Pakistan National Monument Historical Facts and Pictures

Located in Islamabad, the Pakistan National Monument is a representation of the four provinces and three territories of the nation. Designed by the famous architect, Arif Masood, this blooming flower shaped structure reflects the progress and prosperity of Pakistan.

Pakistan National Monument Images

Pakistan National Monument Photos

Pakistan National Monument Pictures

The four prime petals consisting the shape of the building, represent the four provinces, Balochistan, Khyber-Pakhunkhwa, Sindh and Punjab.

Pakistan National Monument

Pakistan National Monument at Night

At Night Pakistan National Monument

Night View of Pakistan National Monument

The three small petals in its structure embodies the three territories of Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and Federally Administered Tribal Areas.

Pakistan National Monument at Night

Pakistan National Monument Night View

Pakistan National Monument Interiors

The mural decorated inner walls of the monument represent exquisite Islamic architectural beauty. Encircled with stars,the metallic crescent inside the structure contains the the poetry of Allamah Iqbal, and quotes of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.

Inside of Pakistan National Monument

Surrounded by a water body, the central complex is shaped as a five pointed star.

Pakistan National Monument Inside

The monument is a tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the Tehrik-e-Pakistan or Pakistan Movement. From air, the structure reflects the shape of a moon and a star, a manifestation of the Pakistani flag.