in Pakistan★ Capital

Islamabad

A green, orderly planned capital at the foot of the Margalla Hills, crowned by the striking modernist Faisal Mosque.

Notable spots

Faisal Mosque
Landmark
A vast tent-shaped mosque set against the Margalla Hills.
Daman-e-Koh Viewpoint
Scenery
Hilltop terrace overlooking the whole planned city.
Margalla Hills Trails
Nature
Pakistan Monument
Landmark
Lok Virsa Museum
Museum

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Islamabad in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.

Photo: Faisal Mosque — Ali Mujtaba (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia