Punjab, the most populous province, is often referred to as the “Land of Five Rivers” due to the five major rivers that flow through it: the Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, and Beas. This province is the agricultural backbone of Pakistan, producing the majority of the country’s food grains. Lahore, the provincial capital, is a historical and cultural hub, known for its Mughal architecture, vibrant bazaars, and rich culinary traditions. Punjab is also the center of Pakistan’s political and economic activities, playing a crucial role in shaping the country’s future.
Lahore:
Lahore is the capital and largest city of the Pakistani province of Punjab. It is the second largest city in Pakistan, after Karachi, and 26th largest in the world, with a population of over 13 million. Located in north-eastern Punjab along the River Ravi, it is the largest Punjabi-speaking city in the world.
Population: 11.13 million (2017) United Nations
Area code: 042
Mayor: Usman Younis
Area: 1,772 km²
Elevation: 217 m
Neighborhoods: Shahi Mohallah, Township, WAPDA Town, MORE
City status: 1040 (984 years ago)
Faisalabad
Faisalabad, formerly known as Lyallpur, is the second largest city and industrial centre of the Pakistani province of Punjab. It is an industrial and metropolitan hub, being the third most populous city in Pakistan, with an estimated population of 3.8 million in 2024. Wikipedia
Population: 3.204 million (2017) United Nations
Elevation: 186 m
Postal code: 38000
Neighborhoods: D Ground, Kohinoor City, Gulistan Colony, MORE
Area code: 041
District: Faisalabad
Founded by: James Broadwood Lyall
