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5 rare animals in Pakistan you won't believe exist! Part 2

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1. Sand Cat Found in the Baluchistan province, this is the only cat capable of living in deserts surviving the harsh and dry weather. They are the smallest wild cats however they can't be kept as pets or tamed. These cats are solitary and the biggest threat to their existence is habitat degradation.   2. Himalayan Black Bear Found in the extreme Northern Ranges of Himalayas, these bears have a thick brown coat and a pale yellow crescent on their chest. They have been enlisted among the many endangered species of the world and the threat to their existence is their valuable fur.   3. Rupppell's Fox  Also known as the sand fox, this fox is abundantly found in North-Africa and in the South-Western part of Baluchistan. These foxes haven't been kept as pets as they cant be tamed (from the record of the last 100 years). They usually feed on beetles and other insects along with fruits.    4. Palla's Cat Also known as Manul, these cats spread

Islamabad as a Federal Capital

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Islamabad became the federal capital of Pakistan in 1960 under Ayub Khan as Pakistan's acting  President. The city was carefully planned and divided into 8 zones   including industrial, commercial, rural, administrative, diplomatic, residential, educational and green areas to replace Karachi as capital of Pakistan due to security measures. Being the 10th largest and one of the most developed capitals of the world, it's residents have very high living standards with educational and social  institutes to groom the youth. Islamabad's population is full of people belonging to upper-class and upper-middle class thus categorizing it into a city with high standards of living in the Human Development Index . The strategic location of Islamabad makes it prone to many terrorist activities however due to the existence of Supreme Court of Pakistan it has remained well secured. As a Federal and provincial capital (of Punjab) it has hosted many important confer

Land of the Fairies

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Located in the Manshera District, Kaghan Valley is among the jewels of Pakistan and is one of the most active tourist sites. Extending 160 km its highest point is the historic Babusar Pass. The alluring valley is named after the town of Kaghan and the extensive river Kunhar crossing it.  The valley is known for its green and woolly summers and extreme snowy and calm winters therefore being the most visited valley by both local and foreign tourists.  The valley has approximately 109 top-class hotels which can accommodate many tourists who enjoy hiking and natural wonders. Including the green pine forests, alpine meadows and steep mountains the majestic rivers have attracted many from around the world.    River Kunhar Lulusar Lake Saif-ul-Muluk  Ansoo Lake (Tear Drop shaped river) Piyala Lake (in shape of a tea cup) One of the most  developed towns in this valley is Balakot with proper developed markets and hotels. Man