Location: Islamabad
Top Things to do in Islamabad
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
Serving as the capital of Pakistan since the Sixties, Islamabad was built according to a carefully organized plan, divided into sectors along a grid of clean, tree-lined streets. The city is sheltered by the Margalla Hills, the foothills of the Himalayas and the home of rare species of leopard, deer, birds, and even porcupines. Several hiking paths end at Daman-e-Koh, a picnic spot with a splendid view of the entire city, including the massive modernist Faisal Mosque and even the Rawal Dam.
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1. Faisal Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 774 reviews
Faisal Mosque is the mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan. Located on the foothills of Margalla Hills in Islamabad, the mosque features a contemporary design consisting of eight sides of concrete shell and is inspired by a Bedouin tent.
Reviewed By Karachifood
A major attraction being the largest mosque built with support from Saudi Arabia is an excellent building with a unique Tent structure. The main hall is huge without any obstructive pillars. Its architecture is unique and is a major departure from the regular mosques (Masjids) which feature domes. The Crescent that adorns the centre of the roof is made of gold.
2. Daman-e-Koh
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 277 reviews
Reviewed By Resort49796872708 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Daman-e-Koh is a viewing point and hill top garden north of Islamabad and located in the middle of the Margalla Hills in Islamabad it is a very beautiful place in Islamabad. especially for tourist people. Always love going to Daman-e-Koh, such a beautiful view and so peaceful even with all the visitors you can always find a spot at least for a few minutes to just look at the city from a distance, gift from the Creator.
3. Margalla Hills
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4.5 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By AJ-0017 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Margalla hills are part of the Himalayas (its extension) and surround Islamabad. They are lush green and rocky with springs here and there. You can visit the hills in a car and also visit the various trails for hiking. There are 6 hiking trails, the most commonly visited are trail 1, 3 and 5. Trail 1 is the easiest and only takes 45-50 minutes climb to Daman e Koh. Trail 3 is steep and takes 3 hours of strenuous hike to top at Monal restaurant. Trail 5 is 5 kms and first 2 -3 kms are easy while the 2 kms is the steepest and require quite an effort to climb. It takes around 3 hours of strenuous hike to reach the top so take water along with you. This trail is criss crossed by water streams and springs. The views from above are breath taking and refreshing. It’s better to go for hiking on any of these trails early in the morning or late afternoon. And don’t forget a sun cap and good quality hiking shoes or joggers.
4. Pakistan monument
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4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By AIKAPP - Karachi, Pakistan
The Pakistan Monument is a national monument and heritage museum located on the western Shakarparian Hills in Islamabad, Pakistan. The monument was constructed to symbolize the unity of the Pakistani people. It is dedicated to the people of Pakistan who sacrificed their "today" for a better "tomorrow". Its elevation makes the monument visible from across the Islamabad-Rawalpindi metropolitan area and is a popular tourist destination.Adjoining the monument is the Pakistan Monument Museum, which includes a wax museum depicting important events leading to the Pakistan Movement. Which close in evening early to get in the museum visitors have to reach early before evening. Furthermore, the facilities includes a reference library, audio-visual archive, conference hall along with a 62-seat capacity auditorium known as Panorama Hall. From air the monument looks like a star (center) and a crescent moon (formed by walls forming the petals), these represent the star and crescent on Pakistan's flag.
5. Golrah Shrine
6. Shahdara Valley
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Hamidmangat
This was the place not to be missed as the water was so pleasing and the weather was awsome. Overall cleanliness was not that impressive. You hve to sit in the water on chairs and local Beds (Charpai), kept in water. Water was so cold. Summer is the best time to visit. Some pakora and tea shops to offer some good tea. Take open shoes like slippers and extra clothes for children along with your own snacks. Mostly full on weekends while weekdays are good if you want to feel the calmness. Family is safe there, some singles guys also take bath in the water but family sitting area is usually not disturbed. Must visit for all locals and those coming to see Islamabad and neaeby places.
7. Quaid-i-Azam University
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4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By ashiq001
A proud Quaidian since 1973. An Institutionen which is recognized and respected worldwide. Went for my Ph.D in Europe and had no problems with recognition of my Master‘s degree from QAU (in those days called Islamabad University). Beautiful design, wonderful staff and breathtaking scenery. Attached is a photo taken in 1975. Beautiful memories of my student life with some of the finest co-students, great professors and one of the best Vice Chancellor- Ms Kaneez Fatima Yousef. Thanks to QAU, had a fulfilling and rewarding international career. You have a special place in my heart-my alma mater!
8. Supreme Court of Pakistan
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
9. Lal Masjid
10. Jinnah Sports Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
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