Furthermore, if you love a good view, Pakistan should definitely be on your travel list. Without a doubt, the country’s mountain scenery is truly amazing. In fact, more than 50% of its area is mountainous, particularly its Northern and North Western regions. Additionally, the country has a huge amount of glaciers. In particular, 7,253 dazzling glaciers. Do you know there is more glacial ice in Pakistan than anywhere else on Earth, outside the polar regions?
It should be noted, though, that Pakistani cuisine is also a must-try when visiting the country. As a result of the huge amount of special herbs and spices accessible in Pakistan, Pakistani cuisine has some of the most diverse and delectable dishes in the world. Moreover, each traditional meal comes with a profound history that relates it to a certain province. To sum it all up, there is a lot more to discover about this amazing nation. With this in mind, get to know the country a little bit better with these intriguing Pakistan facts!
1. Pakistan is the 5th most populous country in the world.
2. It has the world’s 2nd largest Muslim population.
3. By area, Pakistan is the world’s 33rd largest country.
4. The current population of the country is more than 220 million.
5. The four bordering countries of Pakistan are Iran, Afghanistan, China and India.
The flag of Pakistan has a crescent moon and a star.
The official design of Pakistan’s flag is dark green with a white vertical stripe. The dark green portion has a crescent moon and a star. The white stripe symbolizes the nation’s non-Muslim population. Secondly, the star signifies light and knowledge, while the moon means progress.
Pakistani dishes are famous for their aromatic and spicy flavors.
Most Pakistani dishes contain a large amount of oil, which gives the dish a richer flavor. Some of the spices commonly used include chili powder, turmeric, and cumin seeds. Other spices include bay leaves, coriander powder (Chinese bay leaf), and Garam masala.
The Changa Manga Forest was once the largest man-made forest in the world.
Changa Manga Forest is one of the oldest, hand-planted forests in the world. Proof of this is that the forest contains a variety of plants and wildlife, including more than 50 species of birds and 27 types of insects. The Changa Manga forest serves as an important wildlife reserve, and it produces timber for the local industry.
The Tharparkar desert is the only fertile desert in the world.
The Tharparkar desert in the Sindh province is the 18th largest desert in the world. Moreover, this desert is considered the only fertile desert. The fertility of the land has increased its beauty with its naturally grown trees and flowers. Tharkapar desert is so mesmerizing in the rainy season, that it still attracts many local and international visitors.
There is a teardrop lake in Pakistan.
Ansoo Lake is a teardrop-shaped lake in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. It is 4,245 meters or 13,927 ft above sea level and is one of the highest lakes in the Himalayan Range. The lake got its name from the Urdu word ansoo which means “teardrop.” It is also said that the Pakistan Air Force pilots discovered the lake while flying at a low altitude over the place in 1993.
Faisal Mosque is the largest mosque in Pakistan.
Faisal Mosque is in Islamabad, Pakistan, and is the 6th largest mosque in the world. It is also the biggest mosque within Southern Asia. The structure covers a land area of 33 acres (130,000 m² or 1,400,000 sq ft) and can hold around 300,000 worshipers. In addition to this, it is one of the major tourist attractions in the country known for its Bedouin tent shape, surrounded by four gigantic towers that measure 260 ft or 79 meters.
K2 is the 2nd tallest mountain in the world.
At 8,611 meters or 28,251 ft above sea level, K2 is the 2nd tallest mountain in the world. The first is Mount Everest at 8,849 meters or 29,032 ft. Additionally, K2 is in Gilgit-Baltistan region of Pakistan and lies in Karakorum range. While K2 is popularly called the Savage Mountain, people also call it The King of Mountains, and The Mountaineers’ Mountain, as well as, The Mountain of Mountains.
K2 is one of the deadliest mountains in the world.
With surrounding steep slopes that require high technical climbing skills, K2 is one of the toughest mountains to climb. There are also frequent rockfalls and avalanches. Based on various estimates, for every 4 climbers that reach the summit, approximately 1 may die.
Pakistan shares a border with four states of India.
The four states of India are Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Kashmir. Kashmir share the longest boundary with Pakistan at 1,222 km. Additionally, the India-Pakistan border has a total length of 3,323 km.
The India-Pakistan border is one of the most dangerous borders in the world.
Since the separation of India and Pakistan, the border has been a site for wars and became one of the most contested borders in the world. India installed around 150,000 floodlights on about 50,000 poles. Some say you can see the border from outer space at night. It is also one of the most dangerous borders in the world.
Wheat is the largest food crop in Pakistan.
The most important crops in Pakistan are sugarcane, wheat, cotton, and rice. The largest crop in Pakistan is wheat, producing an average of 26 million tonnes per year, or almost equal to all of Africa’s 27.1 million tonnes. Back in 2020, the wheat output of the country was at the below-average level of 25.25 million tonnes. Factors such as heavy rains and locust infestation are the main reasons for the reduced harvest.
Pakistan is the 8th largest exporter of textile in Asia.
One of the biggest sectors in Pakistan is the textile industry. About 8.5% of Pakistan’s gross domestic product (GDP) comes from the textile sector. In addition, the fabric industry employs a huge portion of the country’s total labor force.
Mining is a vital industry in Pakistan.
Mining is also an important sector in the economy of Pakistan. The country has numerous deposits of minerals like copper, gold, chromite, and bauxite (the main source of aluminum). Precious stones such as aquamarine, topaz, ruby, emerald, and a variety of quartz, can also be found in Pakistan.
‘Blind dolphins’ inhabit the Indus River in Pakistan.
The ‘Blind dolphin’ is a rare species of freshwater dolphins that can be found in the Indus River. The river is a 1,300-km (807 mi) stretch between northeastern and southern Pakistan. It is unique among other dolphins and whales, as they swim on their sides and have a brownish and stocky body.
Khewra Salt Mines in Pakistan is the 2nd largest salt mine in the world.
The Khewra Salt Mine or Mayo Salt Mine in the Punjab Region is one of the oldest salt mines. It is also the 2nd world largest in the world, after a Salt Mines in Ontario, Canada. It is also one of the biggest producers of salt in the country, with around 350,000 tons per year.
Queen Elizabeth II was once the Queen of Pakistan.
You may be surprised to know that the Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II, was the Queen of Pakistan. In 1953, Queen Elizabeth became the Queen of seven independent Commonwealth countries (formerly British Commonwealth Nations), including Pakistan. She reigned in Pakistan for four years.
Case Malala Yousafzai is a Pakistani Nobel Prize awardee.
Malala Yousafzai, also known as Malala, is a Pakistani activist and one of the younger Nobel Prize awardees. The Nobel Prize is a prestigious award given for intellectual achievement. Malala is famous for being a human rights advocate, especially her advocacy for the education of women and children.
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