Overview
Sialkot is one of Pakistan's oldest cities, established around 3,000 BCE and re-founded by Raja Sálbán in 200 CE. The city is a global manufacturing powerhouse, producing surgical goods, sports equipment, leather garments, and musical instruments that generate over a billion US dollars annually in exports.
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Before you go
Connectivity
Free WiFi at Sialkot International Airport via COMSATS (111-700-800). Internet cafes on main streets.
Culture
Conservative dress recommended. Respect religious sites, particularly Sikh and Islamic shrines.
Money
Pakistan Rupee (PKR) is the local currency. ATMs and banks are available in cantonment areas.
Safety
Safer than most Pakistani cities; violent crime rare. Standard urban precautions still advised.
Transport
Auto rickshaws are the most common local transport; Careem ride-hailing is popular. M-11 Motorway links Sialkot to Lahore.
Weather
Best visited November-March (5-26°C). Summers reach 38°C with heavy rain July-August.