Just a month back ‘Sarabjit’ was released and the movie left a bitter taste in our mouth on the grim situation of Pakistan. However, nothing is all black or white. Other than the hatred the countries have for each other, there are things that are quite admirable about Pakistan. Let’s get to know our neighbour a bit more closely.
1. Highest Polo ground
Highest Polo ground
The royalist polo game deserves to be played at the highest polo ground. Shandur is the highest polo ground in the world which is located 12,500 feet high above the sea level and is also known as ‘Roof of the world’.
2. Largest Ambulance Network
Largest Ambulance Network
Edhi foundation holds a Guinness world record for more than 500 ambulance service around the world. It provides 24 hours medical- health service and is one of the largest welfare social organizations. Now Edhi Foundation serves in more than 335 centers around the world which also promises to reach the far-flung areas.
3. Majority of Footballs are made in Pakistan
Majority of Footballs are made in Pakistan
Although Pakistan is known as a cricketing nation, we lack in the fact about it to be a leading producer of football in the the world. ‘Forward Sports’ is a multinational company from Pakistan who make these better quality stitched football employing 3000 people. More than 50% of footballs are made in Pakistan and about 60 million hands stitched soccer footballs are supplied for FIFA world cup every year. My guess, our Subroto cup footballs will also come from here only.
4. Highest paved international road
Highest paved international road
The Karakoram highway is the highest paved international highway and also the eighth wonder of the world. The highway connects China and Gilgit of Pakistan across Karakorum mountain range. There are different names given to this international paved road – it is known as N-35 between local people of Pakistan, while within China it is known as China national highway 314, and it is popularly known as KKH around the world.
5. Deepest Sea port in the world
Deepest Sea port in the world
Gwadar port is the largest and deepest sea port in the world which lies on the coastline of Baluchistan through which world’s oil supply passes.
6. Largest irrigation system in the world
Largest irrigation system in the world
Earlier days, only river Indus and its tributaries were able to supply irrigation which was capable of watering 16 major countries. Due to increase in demand, Pakistan fulfilled the need by supporting the largest irrigation system in the world.Today, largest irrigation systems are present in Pakistan with 43 independent irrigation canals and 19 barrages, 12 inter- river link canals.
7. Second largest Salt Mine
Second largest Salt Mine
Khewara Salt Mines is the world’s second largest and oldest mines of Pakistan which originated some 800 years ago. Khewara mine is located in Khewra, Jhelum district and is also known as mayo salt mine in the honor of Lord Mayo. Mine provides 350,000 tons of salt per year (99% pure halite)
8. First Islamic country to attain nuclear power
First Islamic country to attain nuclear power
Pakistan is the first Islamic country to attain nuclear power on 28th may 1998, ensuring solidarity for neighbouring countries. As of now, nuclear power in Pakistan is provided by 3 licensed major power plants.
9. Third largest producer of Chickpeas
Third largest producer of Chickpeas
India ranks first in production of good quality chickpeas (Bengal gram or Kabuli Chana) followed by Australia and Pakistan. Infact, 70% of chickpeas production is dominated by India, Australia, and Pakistan together.
10. Youngest civil judge
Youngest civil judge
Mohammed Ilyas is the youngest civil judge in the world and also holds a Guinness world record. The candidate passed the examination in 1952 when he was 20 years and 9 months old. He started working as a civil judge in Lahore after completing his 21 years of age.
There is so much more to know more about this democratic country. We hope the post was able to change your perspective of mind.
Author: Rima Chowdhury
