European girl's FIRST IMPRESSIONS of Islamabad, PAKISTAN | Pakistan travel vlog

Travel to Pakistan with me as I experience Islamabad for the first time! In this video I go on a city tour of Islamabad, visit the nearby Budhist ruins of Taxila, try Pakistani food for the first time, and I experience many, many culture shocks as a foreigner in this country.
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[@surendrosahoo7571]

Had seen a lot of vlogs on Pakistan, but the way you showed it really made it so special and i really really loved the different perspective on Pakistan. God bless you.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you so much 🥹🫶 I'm glad you liked the video, I'll definitely keep posting more

[@zainulabdin1720]

​@@lauraabornsteinwell come to pakistan my sis ❤ may God bless U big respect from Dubai 🇵🇰 Here u got one more subscriber! 😊 Pakistan is beautiful and peaceful country! Hope U enjoyed it .... greetings from Dubai miss my 🇵🇰

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@zainulabdin1720Thank you 🤗

[@Touqeerfitnees786]

@@lauraabornstein your country

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@Touqeerfitnees786 sorry? what about my country?

[@Dinadan993]

I went to Pakistan in 2019. Absolutely loved it. Will be visiting again in 2025.

[@lauraabornstein]

That's great to hear 🤗 I hope you have a great time!

[@masoodshah8948]

🇵🇰❤️

[@lauraabornstein]

​@masoodshah8948 😊🤗

[@SamadKhan-gp3ns]

Welcome you again

[@IronMan-nu3rb]

Welcome again😊 Do visit beautiful places like Chitral, Kumrat Valley, Naltar Valley, Fairy Meadows and Skardu...among others. These are very beautiful places. You can see their videos as well.

[@Naturedozee]

Hello female solo traveller here . I am so excited to share that I'll be visiting Pakistan next month! From everything I've heard, it sounds like a stunning country with a relaxed vibe and welcoming people. I can't wait to experience it all firsthand and share my journey through videos on this channel. Love from the USA

[@omerosdaskalos7708]

@@Naturedozee please be careful when visiting Pakistan nowadays from the USA. If you're an American of Pakistani origin that's ok, but ever since the outbreak of the present/ongoing Middle Eastern conflict in Palestine and Lebanon, US citizens are viewed with hostility in several parts. The GB/Northern areas should be safe but not KPK/North West Frontier and Baluchistan is of course unsafe for everyone . Best of luck and safe travels (strongly suggest you get a travel advisory from your embassy in Islamabad)

[@lauraabornstein]

Hi! I personally loved my time in Pakistan, I visited Islamabad, Lahore and Gilgit Baltistan and had a great time 😊 I hope you have a great trip and a lovely experience in Pakistan too!

[@wajahatali5386]

You are most welcome dear ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ please come to Pakistan

[@wajahatali5386]

​@@omerosdaskalos7708 keep this to yourself, ok it's not like that nothing it has to do with civilians we are not like rude govts

[@mohammadzaman9660]

@@Naturedozee well wellcom

[@Inquilab333]

I also dream that one day I will also visit Pakistan. They are very simple and hospitable. I am speaking from Bangladesh. Long live Pakistan.

[@lauraabornstein]

I highly recommend Pakistan as a travel destination! I hope you can visit some day 🤗

[@آوارہمانندِہوا]

Pakistan is your second home

[@rashidzaidi5211]

@@Inquilab333 As Salam Aleykum thank you please do go visit Pakistan the love for Bangladesh is profound in Pakistan. We love Bangladesh after all we were once one country. The independence movement started from Dacca. The jamaat started in Dacca 1904! Lot of common history Muhammad Ali Bogra Nurul Amin and many others great sons of the land. I grew up in Dacca now Dhaka went to St.Gregory’s High lived in Purana Paltan. Be well happy travels to Pakistan

[@usamahkhans]

You’re most welcome dear.

[@KhabibUfc-pz9lv]

Pakistan is your second home 🇵🇰❤

[@Nasir-01]

From Lithuania love Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@ranatanveer9835]

Love you bro also. We welcome you Pakistan.

