Oranges (1kg) | USD 0.94 |
Lettuce | USD 0.39 |
Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 10.14 |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.02 |
Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.07 |
One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 0.25 |
Loaf of white bread | USD 0.51 |
Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 113.31 |
Apples (1kg) | USD 1.25 |
Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 0.47 |
Jaranwala is a city in the district of Faisalabad in Punjab, Pakistan. The city is the home of several famous personalities in Pakistan History. Its named is in reference to the old willow tree with its roots hanging on a well described as "Jaraan” and "wala" in Punjabi language hence the name Jaranwala was attached to the city.
The city boasts several old water works that have been converted into shops and bazaars. Most of the facades remained as well as some of its post and domes. Shopping in these modern but with colonial touches makes a big difference. These bazaars are located in the heart of the city.
Jaranwala once has a grain market that serves as the biggest market in Pakistan however due to constant migration to other cities, the market had been neglected and its importance has diminished however, tourists will enjoy its old buildings and stalls as reminders of its bygone era.
There are at least 3 nearby airports that serve cheap flights to Jaranwala. The nearest is Faisalabad which is only 25 miles from the city center while the farthest is Sargodha, Pakistan with 66.4 miles distance away from the city. If you are caught between Faisalabad congestion, you can take your cheap flights to Jaranwala from Lahore Airport that is 59.4 miles away. You'll avoid delays and therefore you’ll save some travel time.
The revival of horse-train pulled by one horse is a giant step to attract tourist to the city. The track accommodates 15 people and provides unique transportation for the people as well as an attraction to foreign visitors.
Hotels in Jaranwala are not the regular hotels but small inns that provide overnight or short-term stay while in the city. Most of them offer clean room with common restrooms. If you want really nice and good accommodation, find your hotels outside the city or in nearby cities in Jaranwala district.
Jaranwala is an old city that is rebuilding its colonial history by transforming old and historical building into modern facilities and infrastructures while keeping the charms of its glorious past. With goals of attracting international visitors, Jaranwala is definitely treading the right path.