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      • The word Rawalpindi is a combination of two Punjabi words: “rawal,” meaning lake, and “pindi,” meaning village. Together, they form “the village of the lake.” This name pays homage to the city’s geographical features and highlights the connection between Rawalpindi’s past and present.
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    Rawalpindi (/ rɔːlˈpɪndi /; Punjabi, Urdu: راولپنڈی, romanized:Rāwalpinḍī; pronounced [ɾɑːʋəlpɪnɖiː] ⓘ [ 5 ]) is the third-largest city in the Pakistani province of Punjab. It is a commercial and metropolitan city, being the fourth most populous in Pakistan.

  4. www.ncesc.com › what-is-the-meaning-of-rawalpindiWhat is the meaning of Rawalpindi? - Geographic Pedia - NCESC

    Jun 28, 2024 · The word Rawalpindi is a combination of two Punjabi words: “rawal,” meaning lake, and “pindi,” meaning village. Together, they form “the village of the lake.” This name pays homage to the city’s geographical features and highlights the connection between Rawalpindi’s past and present.

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  6. www.ncesc.com › geographic-faq › why-rawalpindi-isWhy Rawalpindi is named so? - Geographic FAQ Hub ... - NCESC

    Mar 7, 2024 · Rawalpindi got its name from the combination of two words: “rawal” meaning lake and “pind” meaning village. The name thus means “the village of the lake”. There are multiple theories about the origin of the name, but this is the most widely accepted one.

  7. www.names.org › n › rawalpindiWhat Does The Name Rawalpindi Mean? - The Meaning of Names

    Rawalpindi Means. Cited Source. Other Dictionary Sources. An ancient city in northeastern Pakistan; served as capital of Pakistan while Islamabad was being built. Wiktionary. A city in Punjab, Pakistan, the capital of the district of the same name and the headquarters of the Pakistani military. A district in Punjab, Pakistan.

  8. www.britannica.com › place › RawalpindiRawalpindi | Map, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Aug 27, 2024 · Rawalpindi, city, Punjab province, northern Pakistan. It was the capital of Pakistan from 1959 to 1969. The city lies on the Potwar Plateau 9 miles (14 km) southwest of Islamabad, the national capital.

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  9. facts.net › world › cities33 Facts About Rawalpindi

    Sep 18, 2024 · Rawalpindi, often referred to as Pindi, is a vibrant and bustling city nestled in the Punjab province of Pakistan. With a rich history dating back thousands of years, Rawalpindi offers a plethora of fascinating facts and experiences for visitors and locals alike.

  10. rawalpindi.punjab.gov.pk › historyHistory | Rawalpindi - Punjab

    Rawalpindi district was agricultural region with forests during the Indus Valley Civilization. The Vedic period is characterized by Indo-Aryan culture that invaded from Central Asia and settled in Punjab region.