[@ahmedtariq90]

Being Pakistani, it sounds super when you said Pakistani hospitality is next level. Being in 🇪🇸 I can say Spanish are more friendly as compared to the rest of 🇪🇺

[@lauraabornstein]

It truly is! And as a Spaniard, thanks 🤗 I hope you're enjoying your time in Spain

[@ahmedtariq90]

@@lauraabornstein yes, thank you

[@ShaukatAli-gw5rb]

Thank you so much for your beautiful comments for my country, we really need someone like you to visit Pakistan🇵🇰 again and again, love and regards 🎉🎉❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 and thank you so much!

[@SerafinaTorgul]

Be careful, its an Israeli SPY

[@zainulabdin1720]

​@@lauraabornstein Try saidpur village near Islamabad is beautiful place ❤! Dear laura

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@zainulabdin1720 I didn't get to go this time unfortunately, but maybe in the future!

[@abidsultan2764]

One of the most underrated country in the World. Everything aside, thank u for visiting our wonderland.

[@lauraabornstein]

I agree! Pakistan is lovely 🤗

[@Dinadan993]

I admire your historical knowledge. It is impressive 😊

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks! I actually don't think I did a great job in this video when it comes to explaining history (I would have liked to talk more about Taxila, but I was soooo tired my first day in Islamabad that I didn't get enough footage) but I have more videos coming where I will talk more about Pakistan's history! Specifically one video about Hunza and the Silk road and another video about Lahore's history + a few nature videos in between 🤗

[@ranatanveer9835]

We have thousands years old history and cities in Pakistan. The birth place of Bhudhism. Ghandhara and Mohinjodaro Harrapa the well civilized history of humans. It has a vibrant culture. Five big and large rivers best irrigation system in the world. A country where the hundreds of years and modern cultures are breathing together still now. What I told you in lines which needs timeless talks. ❤

[@YouTubesFinest9315]

Pakistanis love foreigner and we respect foreigner. Much love from Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@YouTubesFinest9315]

@@lauraabornstein You're welcome

[@suchbolo5742]

You painted a very realistic picture. People are surprised about how green Pakistan is and how kind the people are to foreigners. And I agree, the staring is uncomfortable, but it is out of pure curiosity. They don’t get a lot of tourists.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked the message of the video 🤗 And yeah, the starring is super strange as a tourist, specially because where I come from staring is very rude, but I don't think people have bad intentions when they stare and maybe it's not considered rude in Pakistan

[@mohdaamir7806]

​@@lauraabornstein if you have noticed people will not stare at a local because they look the same, you are a foreigner and look different from local people, so they see you because of curiosity, brown/ blonde hair and in many ways you look different from local people.

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@mohdaamir7806Yes, I completely underdtand 🤗 I totally get why people stare and I'm not angry at them, not at all. But I think it's also understandable that it makes me a bit uncomfortable. It's just the way culture shock goes

[@Th3M4LikH3r3]

Most welcome to you Laura from Punjab Pakistan ❤🇵🇰 Stay Blessed ✨

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@Akhtarmughal555]

Pakistan is the most beautiful country in the world. But in the media, the totally opposite; Pakistan is the safest country.

[@lauraabornstein]

Definitely, it's a gorgeous country which is not fairly portrayed in the media at all

[@naveedirshad1470]

Welcome to Pakistan and enjoy. If you need any help anytime whilst you are here, just ask. Many regards

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks a lot, you're very kind 🤗

[@cindyblanco4300]

What an interesting video-and such beautiful scenery! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I'm glad you liked it

[@NaomanSaeed]

I must salute you for visiting taxila instead of typical touristy spots as your first destination. Additional respect for doing pretty good research about it too.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! I thought Taxila was super interesting, I love history and I visited several historical sites in Islamabad, but I definitely went to some of the touristy places too haha

[@ninjamoor8897]

If you love history you should also visit Mahenjo Daro in Sindh.

[@Zeeshankhan-sl7ov]

​@@lauraabornsteinu are absolutely right laura taxila is interesting city its our luck its located close to my home location but bad luck i not contact u before, so u also explore wah mughal garden, punja shaab, and mountains close to my town u also like it most, well i hooe when u come next time so u contact with me and give me chance i host u in my home and also your local guide here too u explore beauty here in more deeply.

