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Explore Pakistan

Pakistan is a beautiful adventurous land with rich historical heritage, different culture, the hospitality of the people and the incomparable natural beauty fascinate thousands of visitors from all over the world every year. Explore Pakistan was created with an aim and idea to explore the natural beauty and promote tourism in Pakistan as well as spread knowledge related to tourism opportunities in Pakistan to the people from both inside and outside the country.

 Explore Pakistan encourage people to come and visit our spectacular country where people meat with the mountains. We highly assure you to the most fabulous visit in your life. We are working so hard to design and operate your visit with comfort and ease.

The National Bird of Pakistan

Chukar Partridge is the national bird of Pakistan. The Chukar found mostly in New Zealand and other European countries. Its native habitat is Pakistan, Kashmir, India and Afghanistan. It is closely related and resembles its western equivalent, the red-toed caterpillar, the Electors rufa. Choker is a 32-35 cm long bird, with a light brown waist, grey breasts and a leather belly. The face is white with a black face. It has striped stripes and red legs. When disturbed, it prefers to run rather than fly, but if needed, it flies a short distance on round wings. Bran prefers rocky, steep and open hills. Bran is a dry, open, and often mountainous country.

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Peshawar University

 Peshawar University is situated in lush green environment of the famous City of Flowers Peshawar besides the historical Islamia College Peshawar. It has vast green flowered surroundings and habitat that is very thoughtful and poetic for teaching and learning. 

Initially it was founded in early fifties, perhaps in 1950, in the vicinity of the leased area of Islamia College Peshawar with the intent of acquiring regular building for it in future. It gradually started and established many Centers of excellence like medical, biological, botanical, history and culture etc. Where one can get the utmost knowledge and degrees and doctorates.  Right from the day of its establishment it earned a good name in the list of highly famous universities of the country Pakistan.

Like other famous universities of the country it is headed by a Vice Chancellor mostly having doctorates in their fields of sciences and arts. Governor of the province is its honorary Chancellors who almost always took interest in its fabrication and development. The Chancellor of the university takes a pride to head the delegation or gathering in its green gardens. The pavements and road within nit are tarmac and cemented.  

On a visit one would see many young men and women in traditional uniforms and regular tribal clothes depicting their nature of studies. The months of admissions to various of its department are the occasions of rush to and fro the university. During the months of extra-curricular activities, the lawns and large grassy grounds around it are worth seeing. It harbors both genders of students taking part and watch the annual games organized by the administration of the university.

One of the spectacular things that can see is the transport facility run within the university for staff and students having a vast area traversing the university.

Apart from its greenery it harbors botanically gardens where trees of various verities go upwards and make the environment lush and green through the year. Even in cold weather of a autumn one can see ever green plants and trees in the university. To nurture the botanical gardens and trees the administration has employed many class-IV/malies who look after their duties very honestly. Annual day of Roses and Jasmin along with Gule-Dawoodi is a landmark of this university. People pay visits during those days in large number which show their interest in nature and natural environments. The green and then yellow oranges grown on ever green trees around major departments give a marvelous look and sight capturing.  

Of late we have 6 major faculties and 40 postgraduate departments in it. Wherein thousands of students are studying and upon completion of studies go forth to serve the nation.  Faculty of Chemistry and Physics are the unique ones. Besides the agricultural faculty the engineering faculty play an important role in creating qualified engineers for upbringing of the industry and architecture. The faculty of history is also the famous one. The Library it has is of the higher grade with thousands of famous historical and other books of science and arts. The students usually borrow books from this library in cases of their inability to purchase from open market where such books are rather cost and unavailable.

Apart from it has got 8 research centers that provide a cossy atmosphere to the students to make researches and get master and doctorates in their areas of choices. The university is known to be offering scholarships to the entitled students having exemplary status in studies. It also compels other departments to come forward and help students studying in this university and borrow their services in the time of their needs.

