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Arriving in ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN (I’m back) 🇵🇰
I'm finally back in Pakistan! And this time, I'm diving even deeper into this amazing country. Join me as I embark on the first leg of my new adventure, exploring the capital city of Islamabad. 💛
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In this video:
*Wagah border crossing: See what it’s like to travel overland from India (Amritsar) into Pakistan, crossing the famous Wagah border.
*Pakistan Monument: I visit this iconic landmark - a tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for a free and independent Pakistan. By chance, I also discover the beautiful nearby park called Shakarparian (or ‘Friendship Park’).
*Hiking Trail 5: A serene hike in the Margalla Hills, enjoying stunning views of the city and a spontaneous hitchhiking adventure back to town.
*Vegetarian in Pakistan: Find out if it’s possible to be a vegetarian in Pakistan.
*Faisal Mosque: Finally, I get to explore the stunning contemporary design of the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad.
Islamabad really is the perfect example of how there's so much more to Pakistan than meets the eye. It’s a city that keeps surprising me, and I hope by watching this video, it will surprise you too!
🌍 *About Me*:
Hey, I'm Flora - adventurer, storyteller, and lover of all things outdoors. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of the world and share the magic of travel with you!
👉 *Support my Channel*:
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🌐 *Connect with Me*:
Instagram: flora_gonning
For Inquiries/Collaborations: floragonning@gmail.com
⏰ *Details*:
Time of Visit: May 2023.
📷 *Gear*:
Main camera: Panasonic Lumix S5 mark ii
Lens: Sigma 24-70 F2.8
Side camera: iPhone 14 Pro
Microphone: Rode VideoMicro
📌*Timestamps*:
0:00 - Wagah border crossing
1:57 - IG recommendations Islamabad
3:16 - Pakistan Monument
7:19 - Cafes in Islamabad
9:04 - Margalla hills trail 5
10:30 - Hitchhiking in Pakistan?
11:38 - On being vegetarian in Islamabad
14:27 - Going for a run
17:09 - Faisal mosque
#islamabad #Pakistan #TravelVlog #WagahBorder #PakistanMonument #MargallaHills #FaisalMosque #BeautifulPakistan #DiscoverPakistan
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @samisam3038
    @samisam3038 17 годин тому

    Pakistan beautiful country ❤🇵🇰❤

  • @alessiabohland
    @alessiabohland 21 годину тому

    The best Everest Base Camp video I’ve seen by far 👏

  • @gezgines4398
    @gezgines4398 22 години тому

    videoların harika! edit için hangi programı kullanıyorsun? videoların görüntü renk tonu çok güzel. bunu nasıl yapıyorsun ve hangi filtreyi seçiyorsun?

  • @TheGhx
    @TheGhx День тому

    Pashtun people are meat eater.

    • @TheGhx
      @TheGhx День тому

      We are such a meat eater that our Lamb have a side of chicken.

  • @daysofgrace2934
    @daysofgrace2934 День тому

    Amazing, your travelling alone as female, even in London I would tell my girls when they get a little older to be careful and don't go off the beaten track:-)

  • @daysofgrace2934
    @daysofgrace2934 День тому

    It's a bit of a shame I was there in the 80s, seems some of the old monuments have faded...

  • @Its_andromach
    @Its_andromach День тому

    I just came her to check if it's only the Pakistani migrants in Greece who stare at women as they wanna do something to them but it's bc they are not used to see women wearing shorts and showing their hair, their face wearing tops and stuff and they think we're hoes and they have the right to do stuff without consent (they do a lot in Greece) maybe we should educate them to respect women and just because they see a woman in bikini it doesn't mean they have the right to put their hands on her. We should teach them as we teach European men as well

    • @huzaifabeg
      @huzaifabeg День тому

      Sister it's not like that....not many toursit come to pakistan and it fascinates them to see foriegner visiting their country...we muslim hold more respect for women that west does....west has indoctrinated idea of women as sex object

  • @daysofgrace2934
    @daysofgrace2934 День тому

    Islamabad was/is a bit boring - retirement village, Lahore is lively & vibrant

  • @daysofgrace2934
    @daysofgrace2934 День тому

    Unusual for people to go to Pakistan, it's not Thailand or Vietnam. You have to have common sense, it's like I told my friend in Rio effing take that Rolex off...

  • @mwastimalaika9409
    @mwastimalaika9409 День тому

    😂

  • @Maxmaddock-nv3di
    @Maxmaddock-nv3di День тому

    Hey you got a new sub. hehe 😁

  • @Ali-Abbas14
    @Ali-Abbas14 День тому

    Welcome back flora your content and story telling is great. have a great time in Pakistan

  • @JAANTARIQ786
    @JAANTARIQ786 2 дні тому

    My most favorite country so far Pakistan 🇵🇰 Love ❤️ from south Africa ❤️ 🇿🇦

  • @thescoreboard9141
    @thescoreboard9141 2 дні тому

    Gorgeous Pakistan

  • @therationalman24
    @therationalman24 2 дні тому

    Even the hotels that offer meat, also offer vegetarian food in Pakistan. But yes, there is meat everywhere here.