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@ninjamoor8897 It's definitely on my bucketlist! Unfortunately I couldn't go to Sindh on this trip, but maybe next time!

[@zahidpannu2282]

Thanks sister for visiting us .and explore the Pakistan ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 Pakistan is a lovely country

[@munirahmad7580]

Welcome to Pakistan, the land of beauty, full of historical places and rich culture.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@Falconflyer390]

Wawooo, Amazing Pakistan, Love from Kingdom of Bahrain 🇧🇭

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks 🤗 Pakistan is an amazing country!

[@Falconflyer390]

@@lauraabornstein ❤️

[@Touqeerfitnees786]

❤❤😊

[@Touqeerfitnees786]

@@Falconflyer390 How are you👍

[@usamahkhans]

Thank you for visiting Pakistan and showing its real face. Indeed my country is a vibrant country comprised of kind and hospitable people. Hope to see you again here.

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 Pakistan is a gorgeous country and I'm just being honest about my experience there. I hope I can go back some day!

[@usamahkhans]

@@lauraabornstein Indeed. Thanks indeed for sharing the reality honestly and fairly. Hoping so. Have a wonderful day. W/R.

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@usamahkhansThanks!

[@usamahkhans]

@@lauraabornstein You’re more than welcome.

[@atifrana5470]

That's really nice to see there are solo female travelers who are showing the true picture of Pakistan.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I wasn't actually solo for this trip, a family member was also interested in seeing Pakistan so he came along, but I'd definitely feel comfortable traveling here solo

[@asyed1995]

All Pakistani to give Hospitality honesty trustworthy Faithful .At Districts Paying Guests facilities after background check .Thanks Very old Civilization .

[@lauraabornstein]

Personally I thought Pakistani hospitality was great! 🤗

[@Brown_like_tea]

Welcome to Pakistan❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@muhammadfarantahir9282]

Thank you so much for showing up the real image of my country. I hope you will visit again 👍

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I hope I can visit again too!

[@asgharbhatti2235]

You praised my country, subscribed you in response. Lovely, positive and informative video. Thanks

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you so much 🥹🫶 I really appreciate it, and I hope you enjoy the rest of my videos about Pakistan! 🤗

[@kabeershah4033]

Thanks for the good review and I hope your channel will grow, Pakistani love when someone praise pakistan and talk positive because Pakistan is the safest and best country

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked the video 😊

[@Muhammad-Imran04]

You explored Pakistan less than .1 %. Pakistan has a beautiful landscape. You need to spend almost one year to truly explore its beauty and culture.

[@lauraabornstein]

This is literally the first video I post about Pakistan on KZbin 😅 I explored more of Pakistan! There's more comming haha

[@Muhammad-Imran04]

@@lauraabornstein ahan 👍😄that’s nice. Will love to watch more videos

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@Muhammad-Imran04 Awesome 🤗 I'm posting a video tomorrow about Fairy Meadows 😊

[@Muhammad-Imran04]

@@lauraabornstein yayyyyyyy 👏💐That’s good, I am gonna subscribe the channel and I am waiting to watch upcoming video.😋

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@Muhammad-Imran04Thank you so much, I really appreciate it 😊

[@umerfarooq2045]

Each word is a priceless for us .Thanks for your being so true about Pakistan. RESPECT from Pakistan ❤.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@PeaceTV787]

Thank u lora for visit and showing positive picture of pakistan ....❤

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem 🤗

[@kaneezkassim8037]

Relax lady, welcome to Pakistan. I promise we will not eat you. I live in Islamabad since last 43 years and simply love it. Hope you have a safe and memorable trip.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks haha, I had a great experience in Pakistan

[@muzaffarmahmood1948]

Thanks for your comments about Pakistan..... Always welcome....

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@raiwaqar5015]

Thank you so much Laura for telling the truth about my country, Pakistan. ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I had a great time there

[@rashidzaidi5211]

I am so glad you had a wonderful time in Pakistan. The stereo typical image is all created for vested interest. It’s a hot and humid country between May through September in the plains means from the sea to Peshawar! Of course some spots are okay. Pakistanis are most hospitable and courteous. Good to know your experience was like wise. Happy travels.

