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Islamabad, the picturesque and lively capital city of Pakistan, replaced Karachi as the new capital in 1963. Today, besides being a major financial and business hub for the country, Islamabad is also a bustling tourism destination here in the South Asian subcontinent. Home to several Parliament houses, Government offices, major banks, business institutions, Muslim architectural and heritage sites, beautiful mosques, grand monuments and structures, museums, shopping and entertainment hubs, the metropolitan city of Islamabad has grown considerably in recent years. Emerging out of the shackles of poverty since independence in 1947, the country has overcome past decades of economic instability, while the recent introduction of expansive economic reforms has resulted in a stronger economic outlook. Also a prominent center for commerce and trade, Islamabad is home to several shopping zones. A main market is in the region known as the I-8 Markaz, which forms a prominent shopping hub.
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The steady rise in areas of export and import has strengthened both domestic and international markets in Pakistan. The rapid urbanization of the capital city in recent years has witnessed several multinationals set up base here. The overwhelming popularity of the several shopping malls and plazas, along with the traditional bazaars of the region make up the charm of splendid shopping. Islamabad being divided into several sectors with their own sub-areas, hubs, and a central shopping area, also individually cater to the economic of the country, generated through shopping. Similar to popular main markets dotting the various sectors of Islamabad, the I-8 Markaz too forms an enchanting hub for shoppers and tourists
The I-8 Markaz too has its own unique features and is worth visiting individually. While most items are generally catered for, the I-8 Markaz offers a wide range of products and items, including local amenities. To experience the liveliness and magic of the I-8 Markaz, a trip to this sector during the evenings, brings alive enthralling moments of ‘binge’ shopping. The Muslim festive season leading up to Eid, can see stores packed with thousands of buyers, even open late at night. From clothing, apparels, kitchen items, fabrics, books, toys, shoes, handicrafts, fast food etc., shoppers at I-8 markets can receive some fabulous deals and great buys here in the capital city of Islamabad.
For further information on other categories relating to Pakistan’s magnificent cities of Islamabad and Lahore, keep browsing through the links at www.islamabadlahore.com
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