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Most of the submissions we received during the past week captured the architectural wonders that Pakistan has to offer, while some others portrayed natural beauty. Here are the top 10 pictures in no particular order.


1. Badshahi Mosque, Lahore

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2. Lowari Top

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3. Hiran Minar, Lahore

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4. Mausoleum of Hazrat Bahauddin Zakariya

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5. Shalimar Garden, Lahore

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6. Aerial view of Karachi:

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7. At the entrance of Kalash valley

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8. 'Freckles are kisses from angels'

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9. Afghan girls in Islamabad

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10. Wazir Khan Mosque, Lahore

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