Pakistan
Islamic Republic of Pakistan
People: Pakistani
Pakistan is home to K2, the world's second-highest mountain, and one of the world's oldest civilisations in the Indus Valley. Pakistan is located in Southern Asia and has a population of around 241.5 million. Its capital city is Islamabad, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
Pakistan — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Islamic Republic of Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Islamabad |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Southern Asia |
| Population | 241,499,431 |
| Area | 796,095 km² |
| Currency | Pakistani rupee (PKR) ₨ |
| Official Languages | English, Urdu |
| Dialling Code | +92 |
| Internet TLD | .pk |
| Timezone | UTC+05:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | PK / PAK |
| Borders | Afghanistan, China, India, Iran |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pakistan
What is the capital of Pakistan?
The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
What currency does Pakistan use?
Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee (PKR, symbol: ₨).
What language do they speak in Pakistan?
The official languages of Pakistan are English and Urdu.
What is the dialling code for Pakistan?
The international dialling code for Pakistan is +92.
What side of the road does Pakistan drive on?
Pakistan drives on the left-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Pakistan
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