Peshawar university is regarded as the best one in the whole Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. However, in the time of its inception there were no other one university so it provided teaching and learning environments to local populace as well as the whole province. Mostly the university offer residential hostels to the distant students where the climate is very knowledge-friendly. The staff meant for controlling its residential accommodation is very disciplined.

The university has local bank branches, post office and other civic amenities at the door steps of the students. The administration is known to be stiving for its autonomous status to be self-financed self-propelled study center.  The student as well as the visits and parents like the Coffee shop where most of the items are fresh, hot and economical. The sitting areas is also wide and family fashioned. After the hectic studies when the sugar levels of most of the students is low, they visit coffee shop to replenish their energies on very economical price.

A few years back the administration delivered laptops to its student s studying in Masters in all of the disciplines. That activity was very fruitful for the students as well as parents in which they saved colossal expenditure and thus their socio-economic uplifted. The scheme is considered fruitful to all of its students in this era of sophistication of technology. It is learnt that sometimes the administration fees financial hardships in paying the  monthly salaries and pensions of the low-paid employees which is considered as alarming one for the province, the provincial administration through THE LEADERSHIP OF Chief Minister and Governor must give due importance to its issues and redress the grievances before it start retarding the teaching – learning processes.

The teaching learning procedure is very vital for the health and prosperity of the province and the nation as a whole. The issues and problems, if any in the university, must be resolved on priority basis so as to keep the sapling to nurture and prove fruitful for the nation later. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan is required to give due share to this university to run it on track and thwart derailing its efficacy. The good name it has earned so hardly, may cherish till late future of the nation. May Almighty ALLH keep this university highly esteemed and help keep its flag high in the horizon.

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Top Incredible Forts in Pakistan

Whether consider the archaeological reserves or call as the historical beauty, these top 10 forts of Pakistan are standing as architectural masterpieces with all their dignity. These top 10 forts of Pakistan play a vital role to rank Pakistan among the list of best tourist attractions worldwide. Here we are bringing you on an amusing journey to explore the infotainment hidden in the forts of Pakistan.

Remarkable Forts of Pakistan

1. Lahore Fort (Royal Fort)

The identity of the central city of Lahore and among the top forts of Pakistan, Royal Fort is located in the walled city in western corner. Commonly, it’s known as Shahi Qila which means royal fort. The present structure is attributed by Mughal emperor Akbar who rebuilt the fort in the 17th century. Its total area is over 20 hectares and the rules of Mughal, Sikh and British contributed to its development. Let’s talk about its existing structure which has two gates. One is Alamgiri Gate  which opens towards Badshahi Mosque, , built by Emperor Aurangzeb and Second is Maseeti or Masjidi Gate, built by Emperor Akbar which opens towards Masti Gate area of Lahore. Alamgiri Gate is used as the main entrance, whereas the second gate is completely dismissed for the passing.

Although, the entire fort has remarkable architecture, but its 3 famous portions are its highlights. The Sheesh Mehal is a palace of mirrors which is made of crystals and fine white marbles having a glamorous effect in its ceiling still in present times. Moreover, fort has 11 gates named as Sohail Gate, Shah Chandwali , Shishi , Kabuli, Langar Khani, Talaqi, Kashmiri, Khwas Khani, Gatali, Tulla Mori, Sar and Pipalwala Gate. Dewan-e-Khas is the place where emperors were used to deal with matters of the state. Whereas, Dewan-e-Am was dedicated to masses where they address emperors on social issues.

This monument is the reflection of Mughal’s great history of architecture. 1981 was the year when UNESCO privileged Lahore Fort as the part of world heritage.

2. Rohtas Fort

Located in Dina town, near the Jhelum city, Rohtas Fort is ranked among the top forts of Pakistan. It was built by king Sher Shah Suri, between 1540 to 1547 AD.. The actual purpose behind constructing this fort was to detach the strength of local tribes of Potohar called Gakhars. The King wanted to use the Rohtas Fort in war and yearned to save his rule. Regarding architecture, the fort is 5.2 km in its area which is beautifully surrounded by hills. On most of its parts, there is a fine work of ashlar stones.- Rohtas fort has 11 gates named as Sohail, Shah Chandwali, Langer Kahni, Kabuli, Shosho, Talarqi, KKhwas Khani, Gatali, Pipalwala, Mor and Sar Gate.

