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Discover fascinating facts about Pakistan, from its diverse natural resources to vibrant tourist sites like Karachi, Islamabad, and Multan. Learn about the country's religion, life expectancy, literacy rate, and GDP per person. Be aware of travel concerns and special circumstances when visiting Pakistan. Immerse yourself in the rich Islamic heritage and warm hospitality of this vibrant nation.
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Introduction: ~Pakistan! **Kaity Baker**
Slide 2 – Map ! (: ~Pakistan’s size compared to the America is slightly less than TWICE the size of California!!
Slide 3 – Flag! (: ~Pakistan’s flag has a green with a vertical white band on it that symbolizes religious minorities. On the green side is has a large white crescent and a star that are centered in a field of green. (which are traditional symbols of Islam.)
Slide 4 – Natural Resources: Natural Gas Reserve!! ^ Copper!!! ^ Salt Lamp!! ^(salt in general)
Slide 9 – Travel Concerns! **Here are a 3 concerns that someone traveling to Pakistan should and must be aware of: ~A few extremist groups Are targeting Pakistan officials and U.S. citizens! Actions including Suicide missions, car jacking's, bombing, assaults, etc. ~ Broken laws in Pakistan your passport could and may not help you avoid arrest or prosecution! ~ Some criminal penalties are: the possession of illegal drugs and if you take pictures of certain buildings!
Slide 10 – Special Circumstances! Personal checks aren’t commonly accepted! (Outside major cities.) Many Pakistani’s don’t use checking accounts! Even credit cards and traveler checks aren’t accepted! (outside major cities.)
Slide 11 – Tourist Site#1: Karachi! • Karachi is the capital of the province Sindh and is the largest city, main seaport! • It is a popular destination because of its banking, industry and economic activity!
Slide 12 – Tourist Site #2: Islamabad!! Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan and the 10th city in the country! Islamabad is a popular destination because of its mosques! Like the Faisal Mosque, which is the largest mosque in South Asia and the 10th largest in the world!!
Slide 13 – Tourist Site #3: Multan! Multan is located in Punjab, Pakistan! Multan is a popular destination because of its financial and business. It is also well known for its industrial homes!! OMG the Muslims are hanging onto a train in Multan!!!
Slide 14 – Impressions! Some interesting facts I learned were… : Their total Muslim population is 178,097,000!!! (that’s a lot..) Their world ranking in the gas production is 23!! Their main branch of Islam that is practiced: Sunni!