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Islamia College Peshawar

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Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamia College Peshawar, established in 1913, is one of Pakistan’s most prestigious educational institutions. Blending Islamic, Mughal, and British architectural styles, the college played a key role in promoting education in the region and in the Pakistan Movement. Its grand campus symbolizes knowledge, heritage, and academic excellence.

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