3. Altit Fort

In Hunza valley, Altit Fort is known for having a bird eye view of old famous Shahra-e-Resham. It is located in Karimabad. It’s considered that fort is around 900 years old which privileges it as the earliest monument of Gilgit-Baltistan. Royal garden and its famous paths, apricot, and orchard trees add much more attributes to the beauty of Altit Fort. Altit Fort has been a center of tourist attraction since 2007. Before this fort has been suffered from a great structural misery but with the collaboration of Government of Norway and Japan, Agha Khan Trust has rebuilt it and helped it to become a part of amazing tourism points in Hunza valley.

4. Baltit Fort

Baltit Fort is another famous fort located in Hunza valley, Gilgit Baltistan region. Baltit fort is known for its historical significance. Having its origins 700 years back, Baltit Fort is one of the most ancient monuments of the country.  -This fort has experienced many alterations and updates in its structure over the centuries. In the 16th century, the princess of Baltistan got married to the local prince and got this fort as a dedication of her dowry. Taking this fort as the wonderful tourist attraction, it’s a wooden and stone=structure built aside of Ultar Sar glacier. You can have view of the whole city of Karimabad from up here.

5. Derawar Fort

Derawar Fort is one of the forts of Pakistan which is in its good condition in the present times. This fort was the residence of the royal family of Bahawalpur, It is situated 48 Km from Dera Nawab Sahib, in city Bahawalpur. Having the circumference of 1,500 m, Derawar Fort is the largest fort Pakistan. Its walls are up to 30 meters high. Hindu Rajput, Rai Jajja Bhati of Jaisalmer built the fort in 9th-century ADs and were named as Dera Rawar Fort which later became Derawar.

6. Ranikot Fort

Kirthar mountain range is famous in Jamshoro District of Sindh which is home to Ranikot Fort. Its circumference of approximately 26 kilometers is the reason of being the largest fort in the world. Ranikot Fort is famous as the wall of Sindh. Due to its structural misery, it was reconstructed by Mir Karam Ali Khan Talpur and his brother Mir Murad Ali in 1812. A beautiful architecture with strategic structure indicates the competence of masterminds of that age.

7. Red Fort

Being situated alongside the Neelum River in Kashmir, a red fort is another ideal archaeological place having scenic beauty. Red Fort is also known as Muzaffarabad fort. It was built in 1646, hence famous as one of the most ancient forts of Pakistan. The awe-inspiring architecture reflects the expertise of constructors of that age. Red Fort looks an iconic part of scenery when it seems from its three sides which are beautifully surrounded by Neelum River.

8. Bala Hisar Fort

Among leading tourist attractions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Bala Hisar fort is situated in Peshawar. It was the residence of Afghan Kings in the early 19th century. The name Bala Hisar means the elevated high fort. Its artistic view of great architecture amuses visitors a lot.

Saidpur village Islamabad , Beautiful And Historical

Saidpur village is a Mughal era village and located near to the Margalla Hills road and the east of Daman e Koh , the most historical and beautiful places to visit in Islamabad

The Village has the footprints of various civilizations, including Gandhara, Greek, Buddist, Mughel, Ashoka and the colonial periods, and now serving as a poplar recreational spot for both local and Foreign Visitors and Tourists.

Saidpur named derived from sultan said khan, Son of sultan Sarang khan. Said khan gifted saidpur village to his daughter who was married to Mughal emperor Jahangir son of Mughal Emperor AKBAR. During the Mughal Period Saidpur Village was considered a garden resort and a perpetual spring provided water for drinking and for watering.

