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The Pakistani rupee (Urdu: روپیہ) (sign: ₨; code: PKR) is the official currency of Pakistan. The issuance of the currency is
controlled by the State Bank of Pakistan, the central bank of the country. The most commonly used
symbol for the rupee is Rs, used on receipts when purchasing goods and services. In Pakistan, the rupee is referred to as the "rupees", "rupaya" or "rupaye". As standard in Pakistani English, large
values of rupees are counted in terms of thousands, lakh (100 thousand) and crore (10
million)
Pakistan Currency
In 1948, coins were introduced in denominations of 1 paice, ½, 1 and 2 annas, ¼, ½ and 1 rupee. 1 pie coins were added in 1951. In 1961, coins for 1, 5 and 10 paice were issued, followed later the same year by 1 paisa, 5 and 10 paice coins. In 1963, 10 and 25 paise coins were introduced, followed by 2
paice the next year. 1 rupee coins were reintroduced in 1979, followed by 2 rupees in 1998
and 5 rupees in 2002. 2 paise coins were last minted in 1976, with 1 paisa coins ceasing
production in 1979. The 5, 10, 25 and 50 paise all ceased production in 1996
Coins
On 1 April 1948, provisional notes were issued by the Reserve Bank of India a these notes consist of Indian note plates engraved (not overprinted) with the words GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN in English and “Hukumat-e-Pakistan” in Urdu added at the top and bottom, respectively, of the watermark area on the front only; the signatures on these notes remain
those of Indian banking and finance officials. [4]nd the Government of India on behalf of the
Government of Pakistan,
Banknotes
'Enlarged Watermark
Portrait of Quaid-e-Azam in National Dress i.e. Sherwani appears at the obverse left of the note
Security Feature
Electrotype Watermark
The denomination of the note appears below the portrait of Quaid-e-Azam.
Security Feature
Window Security Thread
Partially embedded window security thread into the paper runs from top to bottom at the obverse left of the note. Denomination numeral ‘5000’ can be seen in the thread. The thread appears as silver dashes
at the front of the note. The security thread appears as yellow and blue fluorescent bands when viewed
under ultra-violet light.
Security Feature
The Faisal Mosque is the largest mosque in Pakistan, located in the national
capital city of Islamabad. The Faisal Mosque is conceived as the National Mosque of Pakistan and
named after the late King Faisal bin Abdul-Aziz of Saudi Arabia, who supported and financed
the project. the Faisal Mosque was the largest mosque in the world from 1986 until 1993.
Faisal Mosque
The Faisal Mosque has covered area of 5,000 m2 (54,000 sq ft). It can accommodate 10,000
worshipers in its main prayer hall,24,000 in itsporticoes,40,000 in its courtyard, and another
200,000 in its adjoining grounds . Although its covered main prayer hall is smaller than that of
the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca (the world's third largest mosque.)
Capacity
Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan. Located within the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), the population of the city has grown from 100,000 in
1951 to 1.15 million as of 2011, making it the ninth largest city in the country. Together with its
neighbouring twin city of Rawalpindi, the greater Islamabad-Rawalpindi metropolitan area is
the third largest conurbation in Pakistan with a population of over 4.5 million inhabitants.
Islamabad
Islamabad's architecture is a combination of modernity and old Islamic and regional traditions.
The Saudi-Pak Tower is an example of the integration of modern architecture with traditional styles. The beige-coloured edifice is trimmed with blue tile works in Islamic tradition, and is one of
Islamabad's tallest buildings.
Islamabad Architectury
Islamabad is home to many migrants from other regions of Pakistan and has a cultural and religious
diversity of considerable antiquity. Due to its location on the Pothohar Plateau, remnants of
ancient cultures and civilisation such as Aryan, Soanian and Indus Valley civilisation can
still be found in the region. A 15th-century Gakhar fort, Pharwala Fort, which was built
on the remains of a 10th-century Hindu fort, is located near Islamabad.
Islamabad culture
Islamabad boasts the highest literacy rate in Pakistan at 87%,and has most advanced educational
institutes in the country. A large number of and private sector educational institutes are
present here. There are 16 recognised universities in Islamabad with a total enrolment of 372,974
students and 30,144 teachers.
Islamabad Education
The world's second largest general university by enrolment, Allama Iqbal Open University is located in Islamabad for distance education. The two top
ranked engineering universities by Higher Education Commission; Pakistan Institute of
Engineering & Applied Sciences and National University of Sciences and Technology, also have their headquarters in the capital. Quaid-i-Azam
University in Islamabad is the top ranked university in Pakistan in the general category.
Islamabad Education
Daman-e-Koh on the Margalla hills gives a splendid view of Islamabad below. Road winds up from north end of 7th Avenue. The road passes through various
woody areas and hiking trails, and a place where several monkeys are visible on the road (because
visitors feed them). There are couples of snack bars and now the area has been renovated with golf cart
taking you around.
Places In Islamabad
The Museum of Natural History is located on Garden Avenue in National Park area. The Museum depicts early human history, geology and wildlife of Pakistan. The exhibits are of particular interest to students and children. Its timings are from 9 am to
4 pm except Friday.
Places in Islamabad
Rawal Lake is a very beautiful lake located in Islamabad Park Area. A dam was built on this lake accrossKorang River in 1962 called Rawal Dam. It
has a storage capacity of 47,500 acre feet and covers 3.5 square miles. It is an ideal place for picnic, fishing and boating. There is a terraced
garden on the lake side. The highest point in the garden offers a great view of the lake, Margalla and
Murree hills. Red Onion & PTDC restaurants give snack bar facility.
Places In Islamabad
Islamabad Zoo is siturated at the base of Margall Hills. Way to Daman-e-Koh&PirSohawa just passes the zoo. It is located near Children Play Land. In this zoo you can see Elephants, Leopards, beer,
deer, Peacocks & many other birds & animals. Zoo is small but animals are nicely kept in fresh & clean
environment. Here you can enjoy a great view of Margall Hills. This is a good place for children
amusement.
Places in Islamabad
ShakarParian Hills are situated near Zero Point, up above the LokeVirsa Museum & Rose & Jasmine
Garden. From here you can view the twin cities of Islamabad & Rawalpindi very clearly. Hills have two View Points. The older & more visited picnic spot is East View Point where there is a terrace surrounded
by a park with a fountain. Jinnah Stadium, Rawal Lake & neighboring hills of Margalla and Murree can be easily viewed from here. There is a small
garden of Pine Trees near the terrace.
Places in is lamabad
The Margallah are excellent for hiking purposes and cater to both the serious hiker and the less serious
enthusiast. Trail lengths vary from 1.5kms to 15kms and ranging from heights of 640-1580m. There are a
number of short walks and day or half day hikes. There are also longer treks of 2-3 days. For details check out the Asia Study Groups (ASG) publication Hiking Around Islamabad (1992, Revised Edition). The best season to hike is the mild winter months when there is less rain and the days are extremely
pleasant.
Places In Islamabad
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