What is the Capital of Pakistan?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
The capital city of Pakistan is Islamabad. Pakistan is located in Southern Asia, Asia, with a population of 241,499,431. The official currency is the Pakistani rupee and the primary language spoken is Urdu.
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Capital of Pakistan — FAQ
What is the capital of Pakistan?
The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
Is Islamabad the largest city in Pakistan?
No — while Islamabad is the capital, the largest city in Pakistan is Karachi.
What country is Islamabad in?
Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan.
What continent is Islamabad in?
Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, is located in Asia.
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