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Cholistan,
Cholistan, a well-known desert - 30 kms from Bahawalpur, covers
an area of 16,000 sq. kms and extending up to the Terar desert which
spreads across into India. Cholistan is derived from the word "Chalna"
which means moving but locally the area is known as "Rohi".
Sialkot
Sialkot is located 130 kms north-east of Lahore, and is linked by
road and train with the whole country. It is internationally known
for its manufacture of sports goods and surgical instruments.
Gujranwala
Gujranwala is situated about 65 kms to the north of Lahore. This
city has developed a wide range of industries that manufacture such
products as fans, washing machines, stainless steel items, room
coolers, heaters, etc. Being located on the historic Grand Trunk
Road and on the main railway line, it is well connected with the
rest of the country.
Chiniot
Chiniot
is situated about 160 kms to the west of Lahore. It is famous for
its wood work - items such as furniture's, decoration pieces and
wood-made bodies of trucks, buses and wagons. It is linked with
the rest of the country by road and by rail.
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