Pakistan

Pakistan is a large country in South Asia. It has tall mountains, ancient cities, and a rich history. Pakistan is home to K2, the second tallest mountain on Earth. The Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest in the world, was here.

Land and People

About 230 million people live in Pakistan. The capital is Islamabad. The country has the Karakoram and Himalaya mountains in the north, the Thar Desert in the east, and fertile plains watered by the Indus River.

Carved stone head of an ancient priest or king.
Carved stone head of an ancient priest or king. (Mamoon Mengal / Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

Cricket is the most popular sport in Pakistan. Biryani and chapati are beloved foods. The ancient city of Mohenjo-daro was built over 4,500 years ago. Pakistani truck art, with brightly painted trucks, is famous around the world.

Fun Facts

  • K2 in Pakistan is the second tallest mountain in the world at 28,251 feet.
  • The Indus Valley civilization in Pakistan is over 4,500 years old.
  • Pakistani trucks are covered in beautiful, colorful art and are famous worldwide.

Did You Know?

Pakistani trucks are some of the most colorful vehicles in the world. They are covered from top to bottom in bright paintings, mirrors, and metal decorations. It can take months to decorate a single truck. This art form is a proud tradition in Pakistan.