National Symbols of Pakistan

National Anthem

Blessed be the sacred land, Happy be the bounteous realm, Symbol of high resolve, Land of Pakistan. Blessed be thou citadel of faith.

The Order of this Sacred Land Is the might of the brotherhood of the people. May the nation, the country, and the State Shine in glory everlasting. Blessed be the goal of our ambition.

This flag of the Crescent and the Star Leads the way to progress and perfection, Interpreter of our past, glory of our present, Inspiration of our future, Symbol of Almighty's protection.



National Flag
The Pakistan Flag was designed by Ameer-ud-din Khidwai. The white represents Minorities and the dark green field represents the Muslim majority. The crescent on the Flag represents progress. The five-rayed star represents light and knowledge.

 

National Emblem
The national emblem of Pakistan was approved by the Central Government in 1954. There is a crescent and star crest at the top of the emblem, this is the traditional symbol if Islam. In the center is a shield divided into four parts showing cotton, wheat, tea and jute which are the main crops of Pakistan. It signifies the strong agriculture based economy of the country. This shield is encircled by a wreath. The scroll supporting the shield carries the Urdu words 'Faith', 'Unity' and 'Discipline.

 

National Flower
The national flower of Pakistan - Jasmine.
Jasmine is found in all corners of Pakistan
and is grown not only in wild, but in the gardens of almost every household.