Peshawar - Wikipedia
WEBPeshawar ( / pəˈʃɑːwər /; [8] Pashto: پېښور [peˈχəwər] ⓘ; Hindko: پشور; [pɪˈʃɔːɾ] ⓘ; Urdu: پشاور [pɪˈʃɑːʋər] ⓘ) is the sixth most populous city of Pakistan, with a population of over 4.7 million in the 2023 census. It is the capital of the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where it is the largest city. [9] .
Peshawar – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBPeshawar is the major educational, political and business centre of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Peshawar is also famous for its kebab (Chapli Kebab) and Peshawari Shoe. Peshawar's recorded history goes back as far as at least 539 BC, making it …
Peshawar | Pakistan, Population, History, Map, & Location
WEBPeshawar, city, capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, northern Pakistan. The city lies just west of the Bara River, a tributary of the Kabul River, near the Khyber Pass. It was once the capital of the ancient Buddhist kingdom of Gandhara. Its inhabitants are mostly Pashtun.
History of Peshawar - Wikipedia
WEBThe history of Peshawar is intertwined with the history of the broader Indian subcontinent. The region was known as Puruṣapura in Sanskrit, literally meaning "city of men". Being among the most ancient cities of the Indian subcontinent, Peshawar has for centuries been a center of trade between West Asia, Central Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.
Top 10 Things To Do In Peshawar, Pakistan | Trip101
WEBOct 15, 2020 · 1. Tour the striking Masjid Mahabat Khan. Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Hafeezburki used under CC BY-SA 4.0. One of the most important landmarks in the city, Masjid Mahabat Khan, is a historic mosque that is known for its stunning façade created using white marble.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Peshawar - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Peshawar, Pakistan: See Tripadvisor's 1,914 traveler reviews and photos of Peshawar tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Peshawar. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Peshawar - Wikiwand
WEBPeshawar is the sixth most populous city of Pakistan, with a population of over 4.7 million in the 2023 census. It is the capital of the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where it is the largest city. It is situated in the north-west of the country, lying in the Valley of Peshawar.
Peshawar travel - Lonely Planet | Pakistan, Asia
WEBIncredible mountain landscapes are set against a backdrop of desert forts and stories of sultans and djinns. In its cities, ancient bazaars are home to intricately etched copper kitchenware alongside pungent spice racks and steaming tea stalls.
Peshawar | Encyclopedia.com
WEBMay 21, 2018 · Asia. Pakistan and Bangladesh Political Geography. Peshawar. views 1,748,785 updated May 21 2018. Peshawar City in nw Pakistan, 16km (9mi) e of the Khyber Pass. An ancient settlement, it has always had great strategic importance. Brought under Muslim rule in the 10th century, it fell to the Afghans in the 16th century.
Peshawar - Wikitravel
WEBJan 7, 2024 · Peshawar is the capital of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It is the biggest city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and is a relatively prosperous city. It is also a cultural and economic hub of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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