[@lauraabornstein]

Pakistan is a lovely country! And thanks so much for the info about the climate haha. It was suuuuuper hot in Islamabad and Taxila, and later when I visited in Lahore too, but the temperatur in Gilgit Baltistan was mostly okay (in fact, it was too cold at times 😅). What would you say is the best time to visit Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi and other Pakistani cities so it's not too hot? I thought the dry season would be better, but I was talking to a German woman I met in Lahore and she said she visited in the dry season in March and that it was even hotter, so now I'm confused

[@muhammadabdulhaseeb7961]

​​@@lauraabornsteinfrom end of November to mid February is dry and very cold for places south of Islamabad... But ... Super super cold in places North of Islamabad... August & September are a bit humid & rainy season .. so maybe August and September maybe best to visit places in South of Islamabad if you don't like dry weather ...

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@muhammadabdulhaseeb7961Okay, thanks so much! I definiteky think August and September is a good time to go to the north (it's the time I went and the weather was great) but cold and dry sounds great for Southern Pakistan 😁

[@tzmedicine4821]

Thank you so much for such kind words about my country ❤❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I had a great time in Pakistan

[@autogensetrepairatherayubi5180]

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your recent visit to Pakistan and for exploring and showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and the warmth of its people. Your efforts in highlighting the beauty of our country, from the majestic mountains to the vibrant cities, provide a refreshing and accurate portrayal of Pakistan-one that is often misrepresented by the global media. Your journey has shown the world that Pakistan is so much more than the negative narratives often projected. It is a country filled with hospitality, history, and natural wonders, waiting to be discovered. By sharing your experiences, you are helping to break down stereotypes and reveal the true essence of our beautiful homeland. Thank you once again for being an ambassador of positivity and truth, and for bringing the world closer to the real Pakistan. We hope your experiences here have left you with wonderful memories, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I had a great experience in Pakistan and I'm just being honest about it

[@mfahad222]

Being a Pakistani I welcome you to my country, I am from Wah Cantt (Next to Taxila), it is also one of the most beautiful city like Islamabad, It will be honor for us to serve you, Thank you

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@adnansiddiquimail]

Hola Laura, come estas? Gracias por hacer este vídeo y por hacer comentarios positivos sobre Pakistán. 👍

[@lauraabornstein]

Hola, y sin problema! Pakistán es un país precioso y tuve una experiencia fantástica allí 🤗

[@minhasali5553]

Thanks for your kind words of my country❤ Best wishes for you 😇 Be blessed and happy ☺️

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked the video 😊

[@MrNaveedmoscow]

Grateful 🙏to make such a lovely vlog about Pakistan 🇵🇰 Stay blessed.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@WarriorofMountains]

People scared to come to Pakistan once they arrive and leave then they keep coming back and feel like second home. Pakistan is a tourist beautiful affordable country with not too many foreign tourists. There are so many places in Pakistan even Pakistanis haven't been to. Pakistan offers from desert to highest mountains. From hot desert to cold dearest. World's largest glaciers. There is nothing you can not find in Pakistan. It is a country which offers everything people who like cities and to mountains. Hot to extremely cold weathers. Pakistan is a very unique country indeed with loving people. Love you Pakistan from the USA.

[@lauraabornstein]

I completely agree! 🙌 Pakistan is a gorgeous country, and has a lot of potential in tourism

[@IrfanKhan-fx2tg]

You are good that's why everyone good for you and you see the world good way.

[@lauraabornstein]

😊🤗

[@globaleyes840]

Pakistan is all green. Even our deserts are bit greenish and different from usual ones. And the stares were just friendly ones. Kinda everyone wanna talk to you and wanna know where are you from and will invite you to have gossips and have tea with them or visit along with them yeah that.. 😃 And thank you for getting positive impact afterall ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks for the info! And it was my pleasure 🤗 Pakistan is a lovely country

[@whatthewhat9828]

Welcome to Pakistan. I hope you the best stay and enjoy your time in Pakistan. Your video was really well made. Pakistan has the best hospitality in the world

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you, I had a great time in Pakistan! And I'm glad you liked the video 🤗 I'm posting a new one about Fairy Meadows in Gilgit Baltistan later today

[@Faiz_Ahmed_Faiz]

Appreciate your positive and honest comments love and respect from Pakistan via south Africa

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@abidfarooqui4899]

Staring is a pastime in Pakistan/India/Bangladesh. I am jealous you got to see Babusar Top and Fairy Meadows. I grew up there but in Sindh and never made it to Fairy Meadows and then as a teenager I moved to the US.

