Asia

Pakistan

Pakistan is a country in Southern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.

Flag of Pakistan

Quick Facts

Capital
Islamabad
Continent
Asia
Region
Southern Asia
Population
241.5 million
Area
796,095 km²
Currency
Pakistani rupee (PKR)
Official language
English, Urdu
Calling code
+92
Internet TLD
.pk
Time zone
UTC+05:00
Pakistan map preview: 30.00, 70.00

Geography

Pakistan is in Southern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 30, 70; it has Afghanistan, China, India, Iran.

Neighboring countries: Afghanistan, China, India, Iran

People and Culture

Pakistan uses English, Urdu in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.

Food: Food culture in Pakistan varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.

Short History

Pakistan is recorded with the official name Islamic Republic of Pakistan. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.

Famous Places and Travel Facts

FAQs about Pakistan

What is the capital of Pakistan?

The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.

What continent is Pakistan in?

Pakistan is in Asia.

What currency does Pakistan use?

Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee.

What language is spoken in Pakistan?

English, Urdu is listed for Pakistan in this database.

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