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30Dec

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Culture, Pakistan

Traditional Caps worn by Pakistanis

Every country has unique dress code that makes them eccentric in the crowd. One of the main accessory is traditional caps or head wear. There are various cultural diversely styles of caps in Pakistan, famous in all kind of people. Pakistan is one of those countries that witnesses each kind of culture and traditions. Its colorful tradition is clearly visible in its dress code. Caps is one accessory that loved by both male and female equally. No festival or occasion is complete without its traditionally accurate cap. Pakistan has 4 provinces, each province and region has its own kind of traditional caps. People irrespective of their ethnicity, loves every kind of caps and wore them accordingly. Here are few caps that are common and famous in general public. We will discuss its for...

Mohenjo Daro: Contemporary mode of living and headscratcher for archeologists

12Aug

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Culture

Mohenjo Daro: Contemporary mode of living and headscratcher for archeologists

Once a largest metropolis, luxurious lifestyle of that time. Now cries to get attention from authorities. Once indeed a city of beauty now facing merciless wrath of time. LARKANA, PAKISTAN - Mohenjo Daro, Larkana Sindh Pakistan: 510 kilometers from Karachi and 28 kilometers from Larkana, ruins of Mohenjo Daro exists. Mohenjo Daro stands for "Hill of the Dead Men". Its a Sindhi word depicts the remains of the land. On the area of almost 300 hectors, this is one of the largest ancient city of human civilization. Civilization existed here nearly in 2600 BC to 1500 BC. The destruction done eventually in 1300 BC. Archeologist are astonished to figure out its foundation till now. It is the most modern city plan too. It has proper toilets, Swimming pools, Sewerage system, street plannin...

Ranikot Fort: The Great Wall of Sindh trembling by virtue of time

6Aug

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Culture

Ranikot Fort: The Great Wall of Sindh trembling by virtue of time

Defense citadel as well as piece of art construction, Ranikot is attracting great number of tourists with its solitary all along. SANN JAMSHORO, PAKISTAN - Approximate 250 km from Karachi, with hefty drive and walk. You can witness one of the largest and neglected forts in interior Sindh, Ranikot Fort with a great wall of Sindh. It is nearly 1500 to 2000 years old. In 19th century, Mirs of Talpur decided to built this fort. The main aim for this fort was to protect city from Iranian and Central Asian intruders. They built 32 km long wall around the city for the said purpose. That's why it is also call The Great Wall of Sindh or Great Wall of Pakistan. The wall consists of Gypsum, lime cut, and sandstone. Nawab Wali Mohammad Khan Leghari supervised its construction in 1891. British...

Makli hills: House of kings and saints or another scar on rich culture

5Aug

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Culture

Makli hills: House of kings and saints or another scar on rich culture

Once known as cultural hub of the region, now begs to get attention from authorities for reinstitution. 98 kilometers east from Karachi, near Lake Kanjeer you can find the biggest garden of remembrance of Asia. Yes, you got it right, its Makli Graveyard, Thatta. 6 kilometers from main city Thatta, there is 10 square kilometers exists that holds the secrets of 7 centuries within. Near 1 million burial monuments are here and tells unique stories of their times. Establishes in 14th century and a lot of kings, Sufis, saints, philosophers and warriors are buried here from 14th to 18th century time span. Thatta holds a special place in the pages of history because of its contribution towards culture, commerce, literature and old civilization. In 1300s, Ruling Samma community who use to bu...

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

31Jul

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Pakistan

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...