[@lauraabornstein]

Maybe, but the staring is definitely difficult to get used to as a tourist 😅 specially when in my home country and Europe in general it's considered rude to stare. Like I said, I don't think it was malicious at all, but it was uncomfortable at times and a big culture shock. And I really hope you can see Babusar Top and Fairy Meadows some day!

[@mrbunchofcells]

Indian stare is nefarious

[@lauraabornstein]

@@mrbunchofcells why so? I felt a bit uncomfortable being stared at in Pakistan, but I don't think it was malicious or that people had a bad intention when staring. It's just a cultural difference

[@BillMice]

​​@@lauraabornsteinnobody in Pakistan stares

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@BillMice I don't really agree 😅 I was definitely stared at by lots of people. I'm not mad about it, I don't say that as a critizism, but people stare

[@shoaibulhassan9178]

girl you are our best ever ambassador thanks you for visiting my city Taxila.....i'm from Taxila.....Thanks a lot new Subscriber 😇

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 and thanks for subscribing! I hope you enjoy my other videos from Pakistan 😊

[@Sava93ghost]

Thanks Laura for your kind words about Pakistan 🇵🇰.👍

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem 🤗 Pakistan is a lovely country

[@faheemadil3488]

Welcome to Pakistan. You will feel yourself as safe in your country. We respect our guest. Enjoy the heightiest mountains / heaven on Earth and simple people on planet earth. Do listen your media. I, ll be waiting your video soon.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I had a great time in Pakistan, and I already posted a few vlogs if you're interested in watching! 😊

[@faheemadil3488]

I will definately like these videos.​@@lauraabornstein

[@yasirvlogsofficial3677]

Well come to Pakistan 🇵🇰!! Best wishes from Spain 🇪🇸 Barcelona.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 😊

[@yasirvlogsofficial3677]

Your wellcome !

[@masab37]

Thanks for showing the true Face of Pakistan, means alot to us.. Do visit again

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem 🤗 I'm just being honest about my experience. And thanks!

[@FaisalKhan-nx2jr]

Love your comment Pakistan is beautiful I am living in bi rmingham last20 year 20 year ago i lift it i miss pakistani mountain soon i will go there inshallah

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I'm glad you liked the video

[@masoodshah8948]

Thank you very much for coming to Pakistan and showing a good face of Pakistan to the whole world. Thank you very much. 🇵🇰🥰

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem 🤗 Pakistan is a lovely country

[@wellnessguide123]

I love Pakistani dresses and food❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Me too! The dresses are so beautiful and the food is delicious 😋

[@Friday1947]

❤❤thanks a lot for showing me the world most beautiful country I’ve never expected that Pakistani will be this much beautiful ❤❤I wish I could travel to this wonderful hospitality country on earth

[@lauraabornstein]

I'm glad you liked the video 🤗 I have lots more Pakistan travek content comming if you're interested in watching as well!

[@QaisiGaming-ev7tz]

My beloved country 😍

[@lauraabornstein]

😊🤗

[@MeharKingxGaming]

Love Your Work Thanks For Your Beautiful Words, Big Love From Pakistan ❤🇵🇰..

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks 🤗 I'm glad you liked the video!

[@mahmood1969]

Thanks for portraiting Pakistan such beautifully

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem 🤗

[@husainzaidi1527]

Thank you for visiting and saying nice words about Pakistan. There are good and bad everywhere and Pakistan is no exception. Anyways, enjoy your trip and stay safe. Cheers

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 It was my pleasure to visit Pakistan, it's a lovely country

[@ahmedahan-i8k]

Welcome to Pakistan 💚😊

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 😊

[@qasimalishah147]

Thanks for your kind words ... Pakistan have all kind of lands,from beaches to mountains and desserts to forest.Pakistan has also all 4 seasons ..winters starts from mid October and lasts till mid February...so these starting and ending months are pretty good for tourists to visit because neither its too hot nor too cold ...