  • @amjadalinkhali
    @amjadalinkhali 2 дні тому

    Please 💍💍💍💍💍👩‍❤️‍👩

  • @amjadalinkhali
    @amjadalinkhali 2 дні тому

    I love Pakistani

  • @aalmeenbaloch2109
    @aalmeenbaloch2109 2 дні тому

    Thank you for visiting Islamabad and pakistan. Love from Pakistan🇵🇰

  • @Wahab_asif
    @Wahab_asif 3 дні тому

    We want your blog please upload it ❤❤❤

  • @nothingtoseeherelorah
    @nothingtoseeherelorah 3 дні тому

    Goto badshai mosque in Lahore. And also go Mirpur Azad Kashmir

  • @zubairsultan6410
    @zubairsultan6410 3 дні тому

    Your Vlog is so... Smooth, giving all the positive vibes :)

  • @msajju113
    @msajju113 3 дні тому

    ua-cam.com/video/8oQVfqLzTpY/v-deo.htmlsi=KAk5b0y6dM8BbW6J

  • @parbatpresents5679
    @parbatpresents5679 3 дні тому

    Nice video

  • @TZovro
    @TZovro 3 дні тому

    When Islamabad was being developed with the export revenue received from the East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), the Bangali leader Sheikh Mujib while visiting the capital was surprised with the luxury being built there. Jute was the largest export of Pakistan and it used to grow only in the East Pakistan, but they received nothing in return. His famous quote was: "I can get the smell of my jute coming from the streets of Islamabad" So welcome Flora! Enjoy the city Bangladesh built for them! 🇧🇩

  • @maf6544
    @maf6544 3 дні тому

    Hey welcome to Pakistan once again ♡ I live here in Karachi.. I would really want you to travel to minimarg (but I guess foreigner's are not allowed to visit this place), naltar, ghizer valley, deosai, khaplu valley nanga parbat basecamp that is all😅

  • @hcbf2
    @hcbf2 3 дні тому

    why people ask for picture is just because they love people to come and visit here. Different cultures are always welcomed here. we want travelers like you to depict the true picture of Pakistan that how much our people care and respect the female solo travelers, and every muslim is so peaceful and country is so safe. i would request you to record a message for Europe that Pakistan and other muslim countries are safe and there is a complete propaganda against them. Love from Pakistan and Lahore for showing my city so beautifully, but the best part , our North is a heaven on earth come and Explore.

  • @fahadsanai
    @fahadsanai 3 дні тому

    Add thick bold font as subtitles if u feel they’re important to be in video.

  • @fahadsanai
    @fahadsanai 4 дні тому

    Pizza salad 😢 RIP beloved pizza

  • @takskr9369
    @takskr9369 4 дні тому

    Flora thanks for explore the Pakistan luv you too 🤗

  • @khanstories_travel
    @khanstories_travel 4 дні тому

    next time when u visit Peshawar. then straight away goto University Road nd stay There at any hotel or motel. someone given u the wrong information nd u stayed at the most populated area of peshawar. There are many restaurants nd shopping areas there at university road. its my suggestion to u.

  • @khanstories_travel
    @khanstories_travel 4 дні тому

    As A Pakistani . its said to feel that i haven’t visited these places till now🥲😆

  • @sheikh_talha
    @sheikh_talha 4 дні тому

    I suggest you to visit sakerdu

  • @AhmedKind-ej1we
    @AhmedKind-ej1we 4 дні тому

    Well com to Pakistan 😊

  • @NomadNuggetsOfficial
    @NomadNuggetsOfficial 4 дні тому

    Totally worth the hype

  • @duenkawaii8857
    @duenkawaii8857 4 дні тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @rizwanamin6945
    @rizwanamin6945 4 дні тому

    Thanks for ur positive reviews... im currently 2 hours away from Amsterdam and visited Karachi after 6 years . Was happy to be back home but unfortunately my stomach wouldn't allow me to eat all street food. Lol

  • @user-zv4nr3ww6t
    @user-zv4nr3ww6t 4 дні тому

    Pakistan is very beautiful country but northern areas of Pakistan most Beautiful gift of God you can see these areas in different vlogs like abrar, musafir vlogs You liked it

  • @mathsmind188
    @mathsmind188 4 дні тому

    Just amazing girl the way you are uploading, editing and exploring , literally amazing...❤🎉

  • @mathsmind188
    @mathsmind188 4 дні тому

    Wow Flora! your video on Islamabad is absolutely stunning! The way you captured the some greenry places was breathtaking. Your narration and cinematography skills are top-notch. Keep up the fantastic work!. Love from Pakistan❤️

  • @MYHMF
    @MYHMF 4 дні тому

    Tuktuk😂😂

  • @shahjmir
    @shahjmir 4 дні тому

    Your storytelling is so magical <3 Thank you for sharing, so beautiful ###

  • @1194pa
    @1194pa 4 дні тому

    Good work❤

  • @Zee-mu1zj
    @Zee-mu1zj 5 днів тому

    Well, this is a contrast from the narrative displayed on mainstream media, isn't it?

  • @zubair6069
    @zubair6069 5 днів тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @Mr.Razzzz
    @Mr.Razzzz 5 днів тому

    Where did you go

  • @hamzashahofficial2244
    @hamzashahofficial2244 5 днів тому

    come to kallar syedan i want to show you beautiful places

  • @sangam828
    @sangam828 5 днів тому

    Intro music please anyone ?

  • @kojak2169
    @kojak2169 5 днів тому

    Loud music is to keep the Driver awake. 12hr drive is not easy.

  • @palashroy8342
    @palashroy8342 5 днів тому

    Mis I love your desesion and expectations . Thankyou

  • @awansukka
    @awansukka 5 днів тому

    Who can match Dutch punctuality, Ms Gonning? I have good luck to have stayed in the Netherlands for about a week. Much of the pleasure was taken out as it was an official visit and there were a lot of meetings in a day. That is how I remember your nation's punctuality. Even then I managed to sneak out of the official party and see Amsterdam. We went to The Hague on an official engagement. The day in Islamabad begins at a much leisurely pace. But it is good you used the "law of unintended consequences" to your advantage and saw the real gem, Shakarparian. This is a historic place as standing atop this hill the rulers finalized where new capital was to be built. There are a few other interesting features around. I hope you visit us again and explore little more of this misunderstood land of loving people.