Hi im moving in to pakistan islamabad im from korea

[sdsffwe]

Hi Guyz
im from Korea..
im going to Islamabad and living there

got lots and lots of questions

1.internet
2.cellular.. provider(using iphone 5)
3. safety
4. tips
5. about pakistan, what to be careful of.. i know it's a religious country and i don't have any hate for that religion.. so i don't wanna offend anyone

it would be a great help if u guyz help me

 

[HaiderSangi]

Internet: Nayatel is the best in Islamabad I guess.
Celllurar: Depends purely on your choice. All of them are the same and none offer 3G services.
Others will give you tips.

 

[sdsffwe]

Internet: Nayatel is the best in Islamabad I guess.
Celllurar: Depends purely on your choice. All of them are the same and none offer 3G services.
Others will give you tips.

thanks ^^
hmm.. nayatel...

 

[w00t]

It's not as bad as media portrays it to be. Just don't talk about Religion, sex or Kashmir and you'll be fine.

In my opinion, Mobilink or Telenor have the best services but it all depends on your personal choice but just don't go for ZONG, it's crap, all others are fine.

 

[Afnan Mir]

Go for Nayatel (Internet)
Cellular provider depends on your needs The packages here are a lot...
As mentioned above, don't insult the religion or try NOT to counter the opinions of others (Many, unfortunately... will not talk with logic)

Islamabad is pretty safe!

 

[BumperJumper]

Hi, first of all, welcome to Pakistan in Advance. Secondly, you don't have to worry much in Islamabad, it is pretty safe city and people are pretty open minded.

Now to answer your questions.

1. Nayatel is the best internet service provider in Islamabad/Rawalpindi. You should go for it. Their installion charges are a bit high but service is the best in Pakistan.
2. Telenor is pretty good.
3. Islamabad is pretty safe city. You will witness a lot of checkposts though. The city is clean with wide open roads and rarely has traffic issues. It is also extremely beautiful. You can also go for hiking on mountains, which are pretty close. There are also fast food joints like Hardees or Coffee/Breakfast places. Foreigners also visit these places frequently.
4. Well, obey the traffic rules. Observe the Pakistani laws. Just have fun .
5. Pakistan is totally opposite of the image shown by Western media. Don't believe what you hear about us. Most importantly, don't go into a religious argument like about sects etc.

I hope you find it a beautiful and clean city as i did. I lived for about 4 years in Islamabad during my studies.

 

[krazyhamad420]

You will really love Islamabad for sure .. Its a beautiful city

and about people .. you wont find helping people there, and be careful about your luggage and your expensive goods ..

 

[MegamanEXE]

Hi Guyz
im from Korea..
im going to Islamabad and living there

got lots and lots of questions

1.internet
2.cellular.. provider(using iphone 5)
3. safety
4. tips
5. about pakistan, what to be careful of.. i know it's a religious country and i don't have any hate for that religion.. so i don't wanna offend anyone

it would be a great help if u guyz help me

Amazing! Welcome!
Don't worry, there is absolutely no danger, Pakistan is a very safe and peaceful country, just like the others said, it's not like what foreign media shows it to be, People live normal, good lives.
1. As for internet, if you've got extra money, directly get Nayatel.
2. Go for uFone (goes well with your iPhone )
3. Absolutely no need, Pakistan is a very nice country, especially Islamabad. I, too live in Islamabad myself and there are MANY chinese, Malaysians in my town. No problem. Just keep a VERY cheap mobile with you when you go out. Don't take out your expensive iPhone 5 out in the open.
4. Live normally, awesomely.
5. Yes, we ARE religious but not like what media shows. We don't 'kill' if somebody makes fun of our religion. We are also very tolerant. No problem. Like I said, there are MANY Chinese, Malaysians, (possibly)Japanese around here, you'll fit right in!

 

[maxold90]

3- as far as safety concern be on your on always open your eyes and mind
4- nothing we don't have much rules or rule of law in country here so enjoy your stay
5- we are not so religious and i don't get it why media show of such thing we have really modern type of community , we have night clubs , pubs , bars , disco and you can even walk along with your girl friendly openly by holding her hand no one ask you nothing .

 

[Xerolt9]

Observe the Pakistani laws.

What you smokin' bro?

 

[sdsffwe]

thanks^^kashmir is government right?

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talk with logic LOL ^^ thanks.. nice info

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thanks a lot!!!!

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ooooh..pick pocket? hmmm

 

[BumperJumper]

What you smokin' bro?

Weed. You want some?

Spoiler: show

:umad:

 

[sdsffwe]

OMG thank you so much
you guyz made me think about my perspective about pakistan again
and also the western media thanks a lot

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srsly? wow that's something new!
how about the things women have to wear to cover their faces?
is it crucial?

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srsly? wow that's something new!
how about the things women have to wear to cover their faces?
is it crucial?
my mom's worried Lol ^^

 

[sdsffwe]

Hi, first of all, welcome to Pakistan in Advance. Secondly, you don't have to worry much in Islamabad, it is pretty safe city and people are pretty open minded.

Now to answer your questions.

1. Nayatel is the best internet service provider in Islamabad/Rawalpindi. You should go for it. Their installion charges are a bit high but service is the best in Pakistan.
2. Telenor is pretty good.
3. Islamabad is pretty safe city. You will witness a lot of checkposts though. The city is clean with wide open roads and rarely has traffic issues. It is also extremely beautiful. You can also go for hiking on mountains, which are pretty close. There are also fast food joints like Hardees or Coffee/Breakfast places. Foreigners also visit these places frequently.
4. Well, obey the traffic rules. Observe the Pakistani laws. Just have fun .
5. Pakistan is totally opposite of the image shown by Western media. Don't believe what you hear about us. Most importantly, don't go into a religious argument like about sects etc.

