National Library of Pakistan, National library on Constitution Avenue, Islamabad, Pakistan
The National Library of Pakistan contains over 200,000 catalogued books and 580 historical manuscripts within its modern architectural structure on Constitution Avenue.
Established in 1951 and relocated to Islamabad in 1988, this institution began with the merger of Liaquat Memorial Library in Karachi in 1954.
The library maintains collections in Urdu, English, Arabic, and Persian languages, preserving Pakistan's literary heritage through its extensive manuscript collection.
The facility includes 15 research rooms, spaces for 500 readers, a 450-seat auditorium, and provides access to digital resources through WiFi connections.
Since 1962, the library receives copies of all publications printed in Pakistan, creating a complete national bibliographic record.
Inception: 1951
Website: http://nlp.gov.pk
GPS coordinates: 33.72670,73.10174
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
Islamabad offers numerous subjects for photographers. Faisal Mosque sits against the Margalla Hills, combining religious architecture with landscape. The Pakistan Monument displays modern design, while Daman-e-Koh provides an elevated view over the city. Public parks demonstrate the capital's green spaces. Saidpur Village preserves traditional buildings and crafts. Rawal Lake and the Shakarparian Hills offer nature photography with water and mountains. The city's shopping centers and streets show contemporary Pakistan. Each location presents different aspects of the planned capital.
Faisal Mosque
6 km
Pakistan Monument
4.8 km
Prime Minister's Secretariat
180 m
Islamabad National University
358 m
Aiwan-e-Sadr
690 m
Lal Masjid
2.1 km
Lok Virsa;Heritage Museum
5 km
Fatima Jinnah Park
8 km
Pir Sohawa
5 km
Islamabad Zoo
4 km
Shakarparian
4.6 km
Swearing-in ceremony of Imran Khan
691 m
Supreme Court of Pakistan Building
322 m
Parliament House, Islamabad
606 m
Pakistan Museum of Natural History
5.1 km
Pakistan Secretariat
1.3 km
Faizabad Interchange
7.1 km
Islamabad Stock Exchange Tower
4.4 km
National Art Gallery, Pakistan
1.1 km
Supreme Court of Pakistan library
180 m
Saudi-Pak Tower
3.4 km
Rose and Jasmine Garden
3.1 km
Lake View Park
3.3 km
Daman-e-Koh
4.5 km
Gurdwara in Saidpur, Islamabad
3.7 km
Pakistan Monument Museum
4.8 km
Hindu Temple in Saidpur, Islamabad
3.7 km
Trail 5 Margalla Hills
2.4 kmReviews
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