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Shah Jahan Mosque: A hidden gem in the dirt of interior Sindh

31Jul

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

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Shah Jahan Mosque: A hidden gem in the dirt of interior Sindh

Along with other beautiful customs, Mughals built a fabrication to pay their gratitude towards common people. Shah Jahan Mosque is undoubtedly a prodigy in the world of modern construction. Shah Jahan Masjid THATTA, PAKISTAN - Outside the skirts of Karachi city, a lot of historical monuments knock around. There are many calling us for exploration and admiration. In addition to them one is Shah Jahan Mosque. Other names of Mosque are Shah Jahani mosque or 100 Dome Mosque. You can find it 100 kilometers from Karachi. In Thatta City, near Makli Necropolis. Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built this magnificent mosque in 17th Century . King went there for official progression and hospitality of common man wins him over. He built this mosque in order to pay tribute to the...

Naltar Valley: Undoubtedly a heaven on Earth

30Jul

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

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Naltar Valley: Undoubtedly a heaven on Earth

Starting from a difficult route and bumpy jeep ride, You can witness one of the lusciously enriched valley. However a few discrepancies may not be much of a problem. 40 kilometers from Hunza, a mere 2 hours of stony jeep ride you are here to witness alluring valley of Naltar. If you have a slightest idea of Naltar, the travel is also an experience. This valley is all about lakes, lush green forest and snow covered peaks. Despite of grinding road around 50 thousand tourists come upon to capture this beauty in their memories. Government is taking enough steps to facilitate tourists in order to increase tourism in this area. Also See: Shah Jahan Mosque: A hidden gem in the dirt of interior Sindh The most amazing part of Naltar is most of the area is covered in tall, exuberant tr...

Khewra Salt Mines: Adds taste to economy by just right amount

28Jul

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

Pakistan

Khewra Salt Mines: Adds taste to economy by just right amount

From Alexander to Mughal to current Government , Khewra Salt Mines serves as the biggest blessing of the country along with tourism and providence KHEWRA, PAKISTAN - Troops of Alexander discovered this historic mine in 320 BC. Horses of infantry started licking the stones over their stay here. At that time, the Second Largest Salt Mine of the world was discovered for the first time. Mughal era made the most out of this mine. They extracted salt and sold into international market. They reached up to Middle east in trading. After the downfall of Mughals, Sikhs took control over the mine. They made tunnels and ramps for more productivity and extraction. But in British Era, they made huge progress in mine's working. Another name of the mine is Mayo Salt Mine, on the name of Viceroy M...

Sheher e Roghan: Long lost civilization or village of myths

23Jul

By Maru J2 Comments

Pakistan

Sheher e Roghan: Long lost civilization or village of myths

Conundrum of construction and antiquity of the city are yet to reveal but folk stories are definitely a treat to witness LASBELA, PAKISTAN - Gondrani, also known as Sheher e Roghan situated in far away district of Lasbela, Baluchistan. It is situated within two to three hours drive from Karachi, 200 kilometers in abandoned plains and difficult highway. You can find this hidden beauty of Pakistan. The place has several names: Cave City of Lasbella, the Cave Dwellings of Gondrani, the House of the Spirits, and the Town of Mai Goudrani because of a lot of stories related to it. Reason why these caves came into existence or who actually lived here is still a mystery to solve but a lot of stories wander here and make this place interesting enough. One of the famous stories is, i...

History of the Al-Biruni Lab and Calculation of Radius of Earth

17Jul

By Maru J3 Comments

Pakistan

History of the Al-Biruni Lab and Calculation of Radius of Earth

Government should take initiatives to promote Education and Tourism. Such as building schools and universities around the area to better preserve the heritage site of Al-Biruni Lab! CHAKWAL, PAKISTAN - Pakistan's Prime Minister, Imran Khan on February 27th of this year, made a Tweet about how he will be visiting a heritage site named Al-Biruni Radius. Al-Biruni Lab is located in the beautiful location of Nandana Fort Jhelum. https://twitter.com/PakPMO/status/1365706684392480772 With his tweet, the PM brought the heritage site under a lot of spot light and people that previously did not know about it learned about history. The next day Imran Khan visited the site and told people and the media about the site and its historical and economical importance. Anarkali book Market: ...