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Pakistan — silhouette, capital and facts
Pakistan is in Asia and its capital is Islamabad. With about 231 million people and 881,913 km², it ranks 33rd in area and 5th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Pakistan, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Islamabad
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 231 million
- Area
- 881,913 km²
- Language
- Urdu and English
- Currency
- Pakistani rupee
- Flag colors
- green, white
Borders
Pakistan shares a land border with 4 countries: India, China, Afghanistan, Iran.
Fun facts about Pakistan
- K2, the second highest mountain on Earth, lies on the border between Pakistan and China.
- Mohenjo-daro, in the Indus Valley, was a 4,500-year-old city with planned streets and drainage.
- Islamabad is a planned city, built starting in the 1960s to serve as the new capital.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Pakistan?
The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
Which continent is Pakistan in?
Pakistan is in Asia.
Which countries border Pakistan?
Pakistan shares a land border with 4 countries: India, China, Afghanistan, Iran.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Pakistan?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Pakistan is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Pakistan?
K2, the second highest mountain on Earth, lies on the border between Pakistan and China. Mohenjo-daro, in the Indus Valley, was a 4,500-year-old city with planned streets and drainage. Islamabad is a planned city, built starting in the 1960s to serve as the new capital.
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