The first capital of Pakistan was Karachi. It was designated as the capital upon the country's independence in 1947 and remained the seat of government until 1959.The capital was then temporarily moved to Rawalpindi in 1959, while a new, planned city was constructed. The new city, Islamabad, officially became the permanent capital of Pakistan on August 14, 1967.
Which is the first/old Capital of Pakistan?
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