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Abbottabad Central
Abbottabad Central
Abbottabad Central
Country Pakistan
Province Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
District Abbottabad
Tehsil Abbottabad
Population
 • Total 27,915

Abbottabad Central is an important area in the Abbottabad District of Pakistan. It is part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. This area is also a Union Council, which is a small local government unit.

Abbottabad Central is located right inside Abbottabad city. This city is the capital of the Abbottabad District. Abbottabad Central shares its borders with other Union Councils. To the north and west, it borders Malikpura Urban. To the south, it borders Salhad, and to the east, it borders Dhamtour.

Discovering Old Abbottabad Town

A special part of Abbottabad Central is known as the Old Abbottabad Town. This historic town was started a long time ago, in January 1853. It was founded by a British officer named Major James Abbott. The town was designed with two main sections. One section was called the Civil Lines. The other was the Military Cantonment.

A Glimpse into History

The Old Abbottabad Town is a very important historical place. It tells us a lot about the time when the British ruled India, known as the British Raj. Many old buildings and landmarks from that period can still be seen here today.

Famous Landmarks to Explore

When you visit Old Abbottabad Town, you can find several interesting places:

  • The Old Saddar Bazaar: This is the main or central market. It has been a busy place for a very long time.
  • St Luke's Church, Abbottabad: This is an old church with a lot of history.
  • The Old Christian Cemetery Abbottabad: This cemetery is a quiet place that holds many stories from the past.
  • The Lady Garden Park: A beautiful park where people can relax and enjoy nature.
  • The Abbottabad Club: An old club that was once a social hub.
  • Many other old buildings from the British Indian Army: These structures show how the military operated in the past.
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