Facts about Pakistan

 
 

  • Pakistan's flag is based largely upon the flag of the All-Indian Muslim League, which led the country's independence movement. The crescent, star, and green background represent the country's Islamic majority. Shortly before independence in 1947, a white stripe was added to symbolize tolerance of other faiths.
  • Islamabad is the capital.
  • The area of Pakistan is 796,095 sq km (307,374 sq mi).