Shamsābād
District of Rawalpindi
in Punjab, Pakistan

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
33.601 and 73.068 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 33° 36' 2" and E 73° 4' 4"
Currency and Currency Code:
Rupee - PKR
Spoken languages:
Urdu, English, Panjabi, Sindhi, Pushto
Local electricity:
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
Local Time: 02:48 AM (Saturday)
Timezone: Asia/Karachi
UTC/GMT offset: 5 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
2:31 am and 3:42 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-27.155 and -109.432 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hanga Roa
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Pakistan in Southern Asia

Safety Score: 3,8 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Pakistan.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Pakistan. Last Update: 2024-04-19 08:03:45

Delve into Shamsābād

The district Shamsābād of Rawalpindi in Punjab is a subburb in Pakistan a little south-east of Islamabad, the country's capital town.

If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Islamabad, Haripur, Abbottabad, Mansehra and Rawlakot. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 24°C / 75 °F

Morning Temperature 17°C / 62 °F
Evening Temperature 18°C / 64 °F
Night Temperature 18°C / 64 °F
Chance of rainfall 15%
Air Humidity 52%
Air Pressure 1006 hPa
Wind Speed Fresh Breeze with 16 km/h (10 mph) from West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 98% of sky
General Conditions Heavy intensity rain

Saturday, 20th of April 2024

27°C (80 °F)
20°C (68 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, few clouds.

Sunday, 21st of April 2024

29°C (84 °F)
22°C (72 °F)
Sky is clear, gentle breeze, clear sky.

Monday, 22nd of April 2024

30°C (87 °F)
22°C (71 °F)
Sky is clear, moderate breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Islamabad Serena Hotel

Address
8,2 mi
KHAYABAN-E-SUHARWARDY SECTOR G-5
44000 Islamabad
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Pearl Continental Rawalpindi

Address
1,1 mi
The Mall Road
46000 Rawalpindi
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


BEST WESTERN ISLAMABAD HOTEL

Address
6,4 mi
6 Islamabad Club Road
00000 Islamabad
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Islamabad Marriott Hotel

Address
9,2 mi
Aga Khan Road, Shalimar 5-PO Box1251
44000 Rawalpindi G.P.O.,Rawalpindi
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hotel One Super

Address
9,0 mi
House36,Main Agha Khan Road,F-6/4
44000 Islamabad
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Hotel One Kohsar Islamabad

Address
8,8 mi
House # 18, St-26, F-6/2
44000 Islamabad
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


AVARI XPRESS SCHOOL ROAD RESIDENCE

Address
5,7 mi
H-20,STREET NO-26, SECTOR F-6/2
44000 ISLAMABAD
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


FORTALICE KOHSAAR

Address
8,8 mi
H NO 18 ST 26 F 6 2
44000 Islamabad
Pakistan

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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ZanjeerZani Syed Zahid Ali Naqvi @ IMAMBARGAH QASR-E-ALI NAQI (A.S) Rawalpindi

Published: January 02, 2012
Length: 48:43 min
Rating: 1 of 5
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Rating: 5 of 5
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Published: August 13, 2012
Length: 51:44 min
Rating: 5 of 5
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Montessori Hundred Board

Published: November 11, 2011
Length: 52:16 min
Rating: 4 of 5
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Published: December 21, 2008
Length: 00:02 min
Rating: 3 of 5
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Cherokee up the slope

Published: September 15, 2007
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Rating: 5 of 5
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Rating: 3 of 5
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Published: July 30, 2012
Length: 05:24 min
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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Benazir Bhutto International Airport

Benazir Bhutto International Airport is the third-largest airport in Pakistan, serving the capital Islamabad and its twin city Rawalpindi in the province of Punjab. Previously known as the Islamabad International Airport, it was renamed after the late Pakistani leader Benazir Bhutto by the then Prime Minister of Pakistan, Yusuf Raza Gillani on 21 June 2008. The airport is actually located outside of Islamabad, in the area of Chaklala, Rawalpindi.

Located at 33.6164, 73.0992 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Airports in Pakistan, Transport in Islamabad, Rawalpindi District

Bilal Colony

Bilal Colony is one of the neighbourhoods of Korangi Town in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. There are several ethnic groups including Muhajirs, Rohingyas, Punjabis, Sindhis, Kashmiris, Seraikis, Pakhtuns, Balochis, Memons, Bohras Ismailis, etc. Over 99% of the population is Muslim.

Located at 33.65, 73.0833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Neighbourhoods of Karachi, Korangi Town

Jinnah Sports Stadium

Jinnah Sports Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Islamabad, Pakistan. It is currently used mostly for football matches. It also has athletics facilities. The stadium has a capacity of 48,800 people. The stadium was also used for the SAF games in 2004 where the stadium went through renovations. The playing field has a running track around its perimeter allowing athletics use.

