Tourism of Pakistan

Tourism is one of the growing industry in Pakistan, based on its diverse cultures,Historical Buildings, peoples and landscapes. The variety of attractions range from the ruins of ancient civilizations such as Mohenjo-daro, Harappa and Taxila, to the Himalayan hill stations, which attract those interested in field and winter sports. Pakistan is home to several mountain peaks over 7,000 metres (22,970 ft), which attracts adventurers and mountaineers from around the world, especially K2.which is the world 2nd largest mountain in the world. The people of northern areas depend on tourism also. and also the famous lake"Saif-ul-malook" which is the naturally build highest lake in the world.the location of this lake is so superb .From April to September tourist of domestic and international type visited these areas which became the earn of living for local people. The northern parts of Pakistan have many old fortresses, towers and other architecture as well as the Hunza and Chitral valleys, the latter being home to the small pre-Islamic Animist Kalash community who claim descent from the army of Alexander the Great. In the Punjab is the site of Alexander's battle on the Jhelum River and the historic city Lahore, Pakistan's cultural capital with many examples of Mughal architecture such as the Badshahi Masjid, Shalimar Gardens, Tomb of Jahangir and the Lahore Fort.The Capital of Pakistan is Islamabad,which is also the one of the bet cities in the world,famously known as the city of rest. To promote Pakistan's unique and various cultural heritage, the prime minister launched "Visit Pakistan 2007".