I hope you find it a beautiful and clean city as i did. I lived for about 4 years in Islamabad during my studies.

Amazing! Welcome!
Don't worry, there is absolutely no danger, Pakistan is a very safe and peaceful country, just like the others said, it's not like what foreign media shows it to be, People live normal, good lives.
1. As for internet, if you've got extra money, directly get Nayatel.
2. Go for uFone (goes well with your iPhone )
3. Absolutely no need, Pakistan is a very nice country, especially Islamabad. I, too live in Islamabad myself and there are MANY chinese, Malaysians in my town. No problem. Just keep a VERY cheap mobile with you when you go out. Don't take out your expensive iPhone 5 out in the open.
4. Live normally, awesomely.
5. Yes, we ARE religious but not like what media shows. We don't 'kill' if somebody makes fun of our religion. We are also very tolerant. No problem. Like I said, there are MANY Chinese, Malaysians, (possibly)Japanese around here, you'll fit right in!

3- as far as safety concern be on your on always open your eyes and mind
4- nothing we don't have much rules or rule of law in country here so enjoy your stay
5- we are not so religious and i don't get it why media show of such thing we have really modern type of community , we have night clubs , pubs , bars , disco and you can even walk along with your girl friendly openly by holding her hand no one ask you nothing .

the cloth women have to wear over their heads

hijab? sorry...
is it crucial? my mom's worried lol

 

[BumperJumper]

[MENTION=62455]sdsffwe[/MENTION]: Dude, use [MENTION=27317]name[/MENTION] to mention any user with name or just click on the "Reply with Quote" button at the bottom to quote their post.

As for the hijab wearing part. You will be surprised to see the burger awam of Islamabad. They wear tight jeans and shirts, even women. Hijab is not necessary to wear but women wear it if they want.

 

[sdsffwe]

Hi, first of all, welcome to Pakistan in Advance. Secondly, you don't have to worry much in Islamabad, it is pretty safe city and people are pretty open minded.

Now to answer your questions.

1. Nayatel is the best internet service provider in Islamabad/Rawalpindi. You should go for it. Their installion charges are a bit high but service is the best in Pakistan.
2. Telenor is pretty good.
3. Islamabad is pretty safe city. You will witness a lot of checkposts though. The city is clean with wide open roads and rarely has traffic issues. It is also extremely beautiful. You can also go for hiking on mountains, which are pretty close. There are also fast food joints like Hardees or Coffee/Breakfast places. Foreigners also visit these places frequently.
4. Well, obey the traffic rules. Observe the Pakistani laws. Just have fun .
5. Pakistan is totally opposite of the image shown by Western media. Don't believe what you hear about us. Most importantly, don't go into a religious argument like about sects etc.

I hope you find it a beautiful and clean city as i did. I lived for about 4 years in Islamabad during my studies.

Amazing! Welcome!
Don't worry, there is absolutely no danger, Pakistan is a very safe and peaceful country, just like the others said, it's not like what foreign media shows it to be, People live normal, good lives.
1. As for internet, if you've got extra money, directly get Nayatel.
2. Go for uFone (goes well with your iPhone )
3. Absolutely no need, Pakistan is a very nice country, especially Islamabad. I, too live in Islamabad myself and there are MANY chinese, Malaysians in my town. No problem. Just keep a VERY cheap mobile with you when you go out. Don't take out your expensive iPhone 5 out in the open.
4. Live normally, awesomely.
5. Yes, we ARE religious but not like what media shows. We don't 'kill' if somebody makes fun of our religion. We are also very tolerant. No problem. Like I said, there are MANY Chinese, Malaysians, (possibly)Japanese around here, you'll fit right in!

[MENTION=62455]sdsffwe[/MENTION]: Dude, use [MENTION=27317]name[/MENTION] to mention any user with name or just click on the "Reply with Quote" button at the bottom to quote their post.

As for the hijab wearing part. You will be surprised to see the burger awam of Islamabad. They wear tight jeans and shirts, even women. Hijab is not necessary to wear but women wear it if they want.

sorry was replying on my iphone and got mixed up ^^

real thanks guys
u guys gave me lots of information
it's ganna help me a lot!!
u guys gave me a new perspective of pakistan and the western media

thanks!!O_<

 

[looney4]

Welcome to PG and Advance welcome to Pakistan(Islamabad).
You will definitely find quite pleasant living here.
The thing about women covering their faces is not very crucial in our society here. It's a matter of own choice and closeness to religion.
You will find people quite friendly here.

 

[BumperJumper]

Do visit some other places like Lahore or Murree. Murree is specially beautiful this time of the year and it is relatively close to Islamabad.

 

[Zeus MK]

Welcome to Pakistan

 

[BumperJumper]

Okay okay. I suppose that's true. But you gotta agree, Karachi is a bad choice to pick as a city to live in.
Btw, during my stay in Islamabad, I did notice that the electricity and water and gas situation over there is worse than it is in Karachi. Stayed in G11/3 so dunno if it's sector specific or the general situation.

I lived for about 2 years in G-9/4. Rarely faced issue with water or gas. It is sector specific issue though, i know about it.

You are right, Karachi is certainly not a ideal city to live in. That's why i moved to Islamabad for studies even though it was pretty far away for me.