PROVINCES OF PAKISTAN

PAKISTAN: Pakistan is basically divided into 4 provinces and other territories but now Gilgit Baltistan is also called a province. Previously, Gilgit was under control of Federal Government but now she has given a separate status. 

Pakistan came into being on Aug 14, 1947. It is a large country almost 1.5 times that of France. To distribute the job and perform country’s work efficiently, Pakistan is divided into 4 provinces. Each province has lawmaking national assembly which is directed by Chief Minister of Province. The names given to the provinces of Pakistan are in reference to the major language spoken in it. 

Punjab:

PUNJ means five and AB means water. Punjab’s literal meaning is the province of 5 rivers. The name Punjab is also in accordance with the major language Punjabi spoken in it. This is the most productive and fertile land of the country because of the five rivers. Like other provinces, people of Punjab also have their own characteristic and distinctive traditions. Lahore is the capital Punjab.

Sindh:

As Sindhi is the foremost language spoken in Sindh so, this province is given the name of Sindh. Karachi, the largest city of Pakistan is located in Sindh. Karachi is located along Arabian Sea so, Pakistan has also a beach in Karachi. Moen Jo Daro, an ancient civilization is also located in Sindh. Sindh is also credited to the Indus river and is also housed of the Indus civilization.

Khyber Pakhtoon Khuwah:

NWFP is the old name of Khyber Pakhtoon Khuwah. The name changed to KPK is in accordance with the Pakhtoons living in this province. Pathans or Pakhtoon live in this province. Strict Tribal system dominates the province.

Baluchistan:

The southwestern province is very famous because this is not only the largest province of Pakistan but also has many natural resources. Baluchistan accounts for 40% of total are of Pakistan.  

Gilgit Baltistan:

This is the site of great beauty in Pakistan. If you're lucky enough to travel to Pakistan, then you should definitely travel to Gilgit. One of the nature's marvel in Gilgit is the Heart-Shaped lake.

Heart Shaped lake in Astore, Gilgit, Pakistan

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN PAKISTAN

In Pakistan, some specific days of Public Holidays are:

Sacrifice of imam Hussain(R.A):

The sacrifice took place on 10th of Muharam the first month of Hijera Calander (Islamic Calendar). This sacrifice has very great importance in Islam so a public holiday was is announced on 10^th Muharam.

Eid-ul-Fitr:

People celebrate Eid-ul-Firt on the start of the holy month of Shawwal. This is the largest holiday of the year. People are invited to the home for a feast. Businesses close for at least a couple days if not a week. People celebrate it for 3 days.

Eid-ul-Azha 

This is the festival of sacrifice, commemorates Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son. People sacrifice goats, lambs, ox and camel.

Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi: 

Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.W) varies according to Hijera calendar.

Pakistan Day: 

On March 23^rd

Labour Day:

1^st May

Independence Day:

14 Aug

Quaid-e-Azam's deathday:

11 Sep

Quaid-e-Azam's birthday:

25 Dec

Ramadan: 

Ramadan is the 9th and holiest month in the Islamic calendar. Muslims fast every day for its duration and most restaurants will be closed until the fast breaks at dusk. Nothing (including water and cigarettes) is supposed to pass through the lips from dawn to sunset. 

FACTS ABOUT PAKISTAN

Flag of Pakistan

Pakistan is located in South Asia and it is a large country almost 1.5 times that of France. Neighbors of Pakistan include India, Iran, Afghanistan and China. Pakistan is located along Arabian Sea and has a beach in Karachi. India is located in East and China to the northeast while Afghanistan is located in West and northwest and Iran is located in Southwest. It is located on both sides of the ancient trade routes of the Khyber and Bolan passes between Central Asia and South Asia.

Pakistan and its Neighbors

Facts About Pakistan:

Following are some quick facts about Pakistan:

Capital:

Karachi is the first Capital of Pakistan. The current Capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.

Currency:

Pakistani Rupee is the currency of Pakistan.

Area:

Pakistan has 803,940 km2

Population:
An estimated Population of Pakistan is 162,419,946.

Language:

Urdu (official, national) 8%, English (official, government), Punjabi 48%, Sindhi 12%, Siraiki 10%, Pashtu 8%, Balochi 3%, Hindko 2%, Brahui 1%, Burushaski and others 8%.

Religion:

Muslim 97%, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikhs and others 3%.

Electricity:

220-230V/50Hz (Europlug & Old British Plug)

Country Code:

+92 is the country code of Pakistan.

Internet TLD:

.pk is the Internet TLD of Pakistan.

Time Zone:

UTC+5.