[@lauraabornstein]

I agree! Pakistan is such a beautiful and diverse country 🤗

[@lovepakistanorleavepakista1696]

Laura no pareces español porque tu acento es muy fluido y normalmente los españoles no hablan inglés con tanta fluidez como tú, bienvenido..a PAKISTAN ❤❤❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! I actually learned English when I was very young, and I learned it from teachers from all over the world (UK, USA, Ireland, Australia, etc) so I definitely have a strange accent haha

[@omerosdaskalos7708]

Hello nice vlog episode 😊 the coverage of the ancient Taxila/Gandhara civilization is specially good. - Islamabad is, of course , the very modern capital city of Pakistan today, despite its green beauty, its facing serious environmental issues and a big water shortage. If Islamabad keeps growing and expanding at the present rates, water supplies will entirely fail in another 5-6 years.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I'm glad you liked my explanation of Taxila. I actually plan on doing more videos talking about Pakistani history (Specifically Hunza and the Silk Road, Lahore's history and the Mughal Empire + a few nature videos too) 🤗 And I didn't know that about Islamabad! Thanks for letting me know, I'll definitely inform myself

[@omerosdaskalos7708]

@@lauraabornstein you're very welcome. Thanks for the vlogs on Pakistan. BTW, regarding the Karakoram Highway, it was never ever part of the Silk Road/Route, that's another fallacy engendered by local tour operators in the 1980s. 😂 The actual Silk Route passed by hundreds of kms away from this stretch. In fact , this route used to connect to Chinese Turkestan (now Xinjiang in PRC) and it carried on minor trade , mostly apricots, other fruits and grains going up from the Hunza side , also a few spices carried up through Punjab to Kashgar via this side; in exchange for felt/woollen fabrics, butter and such produce . It might be interesting to read about this too, get the proper research and background .

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@omerosdaskalos7708Okay, thanks soooo much! I'll definitely read up on that 😊

[@omerosdaskalos7708]

@@lauraabornstein you're welcome . BTW if you can find a book by the Pakistani traveler/writer Salman Rashid, "The Apricot Road " or such , that's really worth reading. I'm sorry it's been some years , I don't remember the full name /details. Might be available through Amazon or such.

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@omerosdaskalos7708 Thanks so much! I love reading so I'll definitely put it on my list. I can't thank you enough for all the valuable info you've given me!

[@noreenahmed5556]

Wow, thanks for adding this perspective in a tourist video. Taxila and the importance it holds. I remember as a child my father used to visit taxila a lot and tell us all sort of stories growing up. What a refreshing reminder of an amazing heritage site. Thabks again

[@lauraabornstein]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! I thought Taxila was fascinating, I wish I could've filmed more about it honestly

[@lovepakistanorleavepakista1696]

❤❤❤ VERY GOOD, NICE JOB, ZINDA BAD, WELCOME TO PAKISTAN ❤❤❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@HafizAzam-o1h]

Thanks for visiting Pakistan. I am sorry you faced staring, which I can imagine . You might have faced much more and possible reason is you are very pretty. Stay blessed!

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! 🤗

[@colourcloud65]

❤ welcome to lahore Pakistan 🇵🇰 😘 ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks! I actually went to Lahore, I will post a video about it at some point! 🤗

[@colourcloud65]

@@lauraabornstein OK dear

[@rafiquemohammad294]

Appreciate her Fair and Impartial traveling experience of Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you! 😊

[@asadfarid7182]

Love from Punjab Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks 🤗

[@nasirpervez6627]

I hv subscribed your channel you r our guest in pakistan we respct our guest by heart nice video keep it up prey for ur success madam i hope you had seen pakistan a butful country with good hospitality

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@MuhammadHafeez-wx5pr]

Lots of Love💕 for you from Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@MuhammadHafeez-wx5pr]

