Venue & Travel
Venue:
Academic Complex,
Allama Iqbal Open University,
Sector, H-8/2, Islamabad, Pakistan
Pictures of Venue/Academic Complex and AIOU
The emergence of Islamabad as Pakistan’s capital in 1963 marked a deliberate shift from Karachi, strategically positioning the administrative hub on the Potohar Plateau in the northwest.
As Pakistan’s vibrant nucleus, Islamabad embodies the nation’s dynamic spirit. Balancing modernity with traditional values, it encapsulates the country’s aspirations and historical richness. It symbolizes a youthful nation’s pursuit of progress while honoring its cultural heritage.
Location
14 kms north east of Rawalpindi on the north eastern fringe of the Potohar plateau of the province of Punjab.
Map Reference
Northern latitudes 33° 49′ and longitudes 72° 24′ east of Greenwich.
Altitude
Lying at altitudes ranging from 457 to 610 metres.
Area
Islamabad, located 14 kilometres northeast of Rawalpindi on the Potohar plateau, spans an area of 906.50 square kilometres. The city is divided into five major zones; administrative, diplomatic, residential, educational, industrial, commercial. Zone IV being the largest and Zone I as the primary developed residential area, split into alphabetically labelled sectors covering approximately 2 km × 2 km each.
Climate
Islamabad features an atypical version of a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers accompanied by a monsoon season followed by cool winters.
Transportation
To travel from Islamabad Airport to the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) main campus, you have a few options:
- Taxi or Ride-Hailing Service: You can take a taxi or use a ride-hailing service like Uber or Careem from the airport. These services are readily available at the airport and can take you directly to the AIOU main campus.
- Private Car: If you have arranged for someone to pick you up, or if you have your own car, you can drive from the airport to the AIOU main campus. Be sure to have a map or GPS directions handy to navigate the route.
- Airport Shuttle Service: Some hotels or educational institutions offer shuttle services to and from the airport. There is Metro Bus Service is available from just outside the airport which will drop you at AIOU main campus.
- AIOU will endeavor to provide airport and hotel pick-up and drop-off services, which we will confirm in September 2024P.