Located at 33.7006, 73.0928 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Sports venues in Pakistan, Athletics (track and field) venues in Pakistan, Football venues in Pakistan, Islamabad, Multi-purpose stadiums in Pakistan

International Islamic University, Islamabad

The International Islamic University, Islamabad is a seat of Islamic learning in Pakistan. The foundation of the International Islamic University, Islamabad was laid on November 11, 1980. The raison d'être of this university was the desire to produce scholars and practitioners, imbued with Islamic learning, and capable of meeting the needs of the Muslim Ummah. The university was reconstituted as the International Islamic University, Islamabad with the promulgation of Ordinance No. xxx of 1985.

Located at 33.6567, 73.0248 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
International Islamic University, Islamabad, Universities and colleges in Islamabad, Educational institutions established in 1980, Educational institutions established in 1985, Islamic universities and colleges in Pakistan

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is the only international standard cricket stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. This stadium has recently been expanded to cater for the ever increasing number of spectators for the game. With the increase in capacity, it can now hold around 25,000 spectators. The stadium hosted its first Test match in 1993.

Located at 33.6515, 73.0761 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Test cricket grounds in Pakistan, Stadiums in Pakistan, Cricket grounds in Pakistan, 1992 establishments in Pakistan

Gawalmandi

Gawalmandi is an iconic town located in the central part of Lahore. It is regarded as the cultural centre of Lahore. The famous Food Street of Lahore is located here.

Located at 33.6, 73.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Lahore District, Towns in Lahore

Pindi Club Ground

Pindi Club Ground is a multi-use stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. It is currently used mostly for cricket matches. The stadium holds 15,000 people and hosted its first and only Test Match in 1965.

Located at 33.5914, 73.0521 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Stadiums in Pakistan, Test cricket grounds in Pakistan, Cricket grounds in Pakistan

Lok Virsa Museum

Lok Virsa Museum is situated in Islamabad, Pakistan. It displays the cultural heritage of Pakistani people. The living style of the different areas of Pakistan is exhibited here in statues, pictures, pottery, music and textile work. Lok Virsa is the finest cultural museum in Pakistan.

Located at 33.6833, 73.0667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Museums in Pakistan, Tourism in Pakistan, Islamabad

St Mary's Cambridge School

St Mary's Cambridge School is a high school situated on Murree Road in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Located at 33.6092, 73.0658 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Schools in Pakistan, Boys' schools in Pakistan, Schools in Rawalpindi, Roman Catholic Church in Pakistan

Rawal lake

Rawal Lake in Pakistan is an artificial reservoir that provides the water needs for the cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Korang River along with some other small streams coming from Margalla Hills have been set to form this artificial lake which covers an area of 8.8 km². Korang River is the outlet stream of Rawal Dam. Rawal Lake is located within an isolated section of the Margalla Hills National Park.

Located at 33.7, 73.1167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Lakes of Punjab, Pakistan, Dams in Pakistan

Pakistan Monument

The Pakistan Monument in Islamabad, Pakistan, is a national monument representing the nation's four provinces and three territories. After a competition among many renowned architects, Arif Masood’s plan was selected for the final design. The blooming flower shape of the monument represents Pakistan's progress as a rapidly developing country. The four main petals of the monument represent the four provinces, while the three smaller petals represent the three territories.

Located at 33.6935, 73.0683 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Monuments and memorials in Pakistan, National symbols of Pakistan, Pakistani architecture

Shakrial

Shakrial is situated at East-Southern side of District Rawalpindi. In the East it is linked to Kurri Road and Dhoke Kashmirian area, In the west it is linked to Chirah Road, In the north it is linked to Service Road and Sadiqabad area and in south it is linked to Islamabad Highway or G. T Road. Shakrial is a rapidly growing town in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. It is divided into two main parts, Old Shakrial and New Shakrial. The native people of Shakrial are Qureshis.

Located at 33.6333, 73.1 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Rawalpindi District

Lal Masjid

The Lal Masjid is a mosque located in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan.

Located at 33.7128, 73.087 (Lat. / Lng.), about 8 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mosques in Islamabad, 1965 establishments in Pakistan, History of Pakistan, Deobandi

Rawalpindi railway station

The Rawalpindi Railway Station is located in the city of Rawalpindi in Punjab Province, Pakistan.

Located at 33.6036, 73.0483 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Railway stations in Rawalpindi District, Railway stations opened in 1881

Faizabad Interchange

Faizabad Interchange is the main gateway between the twin Pakistani cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan. It was the first modern highway interchange of Pakistan made during late 1990s to better solve the traffic problem on Murree Road and Islamabad Highway.

