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Mohenjo Daro: Contemporary mode of living and headscratcher for archeologists

12Aug

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Culture

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

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Culture

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...

Khalid Bin Walid (R.A), wounded General with a crown of Jannah on His head

10Aug

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Islam

Khalid Bin Walid (R.A), wounded General with a crown of Jannah on His head

A symbol of bravery and velour, war tactics that one can only think of. A unique combination of ferocious and devotion. A tale of soldier who live for Allah, fought for Allah and died only for Allah. Who is Khalid Bin Walid (RA)? Khalid ibn al-Walid ibn al-Mughira al-Makhzumi was a bright son of the very prominent tribe Banu Makhzum, a supporting group of tribe Quraish and leading face of Arab. They are reason that Makkah became a business hub because of their commerce intuitive. Banu Makhzum known for their bravery and fighting skills all over the Arab. Makhzoom were against of Islam and they fought in Battle of of Badr and Uhud with all strengths. In the battle of Badr, around 50 members of Banu Makhzoom were killed. Then the new star rose named as Khalid Bin Walid. In Batt...

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

6Aug

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Culture

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...

Registan Square: Only monument keeping the old traditions in modern world

5Aug

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Global

Registan Square: Only monument keeping the old traditions in modern world

Registan square is undoubtedly an example to be followed by modern world. It gives you the depth of Modern Islamic School of thought. Registan Square Samarkand Uzbekistan a beautiful country in Central Asia hold a very rich set of history. One of the prominent tourist place is Registan Square located in Samarkand. Registan means "desert" or " sandy place" in English. Registan square is the most ancient building in region as well as it hold the record of oldest institute as well. Turco-Mongol king Timur built this in 14th century. This shows the diverse creativity of the king. Timur himself says "If you want to know about us, examine our buildings". Registan square definitely tells that Muslims of that time were keen to learn about Qur'an and science. Registan square is on...