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Islamabad
Islamabad is Pakistan's planned capital, laid out in the 1960s below the Margalla Hills. It is the usual starting point for northern and Gandhara tours, with the Faisal Mosque, the Pakistan Monument, the Lok Virsa heritage museum, Saidpur Village and the Daman-e-Koh viewpoint all within a short drive.
About Islamabad
Islamabad is Pakistan's planned capital, laid out in the 1960s below the Margalla Hills. It is the usual starting point for northern and Gandhara tours, with the Faisal Mosque, the Pakistan Monument, the Lok Virsa heritage museum, Saidpur Village and the Daman-e-Koh viewpoint all within a short drive.
- Faisal Mosque and the Pakistan Monument
- Lok Virsa museum of folk heritage
- Saidpur Village and Daman-e-Koh viewpoint
Best time to visit
October–April; March and April are especially pleasant.
Travel tips
- Visit Faisal Mosque outside prayer times and dress modestly.
- Pair with Rawalpindi's old bazaars and a Taxila day trip.
- Margalla Hills trails are best early in the morning.
Cost estimate
Usually 1–2 days at the start or end of a longer tour. Hotel tier drives the price — ask for a quote.
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