Fun facts about Multan
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The ancient known name of Multan was Malli-istan, named after a tribe that inhabited the region.
Multan
Pakistan
Multan is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located along the eastern bank of the Chenab River, it is the sixth-largest city in the country; and serves as the administrative headquarters of its eponymous division and district.
From the “Etymology” section
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Multan was believed to be the Malli capital conquered by Alexander the Great in 326 BCE.
Multan
Pakistan
Multan is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located along the eastern bank of the Chenab River, it is the sixth-largest city in the country; and serves as the administrative headquarters of its eponymous division and district.
From the “History” section
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Multan features a hot desert climate with extremely hot summers and mild winters.
Multan
Pakistan
Multan is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located along the eastern bank of the Chenab River, it is the sixth-largest city in the country; and serves as the administrative headquarters of its eponymous division and district.
From the “Geography” section
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Multan's urban typology includes an old walled city and was once home to a royal citadel, which has since been destroyed.
Multan
Pakistan
Multan is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located along the eastern bank of the Chenab River, it is the sixth-largest city in the country; and serves as the administrative headquarters of its eponymous division and district.
From the “Cityscape” section
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At the time of the 2023 census, 42.69% of Multan's population spoke Saraiki as their first language.
Multan
Pakistan
Multan is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located along the eastern bank of the Chenab River, it is the sixth-largest city in the country; and serves as the administrative headquarters of its eponymous division and district.
From the “Demographics” section
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