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Mohenjo Daro: Contemporary mode of living and headscratcher for archeologists

12Aug

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

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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...

Things specifically not to do in Ghost Month

11Aug

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

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Things specifically not to do in Ghost Month

Asian Halloween or Hungry Ghost Month, A centuries old tradition followed in 7th lunar month. Undoubtedly an eccentric recital to give peace to their deceased ones. Following with the year of uninterrupted prosperity. Asians are indeed really emotional towards their ancient traditions. Some are followed for centuries. One of them is Ghost Month or Hungry Ghost Month. It is followed on 15th of 7th lunar month known as Ghost Day, besides the whole month referred as Ghost Month. In 2021 the ghost month starts from 8th of August and ends on September 6th. It is clashing with Father's day on 8th of August so according to numerology, two 8s makes it a lucky day. Other name of this tradition is Zhongyuan Festival in Taoism and Yulanpen Festival in Buddhism. The main essence of this festi...

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

6Aug

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

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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

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

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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...

Anarkali book Market: An underrated treasure stroked by Corona

13Jul

By Maru J3 Comments

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Anarkali book Market: An underrated treasure stroked by Corona

Anarkali - Highlight of Lahore for being one of a kind place for literary nerds and students LAHORE, PAKISTAN - Lahore is the most ancient city that may tells a lot of stories regarding rich culture, food, gigantic and historic paramount and most importantly its love for books and literature. A lot of famous and credential writers are from Lahore, also they definitely shape the face of content and storytelling. Anarkali old book market is one of the remains of glorified Lahore that stills shine like a leading lady. It is established in 1960s, by Sheikh Abdul Haq. Its backdrop is the famous Pak Tea House, historically home to the Progressive Writer’s Movement. The bazaar extends from across the café, all the way to the end of the street, to across Hafiz Juice Corner. I...