Another series of my travel article compilation -- sort of like a bookmark here in my blog :)
Islamabad: A Bird-watcher's Haven.
Islamabad often makes the news for suicide attacks, Islamic extremism and political upheaval, but for a small band of enthusiasts the city is famous for something very different — bird-watching.
Just 10 minutes drive from the center of the Pakistani capital, there are mountains and wetlands teeming with exotic birds, while Islamabad’s many leafy gardens and avenues boast rare breeds that delight visiting ornithologists.
More than 400 species have been spotted in and around the city, leading some diplomats and expat workers to say it is the best capital in the world for observing birdlife.
