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New Islamabad International Airport is located about 26 kilometers away from the city of Rawalpindi. Daily flights to and from various international and local destinations are available. Rawalpindi has its own central railway station, with regular sevices to many destinations within Pakistan. It was the capital of Pakistan from 1959 to 1969. The city lies on the Potwar Plateau 9 miles (14 km) southwest of Islamabad, the national capital. Rawalpindi (“Village of Rawals”) occupies the site of an old village inhabited by the Rawals, a group of yogis (ascetics). Rawalpindi is a city of 2.1 million people in Pakistan. It is a bustling town strategically located between the Punjab and Azad Kashmir. It has a strong colonial influence and possesses a large military cantonment with the headquarters of the Pakistan Army. Places to Visit in Rawalpindi Check out must-see sights and activities: Ayub National Park, The Raja Bazaar, Parks, Historic Sites. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
