Karachi

Karachi is the capital of Sindh Province in Pakistan. The name Karachi is derived from King Kusha, the son of Hindu God Lord Rama. In 1842, the British who ruled India took possession of the city and made it a district of India. British utilized its natural harbor and developed it into a busy port city. In 1947, it was made the capital of the new nation of Pakistan. Later, the capital was shifted to Islamabad but Karachi remains the economic center of Pakistan. It is also known as the financial capital of Pakistan. It is now the financial and commercial center as well as the largest port of Pakistan.

Hotels:Karachi, which is major tourist destination, has various hotels and restaurants that offer outstanding services to its customers. Marriott Karachi, Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Beach Luxury Hotel, Regent Plaza Hotel, Pearl Continental Hotel, Hotel Mehran and Avari Towers include the international hotels in the city that often serve as host to majority of the tourists who visit the city.
Places of Attraction: Beaches are the main attractions of Karachi. Manora beach-a small island located in the city lures visitors to it. Clifton beach, which is frequently visited by families and tourists, is a major attraction in the city. Camel rides and horse rides along the beach mesmerizes the visitors. Hawke's Bay Beach - a rocky beach attracts people to it. Sandspit Beach, French Beach and Russian Beach are the other beaches that provide amusement parks and restaurants in the beachside. Port Fountain Jet, one of the world's tallest fountains is really a feast for the eyes. Museums like Pakistan Air Force Museum, Pakistan Maritime Museum and National Museum of Pakistan are also the center of attraction of the city. Merewether Tower, the important landmark of the city, Frere Hall, Khaliq Deena Hall, Jehangir Kothari Parade, Governor's House, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Hindu Gymkhana constitute the other major interesting spots of the city.

Area & Location: Lies on the coast of the Arabian Sea, Karachi is situated in the southeastern Pakistan and in the northwest of the Indus Delta. It covers a total area of 3,527 sq. km. Malir River and Lyari River pass through the city. The city is home to 11.5 million of its residents making it the second largest city in the world.
Tourist Attractions: The magnificent beaches and waterfront persuade the tourists to visit the city.
Transportation: Jinnah International Airport, the modern international airport in the city brings the world closer to Karachi. Karachi is also served by various shipping ports like Port of Karachi and Port Qasim. Pakistan Railways link the city with rest of the country. The government is in the plan to construct a light-rail based mass transit system in the city to provide easy and fast commutation to its passengers.

Geography and climate: Karachi is located in the south of Sindh, on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The city covers an area of approximately 3,530 square kilometres (1,363 sq mi), comprised largely of flat or rolling plains, with hills on the western and Manora Island and the Oyster Rocks. The Arabian Sea beach lines the southern coastline of Karachi. Dense mangroves and creeks of the Indus delta can be found towards the south east side of the city. Towards the west and the north is Cape Monze, locally known as Raas Muari, an area marked with projecting sea cliffs and rocky sandstone promontories. Some excellent beaches can also be found in this area.

Climate: Located on the coast, Karachi tends to have a relatively mild climate with low levels of average precipitation (approximately 250 mm per annum), the bulk of which occurs during the July-August monsoon season. Winters are mild and the summers are hot, however the proximity to the sea maintains humidity levels at a near-constant high and cool sea breezes relieve the heat of the summer months. Due to high temperatures during the summer (ranging from 30 to 44 degrees Celsius from April to August), the winter months (November to February) are generally considered the best times to visit Karachi. July, December and January have pleasing and cloudy weather when most of the social events and tourism, ranging from weddings to charity fundraisers, frequently take place.