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Asia’s Biggest Cross is established in Karachi, Pakistan

30Aug

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Asia’s Biggest Cross is established in Karachi, Pakistan

God's voice "Do Something Different" made Businessman to built a largest cross in city. An act of love and devotion is occurring in the Metropolitan. Undoubtedly a true face of secularism is bringing up to the world. Giant Christian Cross KARACHI, PAKISTAN - A business tycoon, Parvez Henry Gil took an initiative to built an Asia's Biggest Cross in the city. It edifices in the Gora Qabristan, Karachi. Commonly known as White man's Graveyard, has this honor to witness this historic monument. It inaugurated in August 2020. Gil's dream about to do something different lead him to make a difference in society. He established a cross in Muslim's Majority city as well as country. 140 feet tall (42.6 meters) crucifix put up in the only operational Christian graveyard. It is bullet pro...

26Aug

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Tomb of Ali Mardan Khan: Gesture for respect and loyalty

Mughal architecture for one of their trust worthy member, facing the fall of its beauty just likes Mughal dynasty. Tomb of Ali Mardan Khan holds a beautiful pages in the book of history and friendship. Ali Mardan Khan was the most reliable and honorable cabinet member of Shah Jahan in 17th century. He was born in Kurdish family and was on a very prominent position in Qandhar. He serves as governor in the Persia’s Safavid Dynasty, becoming the truthful companion of Shah Abbas. In 1629 Shah died and his grandson Shah Safi (Sam Shah) took over the kingdom. His first priority was to eliminate all the loyal associates. Ali mardan offers Qandhar to Mughal Empire for survival reasons in 1637. Shah jahan accepted the offer because mughals use to rule Qandhar in the reign of Jahangir as well. ...

Kashmiri Chai: Asian delicious delicacy of taste and tradition

24Aug

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Kashmiri Chai: Asian delicious delicacy of taste and tradition

Kashmiri chai holds a special place in Asian households. The creamy as well as salty unique taste makes it a special drink. Undoubtedly a healthy yet luscious cup of tea for all ages and occasions. Kashmiri chai also known as Noon chai that means salty tea. Since salt used in authentic recipe so traditionally it called as noon (salt) chai. Other names are Shir Chai, Gulabi chai, Pink tea. The color of tea is pink because of tea leaves used in it. Special Gunpowder Tea used in process of making this tea. As its names suggests Kashmiri tea originates from Kashmir valley. But it is popular in different states of world specially Asia. Pakistan, India, Nepal, Russia, China and few other countries has their own versions of same tea. https://twitter.com/chest_tea/status/142932996638...

Katas Raj Temples : Series of temples from time of Mahabharata

22Aug

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Katas Raj Temples : Series of temples from time of Mahabharata

CHAKWAL, PAKISTAN - Katas Raj Temples is a Hindu temple complex connecting several Hindu temples. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it exists since the days of Mahabaharta. The temple complex surrounds a pound named katas which Hindus regard as ''Sacred''. Katas means ''Crying Eyes''. They say that Shiva cried in grief when his consort died and He formed a lake with Shiv tears. The lake is called ''Amrit kund (Holy water)''. Where are the Katas Raj Temples? The katas Raj Temple complex is located near Kallar Kahar and at an altitude of 2,000 feet. Shri Katas Raj is located near the interchange for the town of kallar kahar off the M2 Motorway which links lslamabad to Lahore. The complex is located alongside the road that connects Kallar Kahar to Choa Saidan Shah near the ...

Malala Yousufzai asks countries to open borders for Afghanistan

17Aug

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Malala Yousufzai asks countries to open borders for Afghanistan

Nobel Prize Winner, Malala is seeking help for Afghanistan. She is concerned about women and minorities. Malala Yousufzai implores world leaders to accept Afghan refugees and open their borders. Pakistani Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Malala Yousafzai LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - Afghanistan has been a spectacle of chaos in recent days. With pictures and videos coming out of Kabul International Airport showing Afghan nationals desperate to flee the country. Some scenes were too heart-rending to witness. As three men pounded on roof tops and got themselves kill in process to board the plane by clinging on to the wheels. Amidst this tragic time, world is echoing with voices to help the calamity stricken Afghan people. And one of the most notable voice is of Pakistani Noble Peace laur...