                                                               

History

During the Mughal era, Sultan Sarang Khan was the chief of Pothohar region, who named the village after his son, Sultan Said Khan. Later, the village was gifted to daughter of Said Khan who was married to to Mughal emperor Jahangir, at that time, the village has also been used as a garden resort. After that, A Hindu commander Raja Man Singh, constructed a number of ponds, now the village is also home to many Hindu temples that have been preserved.

Restaurant

Des Pardes Restaurant

They will do justice to their name and your expectations. The place has a great ambiance and provides great food and service. Make sure to give them a visit when you’re in Saidpur the next time. They serve the best Pakistani, BBQ, Asian, Middle Eastern, Halal, Vegetarian Friendly food at very responsible and good prices.

Dera Pakhtoon

This restaurant is a meat lover’s heaven. They offer a unique blend of Mughlai Cuisine with fine dining services; this is being done for the first time in Pakistan.
So if you’re interested in trying out the authentic recipes from centuries ago, Dera Pakhtoon is the place to go. They serve the most delicious lamb chops and tikka and their platters having whole lamb ribs, quails, Palau and Peshawar kebab will make your mouth water.

Andaaz Restaurant

Andaaz restaurant is very “artistically furnished” and the ambiance is very good too. They Also serve Pakistani, Asian, Middle Eastern, Balti, BBQ, Eastern European, Halal, vegetarian and non Vegetarian Friendly food at god prices and great services.

Pakistan is one of the top destinations in the world to explore. It is known as the “Land of Peaks” and the epic sceneries of the Northern Pakistan are totally phenomenal. Here are top places from the list of the most beautiful and historical places in Pakistan. 

Do You Know about The Top Historic Places in Pakistan

Pakistan is a country which is absolutely a gem for the tourists. The main reason is that it has got flavor for all types of tourists and beautiful locations, mountains, landscapes, large cities and the historic places can be witnessed here. The historical places in Pakistan dominate the entire arena because of its rich history and one of the oldest civilizations of this world had lived where Pakistan stands today.

Top Historic Places in Pakistan

The below mentioned is a well-crafted list of the top mighty historic places in the country:

Mohenjo-Daro

Mohenjo-Daro is probably the most attractive historic lace in the country which is famous all through the world. It is part of the Larkana District of the province of Sindh and it is just at the right bank of the mighty River Indus. The archeological ruins of the place take us back into the history till 3000BC. So, this makes it a 5000 years old city which is the oldest civilization known to man after the Chinese. It was also the urbanized and the largest civilization in South Asia. They were first discovered in the year 1922 but, it was the year 1965 when significant excavations were completed. Now, people come from all over the places to witness this historic site.

Lahore Fort and the Shalamar Gardens

These places in Lahore tell about the charismatic approach of the Mughal dynasty when it comes to making some really attention-grabbing beautiful constructions. They both are distinct places and the royal complexes of the unforgettable Mughal era. The Fort is very prominently located in the northwest part of the Lahore city which has been renovated several times all through its history. The Shalamar Gardens on the other side is the Royal Mughal Gardens with beautiful lawns, fountains and beautiful constructions. It was built by Shah Jahan in the year 1642.

Makli

Makli is actually a necropolis in the famous and the historic city of Thatta. The history of Makli dates back to the 14th century. People flock here from different parts of the country and even from outside Pakistan for witnessing the amazing mausoleums and the monuments in the country. The best thing about the place is that it is built with the use of some really top quality stone, glazed tiles and the bricks which represents the actual Sindh civilization of the time.

Baltit Fort

This is the top tourist place to visit in hunza. After residing in Altit Fort for many years, the Mirs of Hunza relocated to the newer Baltit Fort around 700 years ago. Over the centuries, this structure underwent countless restoration initiatives. It was completely renovated in the 16th century when the local prince married a Balti princess – whose dowry included contracting the services of craftsmen for the renovation of the building.

Once inside the fort’s premises, you can see an ancient cannon on display, as well as several other artifacts. Other interesting features displayed include the intricately carved bay windows and surprisingly modern stained-glass windows.

