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Murree city is a popular hill station and a summer resort, especially for the residents of Islamabad, and for the cities of the province of Punjab, Pakistan. Murree is also the administrative centre of Murree Tehsil, which is a sub-division of Rawalpindi district and includes the Murree hills.

The name Murree is derived from 'marhi', "high place" although there is a popular belief it is named after the virgin Mary.

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  • Copyright: Sher Lion (Sheraz) Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 12 W: 0 N: 20] (130)
  • Genre: Places
  • Medium: Color
  • Date Taken: 2008-10-30
  • Exposure: f/11, 1/1000 seconds
  • Photo Version: Original Version
  • Date Submitted: 2009-02-27 6:53
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