Experience in Islamabad, Pakistan by Moazzam

What is it like to live in Islamabad? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

It's the second beautiful city in the world and also know as Capital of Pakistan. Lovely weather and full or greenery.

What is the student lifestyle like in Islamabad?

There are too many Universities in islamabad. Many parks and grounds available to hang out or to play. Almost all the universities in Pakistan are working in Islamabad. Students from all over the country want to study in Islamabad because of the life style and environment of islamabad. Crime ratio is less than any other city of Pakistan. It's safe for everyone

How much does it cost to live in Islamabad?

Students who wants to live alone, have to pay about 200 $ as living expenses without food and other expenses. Foods items are expensive in Islamabad. A total cost of a student can be 300-400 $ per month. However room sharing or hostels can be affordable. Then expenses will be around 200$ per month

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Islamabad? Is there any advice you can give?

Accomodation is not difficult. Sector F-8 is well know area for students there they can find a flat or room easily. Side areas of islamabad are also can be affordable for students

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Continental food and fast food can be arranged easily in the whole city

What places would you recommend visiting in Islamabad?

There are too many places. Some are mentioned. The Monal, Margala Hills national park where anyone can fell close to nature. Murree is about 45 km far from islamabad. Lake view point, the centaurs mall. F-9 park, Rose and Jasmine garden in G-7 sector. Pak China friendship center. Lok virsa. Shakar parrian, Chak shahzad resorts, simbli dam and many other places are which can be visit in Islamabad

Is it good to eat out in Islamabad? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes there are many places those have best food for everyone. Famous samosa place is Bangali samosa house located near F-6 markaz. There is cheapest food court in F-10 Markaz where fast food restaurants available. Also Melody food market. Also in Jinnah super market and super market have many places and hotels for good foods.

Is the nightlife good in Islamabad? Where is good to go?

The whole city will sleep at 12:00 night.private parties and gathering remains till morning

What advice would you give future students heading to Islamabad?

Don't be worry or overthink. Visit the above mentioned sectors to find cheap accomodations