Takht-i-Bahi

The literal meaning of Takht-i-Bahi is the ‘spring throne’ which refers to the monastic complex of the Buddhists dating back to the 1st century BC. It is situated right up a 152 m hill and the place is about 16 km from Mardan city and some 80 odd km from the Peshawar city. It has four major parts which are its Stupas courts, monastic complex, tantric complex and a temple complex.

Taxila

Taxila is a great archeological site which is very much approachable and nearby the capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad. The history of this city takes us back to the Gandhara period and now it holds the ruins of that civilization. It used to be a very critical place in the history for the Hindus and the Buddhists. Further, it still is a great place for the visitors and also sacred for the people who follows Hinduism or Buddhism traditions.

Minar-e-Pakistan

The literal meaning of Minar-e-Pakistan is the ‘Tower of Pakistan’. It is situated right at the heart of Lahore city and it took about 8 years to complete in the year 1968. The history of this place is that the famous Lahore resolution in the year 1940 was passed at this location by the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam. It has huge gardens all around it and has become one of the finest historic tourist spots of Pakistan.

Rohtas Fort

This fort was actually built as a garrison by the then ruler of the area, Sher Shah Suri. It is located near Jhelum, Punjab at a distance of just about 15 km. This fort is loved by all because of its exceptional architecture and apart from this it also beautifully reflects the Islamic architecture of military. It was built with the help of architectural intelligence of the designers from the Indian subcontinent and Turkey. It has a very strategic location on top of hill which gave the then army good chance to protect themselves against the Ghakkars.

Badshahi Mosque

The Great Badshahi Mosque is one of the oldest mosques of the region which was built in the Mughal Era by the Great Emperor Aurangzeb. It was constructed in the year 1671 and today it is the second largest mosque in the country after Shah Faisal Mosque. It can accommodate as much as 100,000 worshippers at a time when all its halls and courtyards are occupied. It was till 1986, that this historic mosque was known as the largest mosque in the world. But, with Shah Faisal Masjid and several other mosques in the entire world were constructed which were bigger than this one. But, that doesn’t take away any credit from this mosque as it is still one of the most frequently visited historic places in Pakistan.

Islamia College

Islamia College is located in the historic city of Peshawar and it was established by Nawab Abdul Qayyum and George Kepel. It has great historic relevance as the idea here was to develop not only an educational building but also to give a platform for boosting the much needed political activities of the time. It is still in Peshawar and serving students with all the modern knowledge of the time. During the independence movement for Pakistan, Jinnah thrice visited this college to encourage the youth.

6 Things All Bus Travelers Must Know

Okay, this is no secret that travelling on the bus will definitely top the list of uncomfortable kind of road travel and we have listed down a 6 key things to make your travel slightly less agonizing. 

1. Choose Your Seat Wisely 

It sounds like a great idea to sit by the window, gazing out at the beautiful scenery and enjoying the ride, only it is sure to get real uncomfortable pretty soon in the journey. If you choose the seat by the aisle, you will get plenty of chances to save your legs from getting numb. 

       2.  Limit Your Fluid Intake 

Hydration is important for long road trips but when you’re travelling in a bus, be aware of the fact that the bus will only take scheduled stops and you can’t load up on juices and water.

        3. Pack a Snack

Even though most bus services come equipped with food and make stops at restaurants and shops, it’s always better to pack little snacks like peanuts, protein bars etc to save money when you get random hunger pangs out of boredom!

         4. Pack A Neck Cushion / Eye Mask

  A neck cushion will be your best friend on the trip, much better than the flimsy, little pillows that are provided to you on the journey. It’s not allowed to switch off all the lights in the bus and an eye mask is the other friend you need, to block out everybody and dream about your next adventure!

        5. Keep Yourself Entertained

How many of you have fallen victim to over friendly and over talkative passengers? Its great if you’re a chatter and don’t mind making conversations and take this as an experience. If not, do yourself a favour and pack your headphones, a book, and update your music library!

         6. Get Fresh Air

When your bus makes a stop, make sure you get off it and take in some fresh air! Believe you me, your mind needs it, your back needs it and your legs sure as hell need it! Happy travelling!

