History

Pakistan Movement and the Challenge Today

February 7, 2010 · Leave a Comment

While there are many reasons for Pakistanis to complain and express their despair, maybe one thing we could all celebrate about on this year’s Pakistan Day is the rise in Pakistan’s literacy rate. Yes, despite the tightening of educational resources in Pakistan, the extraordinary voluntary efforts of concerned Pakistanis, as well as the human development programs have resulted in the highest growth in Pakistan’s literacy rate in a decade! Nations celebrate national days to rejoice and celebrate the fruits of freedom and progress. On March 23rd, also known as the Pakistan Day,... [Read the full story]

Architecture

Taxila museum

February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Construction of Taxila museum started in 1918, its foundation stone laid by Lord Chemsford, vicery of India in 1918. Construction was concluded in 1928 and the museum was opened for public by Sir Habibullah then the ministry for Education. Sir John Marshall who was going to be retired from the post of Director General of Archaeological survey of India in 1928, could not complete its original plan. The government of Pakistan constructed the northern gallery in 1998. There are 4000 objects displayed, including stone, stucco, terracotta, silver, gold, iron and semiprecious stones. Mainly the display... [Read the full story]

Culture

Historical, cultural background& geography of sindh

February 9, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Sindh is a repository of varied cultural values and has remained the seat of civilization and meeting point of diverse cultures from times immemorial. After Independence on August 14, 1947 with the influx of Muslims from India, its culture has progressively assumed a new complexion. Sindh’s cultural life has been shaped, to a large extent, by its comparative isolation in the past from the rest of the subcontinent. A long stretch of desert to its east and a mountainous terrain to the west served as barriers, while the Arabian Sea in the south and the Indus in the north prevented easy access. As... [Read the full story]

Travel Guides

Sialkot

February 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment

The city of Sialkot is considered to be one of the most historical cities in the sub-continent. The nostalgia and splendour ingrained in its aesthetic architecture is reminiscent of glorious times. Sialkot is known as the city of Iqbal who was born, and bred here. It is a city with a rich cultural, political, social and educational history with a diverse mix of people from varying walks and backgrounds. Sialkot is a city of culture and industry. It has seen times of bloody wars and has prospered in the golden ages of peace. Of late, the city of Sialkot has worn a new look with the newly laid roads,... [Read the full story]

Creative Art

Art Galleries in Pakistan

February 1, 2010 · Leave a Comment

With its culturally rich and energetic art scene, Pakistani art is now accepted and regarded as creative and highly animated all around the world, where ever art is appreciated and known with its expatriation. There are a lot of art galleries in the major cities of Pakistan displaying the works of internationally famous Pakistani artists as well as the budding lot of Pakistani artists. Here is a list of some of the famous art galleries in Pakistan where one can have a piece of real Pakistani art on display and for sale. Lahore Museum Art Gallery The Art gallery lies straight down the corridor... [Read the full story]

Cuisines

Shahi Seekh Kebab

February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Shahi Seekh Kebab Ingredients: Minced meat (beef meat) 1/2 kg Black Cardamoms 3 Back peppercorns crushed 1 1/2 tsp Cinnamon powder 1/2 tsp Coconut, grated 1 1/2 tsp Cream 2 tbsp (Zeera) Cumin Seeds 1 tsp Garlic paste 3 tsp Ginger paste 3 tsp Oil 2 tsp Besan (roasted) 3 tsp Javitiri powder 1/2 tsp Lemon juice 2 tbs Onion paste, light browned 3 tbsp Khus khus (poppy seeds) 2 tsp Red chili powder 1 tsp Yoghurt 2 tbsp Salt to taste Preparation: Mix mince with all other ingredients and 2 tsp of Habib Oil. Knead well for 10 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes. Wet hands with cold water and... [Read the full story]

Architecture

Taxila museum

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The Sindh Museum

The Sindh Museum is a museum located in Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan. The basic objective of establishing Museum was to collect, preserve, study, and exhibit the records of the cultural history of Sindh. The museum features the history and heritage of the Sindh and Indus Valley Civilization. Items from various ruling...

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The Peshawar Museum

The Peshawar Museum is a Museum situated in the historic city of Peshawar, North-West Frontier Province, Pakistan. Introduction Situated between the old Deans Hotel and the Old city, about five minutes walk from Jail Bridge and the Railway station.The museum currently has 14,101 items in the museum which range from...

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