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Katas Raj Temples : Series of temples from time of Mahabharata

22Aug

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Pakistan

Katas Raj Temples : Series of temples from time of Mahabharata

CHAKWAL, PAKISTAN - Katas Raj Temples is a Hindu temple complex connecting several Hindu temples. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it exists since the days of Mahabaharta. The temple complex surrounds a pound named katas which Hindus regard as ''Sacred''. Katas means ''Crying Eyes''. They say that Shiva cried in grief when his consort died and He formed a lake with Shiv tears. The lake is called ''Amrit kund (Holy water)''. Where are the Katas Raj Temples? The katas Raj Temple complex is located near Kallar Kahar and at an altitude of 2,000 feet. Shri Katas Raj is located near the interchange for the town of kallar kahar off the M2 Motorway which links lslamabad to Lahore. The complex is located alongside the road that connects Kallar Kahar to Choa Saidan Shah near the ...

Pipeline track Ayubia: A blessing in the middle of forest

5Aug

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Pipeline track Ayubia: A blessing in the middle of forest

Intelligent infrastructure lasts for decades and preserving nature at the same time, charming views along with human convenient site tells the thought process of British architects beautifully AYUBIA, PAKISTAN - Galiyat are one of the favorite places in Pakistan. Beautiful views, pretty people, scrumptious food and a lot of picnic points that attract tourist all over the country. According to a safe calculation approximately 10 million people visit galiyat every year. One of the prominent and beautiful tracks is Ayubia Pipeline Track. Built in 1885 to 1890 to supply effective supply of water to area, Pipeline Track joins Ayubia and Donga Gali by a beautiful track of 4 kilometers. It declared Ayubia National Park in 1984. It is situated at the total height of 8000 ft. If someone is ...

Altit/Baltit Forts Hunza: A spectacular defense beacons now serves as charismatic edifices

3Aug

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Altit/Baltit Forts Hunza: A spectacular defense beacons now serves as charismatic edifices

Altit Fort a robust building facing natural as well as human destructions. While Baltit fort a calm, peaceful minaret of cultural diversity in the palms of Hunza. Undoubtedly Altit Fort is an architectural genius monument. It is the oldest building in the valley. Royal family use to live here, commonly known as Mir. Altit means "This Side Down" because it overshadows whole town by its presence. After 3 centuries residents moves in rather a big fort called Baltit Fort. Altit Baltit fort Hunza are the must visit places in this valley. view from Altit fort In 2011 UNESCO Declared this fort as Cultural Heritage Conservation. Most beautiful part of this fort is its scenic beauty and snow covered peaks. The most prominent religions in this region are Islam and Ismailism. In 15th ce...

Tamsui District: A beautiful Island with a touch of colonized colors

30Jul

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global

Tamsui District: A beautiful Island with a touch of colonized colors

Food, Culture, Economy or Rich History, Undoubtedly Tamsui District is small but a beautiful dish ready to serve at length TAMSUI, TAIWAN - One of the ancient but rather a new name for modern world Tamsui District situated in New Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China. City is known for beautiful sunsets, scrumptious food, rich culture and what not. Is is also known as Tan-sui, Dhanshui, Tamshui and Tamsoui. Tamsui Harbor However, now it is known as Tamsui that means Fresh Water. It has many names in the history. It was known as Hobe, Hobe' or Hobe village in 17th century. Hobe means Streams Mouth according to historians. In Spanish reign it was known as Casidor , besides Tamsuy and Tampsui in Dutch era. From 1950 to 2010, It was officially called Tamsui Towns...

Great Pyramids of Giza: A wonderous mystery yet to be solved

27Jul

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Global

Great Pyramids of Giza: A wonderous mystery yet to be solved

A unique limestone necropolis, once known as the sign of power and cruelty. Now an alone standing structure - Pyramids of Giza tell us the stories of miseries it has seen. CAIRO, EGYPT - Egypt, a historically rich country is famous for so many reasons. One is definitely the Great Pyramids of Giza. An approximately 3800 to 4600 years old structure in Cairo catches the eyes of tourists promptly. Its mysterious way of construction is still a question for so many historians, scientists, mathematicians and architects. It is safe to say that River Nile has more deep down secrets than any other river. It was the tallest building on earth for hundreds of years until Eiffel Tower took its place in 1889. Also See: Eiffel tower: revolutionary building embedded by symbol of love Pyramid ...