RAWALPINDI
Rawalpindi (1,700 feet) is divided into an old city
and and a new city or contonment (called cantt.) that are separated
by rail road tracks. The new city was developed when the British began settling in 'Pindi
during the last century and built a completely new town with
colonial buildings and wider streets next to the existing city with
its bazaars and galis. Originally Rawalpindi was a village of
Rawals, a tribe of Yogis. In Rawalpindi Cantt. several inexpensive
hotels are offering good packages for economy travelers. There are
many bazaars in the Rawalpindi region the Raja Bazaar, Saddar Bazaar
and Commercial Bazaar (Market) are some nice shopping areas. The
Liaquat Bagh 'Liaquat Gardens' is a nice picinc spot for tourists.
The Bara Market near the Liaquat Bagh is an all time favourite
amongst tourists coming to Rawalpindi. It has a lively atmosphere
and with many beautiful architectures and colors of life it is a
wonderful tourist hideout.
