Karachi
Karachi is the financial capital, the main seaport and the largest city of Pakistan, as well as the capital of Sindh. It is also recognized as the world''s twentieth largest city from the point of view of metropolitan residents as well as the premier trade, industry and banking centre of the country. Karachi also accommodates the country''s largest corporations, including medical research, software development, publishing, advertising, fashion, arts, entertainment, automotive industry, shipping and textiles. Besides, it is the main centre of higher education in the Islamic world and South Asia.
The Karachi culture is reflects the politics, language, music, literature, festivals and the lifestyle of itsresidents. An abode to many cultural institutions of the country, Karachi is a mix of people from various diverse ethnicities and cultures of Pakistan and several other parts of the world. The culture is characterized by a blending of the Western, Central Asian, Middle Eastern and South Asian influences.
Sightseeing in Karachi
Karachi has a lot to offer ,from shopping to spectacular museums. "Quaid Mausoleum" is the most famous landmark in Karachi and is a monument to "MA Jinnah" the discoverer and prime minister of State of Pakistan. Next visitors can view "Tuba Mosque" which is supposedly the world''s biggest single "domed mosque" where around five thousand worshippers can pray together. Foreigners are required to take permission from "Defense Housing Authority" to enter the mosque.
Another beautiful place is "Mohatta Palace Museum" that displays the history of the country and is also known as the most visited place in Karachi. The "National Museum of Pakistan" offers an outstanding insight into the region''s history. "Dhobi Ghat – The Great Laundry" is also a place tourists should see. "The Beach", "Chaukundi" and "Karachi Zoo" are other beautiful places in Karachi that cannot be missed if you are in the city.
Airlines flying to
Karachi
Pakistan International Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways provide very cheap air fares to visit Karachi
Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens
A valid passport and visa are required to enter Pakistan. Persons arriving without valid passports and the appropriate visa may not be permitted to enter and will be subject to a fine and immediate deportation at the traveler''s expense.
