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ISLAMABAD:It is the purpose-built capital of Pakistan. It lies against the surroundings of the Margalla Hills at the northern end of Pothowar Plateau. The city was built intentionally to serve as the capital city of Pakistan in 1960 by the orders of then President General Ayub Khan.

The capital is full of natural terraces and meadows and the southern plain drained by the Kurang River with the Margalla Hills in the north east.It offers a healthy climate, pollution free atmosphere, plenty of water and lush green area. It is a modern and carefully planned city with wide tree-lined streets, large houses elegant public buildings and well-organised bazars/markets/shopping centres.

The sights in Islamabad include Daman-e-Koh Viewpoint, Shakarparian Park, Rose and Jasmine Garden, Parliament House, Secretariat Blocks, Rawal Lake and especially Shah Faisal Mosque, second largest mosque in the world.

Islamabad has a combination of different people from all over the world and Pakistan. As similar to many other capitals of the world, Islamabad combines traditions of many areas and thus provide cultural opportunity for everyone alike. The markets and shopping areas clearly represents the theme of different cultural values.

Grilled marinated chicken or beef served with pickle vegetables, fresh tabouleh, homous, tahina and pita bread.

         CAVE(RESTAURANT)

Cave is place where you will find good ambiance and food with excellent quality of service. Its different and unique in a matter of its theme, the architecture and interior of this exceptional place reflects the actual theme and expression of cave. While maintaining its quality and standard the place beautifully combines the richness of different cuisines with the state of art tecnology so one enjoys food while sitting in a cave!

ONE APPETIZER:super nachos...these were just mmmmm....literally mouthwatering with shreded cheese,bits of chicken or beef,olives,tomatoes,lettuce,chillies and sour cream

MAIN DISH:i had a shawarma platter which had grilled marinated chicken served with pickles,vegetables,freah tabolueh,homos,tahina and pita bread.

Dessert:I had firni which was served in a very traditional manner with almonds and pistachios.

Cave is counted as one of the best restaurants in Islamabad,it was great reviews,the environment is awesome where as the service is quick and efficient.

Lahore(Pakistan):Lahore, city, northeastern Pakistan, capital of Punjab Province, on the Ravi River. It is the principal commercial and banking center of the province. Although little industry is located in the city proper, Lahore serves as a distribution center for the heavily industrialized surrounding area. Manufactures include textiles, metal products, chemicals, machinery, glassware, and leather and rubber goods. An educational and cultural center, the city is the site of the University of the Punjab (1882), the oldest university in Pakistan, and the University of Engineering and Technology (1961). An atomic energy research center is located in the city. Lahore is the site of architecturally significant buildings and monuments, many dating from the Mughal Empire (circa 1526-1707), during which the city achieved great prominence. In 1849, Lahore fell to the British. When India was partitioned in 1947, Lahore was made capital of West Punjab. Population (1998) 5,063,499.

Pearl Continental:

The only 5 star deluxe property available in Lahore. The modern architecture and the Atrium lobby adds to the over all ambience. The hotel has 500 guestrooms and suites ith state of the art conference facilities Up to 31000 sq. ft. The property can cater to any size of business and meet your requirements. Service at your fingertips, staff motivated to serve you to perfection, E rooms, WiFi Service in most of the public areas, a sophisticated business center, integrated Information and entertainment system in your room, additional security X-ray Baggage machine, CCTV cameras through the Hotel are a few facilities you will find only at Pearl-Continental Lahore. In addition executive floors a wide selection of Food and Beverages outlets where Chinese, Thai, International, Pakistani and Sushi cuisine are Served. Therefore you have wonderful reasons why you should decide to stay or conduct your business at Pearl-Continental Lahore.

Appetizers:I had dahi bhallas for appetizers last time i was there.spicy and juicy bhallas had never been better.

MAIN DISH:I had karhai gosht,its chicken with gravy and its also very spicy and sizzlng hot.

Dessert:for desert i had gulab jaman,dipped in honey syrup one finds heaven on earth

PC is well known by entire Pakistan.its one of the elite restaurants found in the country so no doubt that the service and ambience is commendable.