Fascinating Pakistan

14/11/2025

The scenic Skardu Airport- Every takeoff from Skardu feels like leaving a dream behind!

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13/11/2025

Chasing autumn dreams above Ghawari, Gilgit-Baltistan 🍂 One of those moments that remind you how small we are — and how beautiful the world can be Yasir Nisar

09/11/2025

Pakistan’s tourism sector continues to attract attention as seven ASEAN member countries met with Pakistan’s Investment Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh to discuss boosting investment and economic ties, particularly interest in the Pakistan’s tourism potential.

The ambassadors praised Pakistan’s investment potential and showed interest in collaborating in areas like tourism, food processing, and new industries.

08/11/2025

Pakistan and Sri Lanka are exploring a plan to connect their coastal destinations to promote marine tourism. The idea emerged during a meeting in Islamabad between Pakistan’s Maritime Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Sri Lankan Minister Bimal Niroshan Rathnayake late October 2025.

The talks follow Pakistan’s recent approval of its first international ferry license, linking the country with Iran and GCC states—a move seen as part of Pakistan’s broader effort to boost regional connectivity, tourism, and trade.

06/11/2025

Pakistan’s Chilgoza Pine Forest Restoration Project has received the UN World Restoration Flagship Award in Italy during the FAO’s 80th anniversary celebrations. The project (2018–2025), jointly implemented by the Ministry of Climate Change, provincial forest departments, and the FAO, focuses on restoring high-value Chilgoza forests across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan.

So far, 20% of degraded forest areas have been restored through community-led income activities like pine nut processing, generating over $25 million annually. The initiative has rehabilitated 3,800 hectares of forest, with further expansion supported by $3 million from the KP Forestry Department.

31/10/2025

Indo-Saracenic architecture is one of the most beautiful features of Pakistan’s heritage, blending Mughal, Hindu, and Islamic designs with British Victorian and Gothic elements. This unique fusion can be seen in the domes, arches, minaret-like towers, and intricate carvings that decorate many of our historic buildings. Made from red sandstone and local bricks, these structures symbolize both cultural pride and the spirit of progress during the colonial era.

Famous examples include the Lahore Museum, Aitchison College, Government College University, and Punjab University Old Campus in Lahore; Mohatta Palace, Frere Hall, and Hindu Gymkhana in Karachi; and Noor Mahal, Gulzar Mahal, and Central Library in Bahawalpur. Each of these landmarks beautifully reflects the harmony between Eastern and Western architectural traditions, making them timeless icons of Pakistan’s history and identity.

30/10/2025

Peshawar’s Qissa Khwani Bazaar:

Peshawar, the ancient capital of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, is home to one of its most iconic landmarks: Qissa Khwani Bazaar.

It is also called the Bazaar of Storytellers. Though developed and transformed over the centuries, this market is not just a shopping hub but echoes tales from centuries past.

Located in Peshawar’s old walled city, it’s a must-visit for anyone interested in South Asian heritage, Pashtun culture, and vibrant street life.

The bazaar dates back over 2,000 years-roughly having its roots in the Gandhara civilization and later flourishing as a key stop on the ancient Silk Road.

Caravans travelling from across Central Asia, India, and the Middle East would stop here, where they gathered in tea houses (qahwa khanas) to share epic stories, legends, and news.

Peshawar has been ruled by empires like the Persians, Greeks (under Alexander the Great), Mughals, Sikhs, and British, and Qissa Khwani reflects this melting pot.

Entering through Kabuli Gate, today’s Qissa Khwani is a winding alleyway packed with shops, stalls, and aromas that offers variety of stuff to visitors and buyers.

Here’s what the Bazaar offers:

• Traditional handicrafts: Intricately embroidered Pashtun shawls (chadars), wooden carvings, brassware, and gemstones.

• Spices and Dry Fruits: Famous for Afghan imports like pistachios, almonds, saffron, and exotic spices.

• Clothing and Jewelry: Colorful tribal jewelry, Peshawari chappals (leather sandals), and Pakol (embroidered caps).

• Authentic qahwa (green tea infused with cardamom and sometimes nuts) at historic tea houses or roadside stalls.

• Try chapli kebabs (spicy minced meat patties), samosas, or fresh naan from tandoors. Don’t miss the sweet treats like jalebi or halwa.

The bazaar is most crowded in evenings with the call to prayer from nearby mosques, haggling vendors, and the chatter of locals. It’s photogenic, surrounded with colonial-era architecture, and arched gateways.

Visit the bazaar early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat (Peshawar can get scorching in summer). Evenings are magical for the lights and cooler vibe.

Qissa Khwani Bazaar isn’t just a market; it’s a story in itself.

27/10/2025

From the cradle of civilization to the peaks that touch the heavens, Pakistan stands as a timeless bridge between history and nature. From the ancient ruins of Mohenjo-Daro on the Indus River to the serene monasteries echoing the teachings of Buddha, each stone whispers tales of humanity’s earliest quests for knowledge, art, and faith. The land where the Indus once nurtured the world’s first urban planners continues to preserve a legacy that shaped civilizations.

Rising northward, the journey meets the mighty Himalayas, guardians of Pakistan’s spiritual and natural majesty. Between these plains and peaks lie the Mughal mosques of Lahore, the Hindu temples of Sindh, and the Gandhara relics of Taxila—each reflecting the diverse soul of a nation born from centuries of cultural fusion. From Indus to Himalayas, Pakistan’s landscape tells the story of heritage, resilience, and beauty woven into every era of human history.

22/10/2025

20/10/2025

Fascinating Pakistan wishes a very Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating around the world!

May this season light up your life with happiness, love, and new beginnings.