Everything You Need to Know About Takht-i-Bahi, A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Takht-i-Bahi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Pakistan, represents a significant archaeological relic of the ancient Buddhist civilization. This complex stands not only as a crucial cultural emblem for the country but also contributes to the global heritage, reflecting the rich tapestry of human history. UNESCO actively works to preserve invaluable sites of historic, cultural, […]
Rahim Yar Khan – One of the Oldest Heritage Sites of Pakistan
Rahim Yar Khan is a city in Pakistan’s Punjab province, known for its rich history and diverse culture. It’s a city that tells many stories through its ancient ruins, lively festivals, and welcoming people. It has been around for a very long time, with signs of ancient civilizations that lived there thousands of years ago. […]
15 Interesting Facts about Pakistan
Let’s explore the fascinating facts about Pakistan, an interesting and vibrant country with a rich and varied history. Pakistan is located in South Asia and is bordered by India, Afghanistan, Iran, and China. It boasts a population of over 200 million people, making it the world’s sixth most populous nation. Influenced by its surrounding nations […]
Shah Allah Ditta – A Tale of Mystical Caves in Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan. It is located in the Pothohar Plateau in the northern part of the country. It is also called the Islamabad Capital Territory. Due to its location at the intersection between the North West Frontier Province and Rawalpindi, this region has a considerable historical impact. Islamabad is home to many […]
Top 7 Haunted Places in Pakistan
A Haunted Story Your neighbours next door have finally shut down the racket they were making. Their baby’s crying has died down into peaceful snores and everything is calm and cosy. You are walking down the street in a place so sound and still at night, you can practically hear the leaves rustling with the […]
Hammal and Mahganj
Hammal and Mahganj is a Baluchi folk tale which portrays one man’s sacrifice for his religion and his people. The Historic Port of Kalmat Ruled by Sardar Jaihand On the coast of Makran, there is a very old port called ‘Kalmat’. It was quite famous in Baluchistan due to its greenery. The ruler of […]
Ali Mardan Khan and the Lamia
A Pakistani Folk Tale about Ali Mardan Khan Folk tales are stories that for centuries have been preserved orally, being handed down generation after generation, as there was no other means of safekeeping them. Folk tales are not only entertaining and engaging, but they are an invaluable method to pass along traditions, reiterate cultural and […]
70 Decades Old Shah Allah Ditta Village and Buddhist Caves
Shah Allah Ditta Village: A Picturesque Historical Place Strikingly, the old village is titled after a well known Mughal Dervish Shah Allah Ditta and holds a significant presence for its evergreen historical background and beauty that overflows like a river. The age of this village is over seven hundred years and it has been utilized […]
Wonders of Pakistan Showcased at Google Cultural Institute
The Google Cultural Institute In 2011 Google initiated this highly interactive forum which is providing people all over the world the opportunity to digitally preserve their cultural heritage for the future generations as well as to reach out to a wider audience. The institute has a collection of around six million objects from over a […]
Regional Cultural Festival – Kabul in Karachi
Regional Cultural Festival in Karachi Caravanserai, a regional cultural festival traveled from Kabul to Karachi on Saturday March 26, 2016 at the Beach Luxury Hotel with a peaceful and quiet gathering. Purpose of the Festival Regional cultural festival was initially planned to be held in Kabul, the historic capital of Afghanistan. It was organized with […]
Pay a Tribute to the Water Carriers of Pakistan by Taking Part in Heritage Photo Contest 2015
Silk Road Centre & Nestle Pakistan Organize the 3rd Heritage Photo Contest After the success of the competitions held in 2013 & 2014, this year Silk Road Centre collaborates with Nestle to hold yet another unique edition. The Silk Road Centre is an organization whose aim is to develop and promote culture, education and the […]
Noor Mahal of Bahawalpur
Noor Mahal (the Palace of Light) is situated in Bhawalpur, which is the 12th largest city of Pakistan and was once the capital of the Princely State of Bahawalpur. A It is one of the few palaces that we can find in our country. It was built in 1875, taking three years to complete. There […]