Located at 33.6644, 73.0869 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Islamabad, Road interchanges in Pakistan

Assassination of Benazir Bhutto

The assassination of Benazir Bhutto occurred on 27 December 2007 in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Bhutto, twice Prime Minister of Pakistan (1988–1990; 1993–1996) and then-leader of the opposition Pakistan Peoples Party, had been campaigning ahead of elections scheduled for January 2008. Shots were fired at her after a political rally at Liaquat National Bagh, and a suicide bomb was detonated immediately following the shooting. She was declared dead at 18:16 local time, at Rawalpindi General Hospital.

Located at 33.6073, 73.0633 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
2007 in Pakistan, Assassinations, Benazir Bhutto, Asif Ali Zardari, Pakistani commissions and inquiries, Taliban, Terrorist incidents in Pakistan in 2007, Improvised explosive device bombings in Pakistan, Mass murder in 2007, Political history of Pakistan, Filmed assassinations, Unsolved murders in Pakistan

Liaquat National Bagh

Liaquat National Bagh (Park), usually just referred to as Liaquat Bagh, is a famous park on Murree Road in the city of Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan. Two Prime Ministers of Pakistan have been assassinated in this park. The park was formerly known as Municipal Park, but was renamed "Liaquat National Bagh (Park)" after the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan in 1951. It is known as a place for political gatherings and for speeches.

Located at 33.6062, 73.0644 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Parks in Pakistan, Rawalpindi District, Liaquat Ali Khan

Rawalpindi General Hospital

Rawalpindi General Hospital, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, is a major teaching hospital offering the basic specialities as well as psychiatry, orthopaedics, urology and cardiology. It is associated with Rawalpindi Medical College. It is the place where Benazir Bhutto died on 27 December 2007. RGH is affiliated with Rawalpindi Medical College.

Located at 33.6278, 73.0722 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Hospitals in Pakistan, Hospitals with year of establishment missing

Khurram Colony

Khurram Colony is a neighborhood of Rawalpindi in the Punjab Province of Pakistan. Adjacent to the neighborhood of Muslim Town, Khurram Colony runs along the southern side of Haji Chowk to the Jahaz Ground Stop. Islamabad International Airport abuts the southern edge of the suburb. Vice Admiral Shahid Iqbal is a notable resident.

Located at 33.6167, 73.1 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Rawalpindi District

Liaquat Gymnasium

Liaquat Gymnasium is an indoor sporting arena located in Islamabad, Pakistan. The capacity of the arena is 10,223 spectators. It hosts indoor sporting events such as basketball, badminton, and boxing.

Located at 33.7, 73.1 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Badminton venues, Basketball venues in Pakistan, Boxing venues, Indoor arenas in Pakistan, Islamabad

Jinnah Park

Jinnah Park is a well-known park in the city of Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan. The park is located on the Jail Road and houses a McDonald's franchisee and Cinepax exhibition centre. It also has a dedicated play area, lawns, fountains, flower beds and a jogging track stretched across the boundary wall. The park contains many good restaurants such as McDonald's papa salis and Diva restaurent. There are few cricket pitches and big COMSO cash and carry store. so the park is blend of many things.

Located at 33.5844, 73.0735 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Parks in Pakistan, Rawalpindi District

Zero Point Interchange

Zero Point Interchange is a cloverleaf interchange built at the intersection of Islamabad Highway, Kashmir Highway and Khayaban-e-Suharwardy, named after the name for this intersection. The project is designed by Engineering Consultant Int. (Pvt. )Ltd. The construction work started on 11 September 2008. The interchange was formally inaugurated in July 2011 by the Prime Minister of Pakistan Yousaf Raza Gillani, though construction work on a loop was still in progress.

Located at 33.6936, 73.065 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Bridges in Pakistan, Road interchanges in Pakistan, Islamabad

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences

Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) is a leading health sciences institute in Islamabad. It was established in 1985. Apart from general health facilitation the institute also imparts medical training to nurses and doctors.

Located at 33.7, 73.05 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Teaching hospitals in Pakistan, Hospitals established in 1985, Buildings and structures in Islamabad

Fazaia Intermediate College, Nur Khan

Fazaia Intermediate College, Chaklala(formerly PAF Intermediate College, Chaklala) is one of the 27 educational institutions being operated by Pakistan Air Force. It is located at Chaklala base in Rawalpindi District, Punjab, Pakistan. The College is affiliated with Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education.

Located at 33.6091, 73.0845 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Schools in Pakistan

OPF Boys College Islamabad

OPF Boys College Islamabad is an educational institution located in the centre of Islamabad, Pakistan. The college is run as a project of Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF). The college started functioning on 12 September 2001.

Located at 33.6827, 73.0705 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Intermediate colleges in Pakistan, Pakistani diaspora, 2001 establishments in Pakistan

Districts of the same city

These districts also belong to Rawalpindi.

Other districts

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Shamasābād, Shamsābād