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Bhong Mosque: An constructional marvel in trifling city

16Nov

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Pakistan

Bhong Mosque: An constructional marvel in trifling city

Gesture of love and passion results in Bhong Mosque. But with the weird legends and amazing stories, it gets interesting and appealing to tourists all over the world. One example of love and passion is Bhong Mosque, Rahim Yar Khan. Bhong is a small village around 50 kilometers from main city Rahim Yar khan. A devotee name Late Rais Ghazi Mohammad who was the biggest landlord in the area. He started this project in 1932 with the aim to built one of the exquisite mosque in the history. He wants to build a establishment including a mosque, a madrassa and small rooms for students. It was his wish to dedicate this mosque to his love towards Islam and its teachings. https://twitter.com/MSafwanNaeem/status/1063374104617787393?s=20 He gathered artisans from both India and Pakistan. M...

Lowari Tunnel: Pakistan’s Longest Road Tunnel

13Nov

By Kino4 Comments

Pakistan

Lowari Tunnel: Pakistan’s Longest Road Tunnel

Lowari Tunnel is situated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. It is 8.5 kilometers (6.5 mi) under the Lowari Pass of the Hindu Kush Mountains. Snow Covered Old View of Lowari Tunnel Lowari Tunnel carries traffic on N45-National Highway, thus bypassing Lowari Pass. The tunnel is one of the longest tunnels in South Asia, and is the longest in Pakistan. The total cost of this tunnel was approximately ₨26.954 billion (US$170 million). The tunnel is superseding the 3.91 km (2.43 mi) Khojak Tunnel. It is partly completed in July 2017. The tunnel was ready to open for vehicles by late 2018. Map Location of Lowari Tunnel History In September 1975, it is constructed as railway tunnel. Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto inagurated it. Later, in 1976 it's construction wa...

Reko Diq Mine: Pakistan won the legal battle from Australia

10Nov

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

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Reko Diq Mine: Pakistan won the legal battle from Australia

Reko Diq is the biggest reservoir of copper and gold. The mine came into limelight after the famous dispute between Pakistan Government and Australia. Reko Diq Mine CHUGHAI, PAKISTAN - Baluchistan is blessed with the minerals treasures. But unfortunately it is still the poorest province of the country. A ray of hope arised when a mine was discovered in the area of Chughai name as Reko Diq. This mine contains reserves of copper and alluring gold. It represents one of the largest copper and gold reserves in the world having estimated reserves of 5.9 billion tones of low quality 0.41% copper and gold reserves amounting to 41.5 million oz. This is fifth largest mine in the world. You can find it in the south west part of Baluchistan. https://twitter.com/ThoraHannsPagly/status/...

Allama Iqbal: Facts you should know about Shayar e Mashriq

9Nov

By Aqsa Azam3 Comments

Pakistan

Allama Iqbal: Facts you should know about Shayar e Mashriq

Allama Iqbal is a Founder of the Khudi (I am ness) concept, spiritual father of Pakistan. His vision of Islam and freedom was so unique yet dynamic. On His birthday we want to pay homage to his ideology that helps Muslims of subcontinent to fight for their right. Allama Muhammad Iqbal born in 9th November 1877 in Sialkot. He was a special kid by birth. His father Noor Muhammad was a tailor by profession. He was not a rich person but a devoted Muslim by heart. His mother Imam Bibi was a housewife and a very pious lady. Little Iqbal got his religious instincts from his parents that lead him to more Devine paths of spirituality. He was a bright student but his father could not afford his education. So his uncle Atta Muhammad bear all the expenses of his education. https://twitter.co...

The Indus Blind Dolphin : Near to Extinction

7Nov

By Abdullah3 Comments

Pakistan

The Indus Blind Dolphin : Near to Extinction

The lower part of River Indus is home to the beautiful and rare specie of Dolphins. The population of these Indus blind dolphins however is decreasing drastically. Moving towards the lower part of the massive river Indus, you'd notice in the waters, one of the most rarest animals in the world 'The Indus Blind Dolphin'. This beautiful breed of Dolphins, is only found in Pakistan and is considered the second most endangered freshwater river dolphin. indus Dolphins are also known as 'Blind Dolphins'. This is because these dolphins have been surviving in muddy waters for millions of years now and evolution has caused them to lose their sight. The dolphins now use SONAR and echolocation to find their way and hunt. Another point that adds to the uniqueness of these dolphins swim ...