Faisalabad (Urdu: فيصل آباد), formerly known as Lyallpur, is the third largest city in Pakistan and second largest city in the Province of Punjab.
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Rickshaws are the most widely used and economical means of quick travel around the city. Some taxis are available at airport. There are buses and rented cars.
1 Lyallpur Museum. (updated Jun 2020) Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower). This is the main market of Faisalabad, the oldest area of the city. The market has eight bazaars, which together form a "Union Jack" (British flag), being a part of the construction work under the British Raj. Here you can find remains of Raj buildings, built before Pakistan came into being. (updated Oct 2017) 2 Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul. Built in 1969, this cathedral has played a significant role in promoting harmony and understanding between the nation’s religious communities. (updated Jun 2022) Gatwala Park - is situated on the Faisalabad-Shekhupura Road.
Samosa - the samosas of Faisalabad are the best in Pakistan. A chock is dedicated to them, named Samosa chock. These samosas are different from any others because here you can get the chatani variety. The famous name Chacha Samosay Wala is also in the D - Ground Market. The best samosas are found at the corner shop of bawanabazar-gol. Tea - One of the most famous tea spots in Faisalabad is located in Madan Pura. Sweet rusks make a nice accompaniment. Dahi Bhale - these are delicious. The best Dahi Bhale is being prepared by a Thele Wala at Jinnah Coloney, near Chatri Wala Ground. Also Sarwar Ke Dahi Bhally Nisar Colony Samnabad Gol Gappe - these are really tasty.
Rabri - this is the most favourite drink of the people of Faisalabad. It is made by mixing peanuts, almonds & many other dry fruits in milk and is delicious. Sugar cane rusk - also delicious. Limo pani - very tasty. It is made up with lemon juice and water. Lassi - Lassi is the traditional Punjabi drink. Lassi is available in all parts of the city easily. It is made using yogurt. The price of one glass or a Piala of Lassi is about Rs.20 Bangali Milk Shop at Clock Tower chowk is the famous one for Lassi. Nirala sweets also very famous in the city.
In the case of an emergency, call police by 15 from any landline phone. If you are using a cellphone, dial 911 for police rescue. Ambulance Access To get an ambulance in case of an emergency, dial 115 from any landline or cellphone. Emergency rescue: dial 1122. The name of the emergency service is "Rescue 1122".
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