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Top Most Beautiful Valleys in Pakistan

Pakistan 

Natural Beauty attracts everyone, Pakistan is a beautiful country with the world most beautiful natural places, thousands of people from foreign countries come to visit them, Specially Kashmir and Northern areas of Pakistan have been always most visited beautiful places in Pakistan, This part of Pakistan has been always famous all around the world because of its awesome green valleys, High Mountains, beautiful lakes, beautiful rivers, healthy weather, and natural rich wildlife.

Hunza Valley

Hunza is a precipitous valley in Gilgit district. Hunza Valley is an another most delightful place in Pakistan. Consistently voyagers visit this place and catch the wonderful picturesque perspectives of this valley. There are such a significant number of spots in Hunza Valley that are renowned for their awesome scene.

Neelum Valley

Neelum valley is a standout amongst the most alluring spots for travelers because of its well known lavish greenery, springs, streams, lakes and uneven and messy mountains. Some of its acclaimed places like Athmuqam, Kutton Jagran, Karen, Neelum, Ratti Galli, Baboon, Noori top, Sharda, Sharda Fort, Sharda University (The Oldest University of Sub-Continent), Arrang Kel, Surgon, Halmet, Taobut and some more.

Swat Valley

Regardless of what individuals say, Swat has effectively caught such a significant number of hearts around the globe. Swat is notable as “scaled down Switzerland of Pakistan”. It has different vacation destinations, for example, Mahodand valley and lake, Ushu woodland, Kallam valley and some more. All these furnish swat with a beautiful wonder that makes Swat a brand in itself.

Kalash Valley

Kalash Valley is one of the real vacation spots in Pakistan. This valley has a notable foundation however its history has contentions. Kelash is really an extremely old Greek progress. The general population having a place with this progress are called ‘The Kelash’. Has a place with old clans and have their own religion and culture. This valley has a remarkable and astounding society. Individuals develop their homes with harsh formed logs. Individuals of Kalash are sprightly, they celebrates numerous celebrations like Uchal Festival, Phoo Festival and Chomos Festival. There are numerous alluring locales for going to.

Skardu Valley

Skardu is a town alongside Gilgit are the two noteworthy tourism trekking centers. Skardu is the excellent place in Pakistan that is gone to by vacationers each single year. There are such a significant number of going by focuses in Skardu that are exceptionally prevalent. Here is the Pakistan tourism is a rundown of wonderful picturesque focuses in Skardu.

Naran Kaghan Valley

Naran is a residential area in upper of Kaghan Valley. Naran is likewise a standout amongst the most picturesque town in Pakistan. It is the most wonderful place to visit in Pakistan. The delightful perspectives, waterways and lakes have awesome perspectives in Naran Valley.

Shandur Top

Situated in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Chitral region, Shandur Top is believed to be the most noteworthy polo ground on the planet. In spite of the fact that snow keeps the place shrouded in snow in winter, Shandur Top transforms into a lavish green landscape in summer. Each July, Shandur Polo Festival is held here and is an appreciation for sightseers and locals. It is hard to arrive in winters considering the substantial snowfall and tricky tracks, yet in summers guests utilize jeeps to achieve it.

Leepa Valley

Situated in Azad Kashmir, Leepa Valley is one of the real vacationer spots in Pakistan. Going through jeep from Reshian to Muzaffarabad is an exciting and entrancing knowledge for the sightseers everywhere throughout the world. Leepa Valley has 26 towns and all are encompassed by high mountain crests that adds to the picturesque magnificence of the place, influencing it to rank in the best ten valleys of Pakistan.

Hushe Valley

Discussing the way that the “excellence lies according to the viewer”, what captivates us the most are the mountains. Hushe Valley is the most excellent valley encompassed by amazingly lovely mountains, making the place known as “Paradise of Mountains”. It is renowned for trekking, and individuals from everywhere throughout the world, particularly from USA come to overcome the pinnacles of the Kingdom of Mountains.

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