The presentation was presented at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, China to represent Pakistan, its history, culture, and living standard with tourism.

1. Overview of Pakistan
The Pious Land

3. Historical
Background
of Pakistan
• The history of Pakistan is a complex and multifaceted
journey, marked by a series of significant events and
developments. Here is a brief overview of the history of
Pakistan:
Pre-Partition Era:
Indus Valley Civilization: The region that is now Pakistan
was home to one of the world's earliest urban civilizations,
the Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived around 2500-
1500 BCE.
The region has been ruled by various empires and
dynasties, including the Maurya and Gupta Empires, the
Kushan Empire, Mughals and the British commercial
enterprise known as the East India Company ruled parts

4. Gem Personalities:
• The Founder: Quaid-e-Azam
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (14th August
1947)
• The Poet of East: Allama
Muhammad Iqbal
• Quaid-e-Milat: Liaqat Ali Khan (First
Prime Minister)
• Abdul Sattar Edhi

5. Important
Elements
• Pakistan initially had two
wings separated: West
Pakistan (present-Pakistan)
and East Pakistan (present-
Bangladesh).
• Pakistan’s Population is
241.49 million with an annual
growth rate of 2.55% equivalent
to 2.99% of the total world’s
population and ranks number 5.
• Area is 796,095 km²
(approximately 8.3% of China)
and ranks 34th i.e. 0.5% by land
of the world

6. Important
Elements
• National Flag Contains two colors green and
white with white colored crescent and star in
the middle of green color. The green
represents Islam and the majority Muslims in
Pakistan and the white stripe represents
religious minorities. In the center, the crescent
and star which is traditional symbol of Islam
symbolizes progress and light respectively.
• Currency: Pakistani Rupee (PKR)

7. Important Elements:
• Exports: textiles and garments, food products (rice, spices,
horticulture products, fish), leather products, footwear, carpets,
sports goods, surgical goods, cutlery, pharmaceutical products,
light engineering and auto parts.
• Pakistan is 8th largest producer of Rice, 9th largest producer
of Wheat, 7th largest producer of Mangoes, 6th largest
producer of Date Palms, 4th largest producer of Sugar
Cane, and many other products.
• Pakistani Footballs are famous and part of the FIFA world cup. The
city Sialkot is famous for making the sport goods.

8. Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
• GDP Rank 46th (Nominal;
2023) with $340.6 billions.
24th (Purchasing Power
Parity; 2023) with $1.57 trillion
• As per trajectory of the GDP it
is declined compared to the
previous year, but our
government is doing efforts to
bring on the path of
development.

9. Geography
of Pakistan
Coordinates:
Longitude ( 61°W-
76°E) &
Latitude(24°S - 37°N)
Neighbor Countries: China
(Length=523km),
India(Length=3323km),
Iran(Length=959km) , and
Afghanistan(Length=2640
North-West of the South Asia
Coastal Area: Arabian Sea
(length=1046km)

10. Provinces
• Provinces: Sindh, Balochistan, Punjab,
and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK),
• It also has two(2) autonomous territories,
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and
Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and one(1) capital
territory ISLAMABAD

11. Topography
• Mountains
• Rivers System
• Plateaus
• Plains
• Deserts
• Coastal Area
• Climatic Zone
• Glaciers

12. Mountains:
• Himalayas: The eastern part of
Pakistan is influenced by the
Himalayan mountain range, with some
of its foothills extending into northern
Pakistan.
• Karakoram Range: This range runs
through the northern part of Pakistan,
and it includes some of the highest
peaks in the world, such as K2.(Mount
Godwin-Austen)-2nd highest peak in
the world.
• Hindu Kush: The Hindu Kush range
lies in the northwestern part of the
country, forming a natural border with
Afghanistan.
• Koh-e-Suleman: These mountain range is
located in the Province Balochistan.

13. River
Systems:
• Indus River
• Jehlum River
• Chenab River
• Ravi River
• Beas River
• Sutlej River

14. Plateaus:
• Potahar Plateau:
• North of Islamabad and
between Indus and Jhelum
Rivers
• Minerals: Salt, Jupsam,
Lime-Stone, Coal and Crude
Oil
• Balochistan Plateau:

15. Deserts:
• Thar Desert
• Cholistan Desert
• Thal Desert
• Kharan Desert
Thar Desert:
1. Location: The Thar Desert, also known as
the Great Indian Desert, extends into
southeastern Pakistan and is primarily
situated in the Sindh province.
2. Characteristics: This desert is
characterized by a harsh and arid climate
with extremely hot temperatures during
the summer and cold winters. It features

16. Deserts:
Cholistan Desert:
• The name is derived from
the Turkic word chol, meaning
"sands," and istan, a Persian suffix
meaning "land of.
• Location: The Cholistan Desert, also
known as the Rohi Desert, is located in
the Bahawalpur region of Punjab, in the
eastern part of Pakistan.
• Characteristics: It is a desert with a mix
of sandy plains and scrubland. The
Cholistan Desert has a unique culture
and tradition associated with it, including
camel racing. The region is also known

