10 Libraries in Pakistan That You Shouldn't Miss

February 8, 2022 Roseanne Arnett

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1. Allama Iqbal Library

Paris Road Allama Iqbal Chowk, Sialkot Pakistan
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Allama Iqbal Library

Reviewed By Jshak - Karachi, Pakistan

Iqbal Manzil Location: Sialkot - Kashmir Mohala (the heart of the city )- Pakistan The birthplace of our National poet and philosopher Dr. Muhammad Allama Iqbal (1877-1938) which stimulated the creation of the Pakistan Movement. Open for tourists with limitations in Covid-19. A must-see tourist attraction, Small streets/very narrow. The best time to visit is around 08:00 am - 10.30 am before the market gets extremely crowded and you will either have to park your car/bike somewhere and walk to this place. In 1861 by Mohammad Rafique the great-grandfather of Allama Iqbal purchased this Manzil. Initially and originally the house was very small, later on, each successor added it's a contribution to grow in size. After the death of Noor Muhammad, Allama Iqbal big brother Ata Mohammad, was named the owner of the Iqbal Manzil. After the death of Ata Mohammed, his sons left the house and took up residences in Karachi and Lahore. Allama Iqbal also had a daughter named Munira Iqbal. Riaz Hussain Naqvi since 1986 has been the curator of this place. The Govt of Pakistan purchased this place in 1971 and handed it over to the archaeology department for restoration and national heritage. It's kept very neat and clean. Every room has its own kind. One of the main rooms were having those old vintage time window openers where you latch it to hold, and the best part was the privacy guards that don't let you see in the side. All rooms were well ventilated. The library at the Iqbal Manzil holds over 4000 books, 2000 on Iqbal himself. Do visit that if you get a chance.

2. Shahnawaz Bhutto Public Library Larkana

Larkana Lines, Larkana 77150 Pakistan https://www.facebook.com/readersforumlarkana
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Shahnawaz Bhutto Public Library Larkana

3. Allama Iqbal Public Library

University Rd, Civil Lines, Faisalabad 38000 Pakistan
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Allama Iqbal Public Library

4. Frere Hall

Cantt, Karachi Pakistan http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Asia/Pakistan/Sind/Karachi-1311845/Things_To_Do-Karachi-Frere_Hall-BR-1.html
Excellent
41%
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44%
Satisfactory
11%
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4.0 based on 123 reviews

Frere Hall

Reviewed By SafJaff - Fort Worth, United States

Frere Hall is a must see! It's a combination of museum, art, and history. Exhibits change and it's a great learning experience. The iconic site needs more upkeeping. When you walk through the exhibit hall, look up to see an unfinished master piece (I'll spare the details for your visit).

5. National Library of Pakistan

Department of Libraries, national Library Building Sharah-e-Jamhoriat, G-5 Islamabad., Islamabad Pakistan +92 51 9214523 http://www.nlp.gov.pk/
Excellent
40%
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

National Library of Pakistan

Karachi Pakistan
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2.5 based on 2 reviews

Fayazee Rehamin Art Gallery

7. Hasrat Mohani District Central Library

Shahi Bazar, Hyderabad Pakistan +92 22 2782386
Hasrat Mohani District Central Library

8. Army Central Library

Tamiz-ud-Din Rd, Rawalpindi Pakistan
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

9. Iqbal Municipal Library

Mall Road, Murree 47150 Pakistan
Excellent
75%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

10. Municipal Corporation Library

Narwala Road, Faisalabad 38000 Pakistan
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

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