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Islamabad
Islamabad District · Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Lake View Park
A family park on the shore of Rawal Lake, Islamabad, with one of the world's largest walk-in aviaries.
Lake View Park stretches along the edge of Rawal Lake near Malpur village in Islamabad. Run by the Capital Development Authority, it is the city's main park for festivals, flower shows and holiday celebrations.
Why go
- ✦A 3.8-acre walk-in aviary
- ✦On the shore of Rawal Lake
- ✦Spring flower shows and festivals
- ✦Boating and play areas
About
Its best-known feature is the walk-in bird aviary, opened in 2013: 80 ft high, covering 3.8 acres and, when it opened, among the largest in the world, with some 4,000 birds of around 300 species. The park also has boating, a fishing area, a rock-climbing wall, paintball, a road train, a swimming pool and children's play areas.
How to Reach
On the edge of Rawal Lake near Malpur village, Islamabad.
Responsible Travel
Respect local communities and site rules.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, October to April; spring for flower shows.
Getting there, On the edge of Rawal Lake near Malpur village, Islamabad.
Allow, Two to three hours.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Lake View Park, within 5 km.