@@lauraabornstein OMG! It means alot

[@lauraabornstein]

​@MuhammadHafeez-wx5pr No problem! 😊

[@Zeeshankhan-sl7ov]

Its amazing again laura see your second vedio on pakistan, taxila, Islamabad, gilgit baltistan u visit their and share your good experiences with others through KZbin its marvelous ❤pakistani hospitality, food, culture make everyone its fan.... And u want come here again and again, wish u all the best have a blessed Friday 🤗.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@Zeeshankhan-sl7ov]

@@lauraabornstein most welcome ❤️

[@RawIsb]

Welcome to Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@saqibmirza1449]

We welcome every tourist to visit Pakistan and see the marvels of nature beauty ❤ 🇵🇰

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@MAR-lt7xo]

In respect of local culture and values, foreign visiting women and men should dress modestly. Everyone including men and women will be more open and welcoming to a foreigner if he dresses modestly, particularly in remote and rural areas.

[@lauraabornstein]

Of course! I wasn't critisizing the way of dress in Pakistan, just saying that I made a mistake when it came to dress and I was misinformed by other videos, so I wanted to keep others from making the same mistake. I also wouldn't say that I wasn't modest, just that I dressed noticeably different from locals when I thought I wouldn't stand out that much (the most unmodest thing I wore was a short sleeve tshirt). In my experience tho, I felt like it was more important to dress modestly in the cities tho, at least when it comed to avoiding being stared at

[@housestark4428]

I start watching all your vlogs and must say i really like them.. and Pakistan is a really beautiful country .. new subscriber here cheers

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I'm really glad you like my videos, there's definitely more to come

[@tariqsiddique4561]

Nice video Laura I am from London

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@khantradingfx]

most awaited vlog...Thats how Pakistan is... thats the true color of Pakistan...

[@lauraabornstein]

I'm glad you liked it 🤗 I'll definitely post more about Pakistan!

[@mehmoodamir7120]

BIG💖🇵🇰FOR U⚘

[@lauraabornstein]

Thanks 🤗

[@Ajax-K4]

Taxila was a center of learning in ancient undivided India. Pakistan never existed then. These areas faced innumerable foreign invasions from Greek, Central asia, and later Persian invasion.

[@lauraabornstein]

Yes, that's right

[@AfaqAhmed-w9d]

Welcome to our beautiful and peaceful country

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@adrianadam8543]

Welcome to Pakistan, Lots of love, and enjoy your stay.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@pabloescabar7997]

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[@lauraabornstein]

😊🤗

[@mohsantravels4804]

Thanks for showing the real beauty of our gorgeous country ❤️ Pakistan ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 Pakistan is a gorgeous country

[@akashhussain2462]

🌹🌹🌹PAKISTAN LARGEST MOSQUE 🕌 IN BAHRIA TOWN KARACHI AND 2ND LARGEST MOSQUE 🕌 IN BAHRIA TOWN LAHORE EGYPTIAN 🇪🇬 MADOES AND DUBAI CLOCK TOWER AND EIFFEL TOWER FRANCE 🇫🇷 STATUE OF LIBERTY 🗽 AMERICA LOTS OF MOOR IN BAHRIA TOWN WATCH ON YOU TUBE INDIAN 🇮🇳 REACTION ON BAHRIA TOWN PAKISTAN BAHRIA TOWN IS CITY WITH IN CITY 🌹🙏🏻🌹

[@lauraabornstein]

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[@naveedashraf6579]

Welcome to come Pakistan You are our guest any kind of things u need we will raedy to arrange Our Pakistan is so beautiful country thanks to explore our country

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you, that's very kind 🤗

[@naveedashraf6579]

Have u something u need in Pakistan plz send to ur number I will send u And plz come to Lahore I will enjoy with our hospitality regard

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@naveedashraf6579 Thank you so much, that's very kind of you, but I already left Pakistan and I won't be needing any help. I did visit Lahore though, I will post a video about it in 2 weeks 🤗

[@almuslim33311]

If you also Afghanistan,you will be surprised to see how loving they are Visit Afghanistan,iraq , Palestine...you will be welcomed as a guest inshallah ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

I would really like to go to Afghanistan some day! It looks like a really interesting and beautiful country 🤗

[@almuslim33311]

@@lauraabornstein people of these countries will welcome you with open arms, iran and China are also safe .... don't trust media

[@qms4768]

🇵🇰 Welcoming, respecting & generous people of Pakistan. 🇵🇰 Beautiful country & wonderful people. 🌹 Duas 🤲 for safe & happy tour dear sister.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@imfclips4214]

Very Thankful for your comments ❤❤My lovely country

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 I had an amazing time in Pakistan

[@NexAuraFusion]

It seems to me that you like historical places, and Pakistan is so full of such places that it's amazing

[@lauraabornstein]

I do! I visited a few more historical sites in Pakistan (Altit and Baltit Fort in Hunza, Badshahi and Wazir Khan Mosques in Lahore, etc). I will post more KZbin videos about all these places 🤗

[@NexAuraFusion]

@@lauraabornstein there are so many more historical sites in Pakistan, we even have Pakistani Stonehenge

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@NexAuraFusion I agree! There are soooo many more, I just didn't have time to see all of them haha

[@BuenosPrivet]

You speaks very well .. and described the things in a well detailed way to understand .. your choice of words ..super ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗 I'm glad you liked the video

[@aliakhtar5351]

I live in Taxila, and you visited the Taxila Museum, which is just 5 minutes away, about 0.5 km from my home. Taxila is rich in historical sites, including Sirkap, the Taxila Museum, Jullian Monastery, the Taxila Art Village, and many more, which are especially significant for followers of Buddhism. Thanks for visiting

[@lauraabornstein]

No problem! Taxila is super interesting 🤗 I visited the museum and some of the archeological sites around the area

[@aliakhtar5351]

@@lauraabornstein great, Thanks.....

[@liaqatali411]

I really enjoy your vlog..it is good for me being a teacher to improve my English language listening skill through a native speaker

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked the video 🤗 that said, I'm not a native English speaker 😅 I'm originally from Spain and my native language is Spanish

[@Qaziharoon]

Thanks from Peshawar city That you speak good about Pakistan country ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗

[@kanwar123able]

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the world.

[@lauraabornstein]

It was my pleasure 🤗 I had a great time in Pakistan!

[@WaqarShah-rx5np]

Best kind of communication to describe areas and reality ❤

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@MuhammadRashid-gk3oq]

Thank you very much mam nice thinking about Pakistan

[@lauraabornstein]

It's my pleasure 🤗 Pakistan is a lovely country and had a greag time there

[@MuhammadRashid-gk3oq]

@@lauraabornsteinPakistani people are waiting more visits your sides

[@lauraabornstein]

​@@MuhammadRashid-gk3oq I hope I can visit again some day! But honestly, flights are super expensive so it's unlikely I'll go back soon

[@MuhammadRashid-gk3oq]

@@lauraabornstein Pakistani souil is waining for such good thinking people's like you! We think your country" Spain" is very important country for us

[@lauraabornstein]

​@MuhammadRashid-gk3oq Thanks 🤗

[@shamsulhaq263]

I hope when you travel all over Pakistan, I hope your thoughts about Pakistan will change. You will meet very beautiful and very nice people here. You will go back with very good memories.

[@lauraabornstein]

I definitely got good memories from Pakistan 😊 and my perspective on the country definitely changed a loy

[@englishwithbabar5387]

Islamabad: Beauty Karachi: Hustling bustling and night life Balochistan: Beaches Kheber pakhtoonkhuwa: nature, lakes, mountains. You have done a very good research beforehand. It's always good to do so to avoid being stranded.

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗

[@merajsiddiqui5192]

I was there babusir top in October 2022. So as naran Kagan lake saifulmalook etc. Etc. I born and grew up in Pakistan. I love Pakistan 🇵🇰. It's in my blood.

[@lauraabornstein]

Babusar top is spectacular! I also saw Lulusar Lake but not Saif Ul Malook lake unfortunately

[@MerajUddinSiddiqui]

Well Come To Land Of Beauty Hospitality & Foodie 🌺💐🇵🇰

[@lauraabornstein]

Thank you 🤗