Pakistan is a country in South Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Pakistan that most people don't know.
Pakistan has more glaciers outside the polar regions than any other country — over 7,200 glaciers in its northern mountains. It is also home to K2, the world's second-highest mountain and the most technically challenging 8,000m peak to climb.
Pakistan is home to K2 — the world's second highest and most dangerous mountain.
Pakistan has more glaciers outside the polar regions than any other country.
The Indus Valley Civilisation, one of the world's oldest, flourished in Pakistan.
Pakistan produces the world's finest quality surgical instruments.
Pakistan has more glaciers outside the polar regions than any other country — over 7,200 glaciers in its northern mountains. It is also home to K2, the world's second-highest mountain and the most technically challenging 8,000m peak to climb.
Pakistan is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A UNESCO 5,000-year-old Indus Valley city — one of the world's first urban settlements
A UNESCO Mughal fortified palace complex at the heart of the ancient Punjab capital
The approach to the world's most dangerous 8,000m peak in the magnificent Karakoram range
One of the world's largest mosques — a Mughal architectural masterpiece in Lahore
Pakistan has more glaciers outside the polar regions than any other country — over 7,200 glaciers in its northern mountains. It is also home to K2, the world's second-highest mountain and the most technically challenging 8,000m peak to climb.
The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
Pakistan has a population of approximately 231M.
The official languages of Pakistan are Urdu / English.
Pakistan gained independence in 1947.
Pakistan uses the Rupee (PKR).