17. Deserts:
Thal Desert:
• Located near the
Potohar Plateau Punjab
Province
• The Thal desert is
a sandy region with
severe climatic
conditions that are
prone to temperature

18. Deserts:
1.Kharan Desert:
1.Location: The Kharan
Desert is situated in the
province of Balochistan,
bordering Iran.
2.Characteristics: This desert
is characterized by vast
stretches of arid terrain, salt
flats, and sparse vegetation.
It receives minimal rainfall

19. Plains:
• Upper Indus Plains:
• Located in Punjab (Jhelum, Chanab,
Ravi and Sutlej)
• Valley of Shawalak and Mithan Kot
• Lower Indus Plains:
• Mithan Kot to Indus Delta
• Indus Delta ( Famous for Mangroves
Trees)

20. Coastline:
Karachi Ports
1. Karachi port(Bandar gāh Karāchī): It is the
largest and busiest port of Pakistan. Karachi serves
as a significant hub for trade and commerce in the
region.
2.Port Qasim: The Port Qasim is located, adjacent to
the Bin Qasim town, in the southern part of Malir
district, Karachi division, in Sindh. It is an Industrial

21. Coastline:
Gawadar Port
• Gwadar Port, located in the southwestern
province of Balochistan, is strategically
important as it offers access to the Arabian Sea
and the Persian Gulf

22. Coastline of Pakistan

23. Climate
Zones:
• High Mountain
Region
• Semi Arid Mountain
Range
• Semi Dry Region
• Semi Arid Plain
Region
• Semi Dry Plain

24. Glaciers:
• 1771 km glaciers’ range –
Pakistan is 2nd in the world by
Glaciers. Major Glaciers are as
follows out of 7000 plus:
• Siachen Glacier
• Karakorum Ranges – 78km
• Baltora Glaciers
• Karakorum Ranges – 63km
• Batora Glaciers:

25. Culture
Pakistan's culture is diverse and rich, shaped
by a long history of various civilizations,
including the Indus Valley Civilization,
Islamic influences, British colonialism, and
indigenous traditions. Here are some key
aspects of Pakistan's culture:
Religions: Islam is the predominant religion in
Pakistan. Islamic traditions, values, and
practices play a significant role in shaping
everyday life, including religious festivals,
prayer, and the Islamic way of dressing. There
are Hindus, christens and Sikhs
Languages: Pakistan is a linguistically diverse
country with several languages spoken across
the nation. Urdu is the national language and
is widely spoken and understood. Punjabi,
Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi are other major

26. Pakistani
Dresses
• Traditional clothing varies by
region, but the Shalwar
Kameez is a common and
widely worn outfit for both
men and women. Traditional
Pakistani clothing is known
for its vibrant colors,
intricate embroidery, and
diverse styles.

27. Gilgit & Pashtun

28. Punjabi

29. Sindhi

30. Balochi

31. Pakistani Cuisine
Pakistani cuisine is diverse and flavorful, with
dishes influenced by South Asian, Middle
Eastern, and Central Asian flavors. Staple foods
include Rice, Wheat, and Lentils. Some popular
dishes include Biryani, Kebabs, Nihari, and
various types of bread, like Naan, Roti and
Paratha. In Sweets there are famous Gulab
Jamun, Ras Gulla, many more.

32. Art and Music
• Pakistan has a rich tradition of music, including classical, folk, and
contemporary music. Classical music forms like Qawwali and
Ghazals are popular. Pakistani pop and rock music have gained
international recognition, and there's a thriving film and television
industry.

33. Architecture
& Building
• Pakistan has a rich
architectural heritage with
influences from various
historical periods. Mughal
architecture, with iconic
structures like the Badshahi
Mosque and the Shalimar
Gardens in Lahore, is
especially noteworthy.
• The ancient archaeological

34. Festivals
• Islamic festivals, such as Eid al-
Fitr and Eid al-Adha, are widely
celebrated in Pakistan.
Additionally, Pakistan celebrates
its national day, Pakistan Day,
on March 23rd to commemorate
the Lahore Resolution in 1940.
Other regional and cultural
festivals are celebrated as well.
• There are also celebrations of
the other religions: Like, Holi

35. Sports
• The hockey is our national sport but Cricket is
the most popular sport in Pakistan, with a
passionate fan base. The country has produced
world-class cricket players and has a
competitive national team. Field hockey,

36. Hospitality
• Hospitality is a strong aspect of Pakistani
culture. Pakistanis are known for their warm
hospitality and generosity. Guests are highly
valued, and it is customary to offer tea or a
meal to visitors.

37. Vlog by a tourist: