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

Uch Sharif

February 10, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Uch Sharif is one of the beautiful historical sites in Pakistan. Located at the confluence of the Sutlej and Chenab, Uch Sharif is a wonderful tourist destination. Different historians have different views about the history of Uch Sharif, some say the town was there before the reign of Bikramajit. Uch Sharif was under the Hindu ruler before Alexander’s invasion. Uch Sharif is basically famous for various beautiful shrines and tombs. The beautiful shrines and tombs are what attract many tourists to Uch Sharif. Uch Sharif has been divided into three sections, which are named after three important... [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

Skardu

February 10, 2010 · Leave a Comment

If a mix of scenic beauty and adventure is what you are looking forward to on your tour to Pakistan, Skardu is the place to travel. The capital of Baltistan, Skardu is situated at a height of 2,438 metres above sea level. With wonderful views and the Karakoram Mountain Range in the backdrop, Skardu is one of the beautiful destinations in Pakistan. Well connected by air, Skardu is easily accessible. You can take a flight from Islamabad to reach Skardu. There are two benefits of travelling by air to Skardu. First, it saves a lot of time and the second; the air travel offers some stunning views of... [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

Uch Sharif

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Takht-I-Bahi

Takht-I-Bahi is another exciting historical site that you can visit on your tour to Pakistan. Located about 80 kilometres from Peshawar, Takht-I-Bahi has ruins of an ancient Buddhist monastery atop a hill. A French officer General Court in the court of Maharaja Ranjit Singh first mentioned about Takht-I-Bahi in 1836....

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Taxila museum

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...

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