Explanation

• The white crescent in the center of Pakistan’s national flag symbolizes progress.

Additional information:

• Five-Pointed Star: Represents light, knowledge, and the five pillars of Islam.
• Combined Star and Crescent: Serves as a traditional emblem of Islam.
• Dark Green Field: Represents the Muslim-majority population of Pakistan and Islam.
• Vertical White Stripe: Represents the country's religious minorities (such as Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and others) and their coexistence.

Last verified on 14-10-2026

Explanation

• Markhor is the national animal of Pakistan.
• “Markhor” means “snake eater.”
• It is known as a symbol of bravery and sharp intelligence.
• It is large wild goat (Capra species).
• It is found in Central Asia, the Karakoram, and the Himalayan regions.

Explanation

• Pakistan’s two-letter country code is PK.
• Pakistan’s international telephone calling code is +92.

Additional information:

• National Language: Urdu
• National Poet: Allama Muhammad Iqbal
• National Sport: Field Hockey
• National Fruit (summer): Mango
• National Mosque: Faisal Mosque, Islamabad

Last verified on 13-10-2026

Explanation

• Designer: Amir Uddin Kidwai Adoption Date: 11 August 1947 (officially adopted) Additional information: Green field – represents Muslims of Pakistan White stripe – represents minorities and religious minorities’ rights Crescent and star – symbol of progress and light Proportion of flag: 2:3 (height:width)

Last verified on 16-01-2026

Explanation

• Shalwar Qameez is the national dress of Pakistan.
• It is worn by both men and women, with variations in style and design.

Additional information:

• National Language: Urdu.
• National Animal: Markhor.
• National Bird: Chukar (Chakor).
• National Flower: Jasmine (Chambeli).
• National Tree: Deodar (Deodar Cedar).
• National Fruit: Mango.
• National Sport: Hockey.
• National Mosque: Faisal Mosque, Islamabad.
• National Poet: Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
• National Monument: Pakistan Monument, Islamabad.
• National Mountain: K2.
• National River: Indus River.
• National Currency: Pakistani Rupee (PKR).

Last verified on 10-10-2026