Why visit Pakistan? (part 8)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 8)

17: It’s a Meccas for many extreme sports

For genuine experience, visit Pakistan. 

In case you’re a mountain climber, a stone climber, a paraglider, or some other kind of outrageous game competitor, at that point, you’ve most likely longed for visiting Pakistan as of now. Because of plenty of unexplored unsettled areas and relative anonymity, Pakistan gives a definitive test to many… 

K2 is the second most elevated mountain on the planet and gets a fraction of the number of climbers that Everest does.

A significant number of the peaks in the Karakoram haven’t endeavored at this point, which implies they are as yet anonymous. For peak baggers, there is an unlimited quantity of first-summits in Pakistan. 

Rock climbing, wilderness boating, and different games are beginning to create in Pakistan. It is just a short time before the Karakoram become as renowned as the Alps or Himalaya. Plan a visit to Pakistan while it’s as yet raw! 

18: It’s eccentric and exotic

There is no place else like Pakistan. 

Pakistani culture is so not quite the same as some others that I’ve at any point experienced – they’re inviting, exceptional, glad, and somewhat wacky, all simultaneously. There were such a significant number of occurrences where I left stupified by how unique this country is. 

I cherished the over-the-top buses that drive on the Karakoram. I altogether appreciated strolling among the absolute craziest and ludicrous mountains on the planet. The more significant part of all, I was humbled when meeting local people and becoming familiar with their life in Pakistan. 

It isn’t very likely to visit Pakistan without being intrigued sooner or later. This nation hits you with everything it has and leaves you simply stunned. I left Pakistan a significantly extraordinary individual, and I believe that everybody who visits will feel a similar way.

Why visit Pakistan? (part 7)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 7)

14: The Mughal Architecture 

The Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque are two of the most amazing structures in Asia and are incredible to visit. Both of these structures look practically like a fantasy. While I was visiting them, I envisioned I was in Aladdin. 

There are more Mughal structures in Pakistan, including Rohtas Fort, the Tomb of Jahangir, and Shalimar Gardens. Visit them all in the event that you get the opportunity. 

15: There’s a lot of beaches

Individuals regularly envision Pakistan to be an unadulterated desert or overly sloping – they overlook that it imparts an outskirt to the Arabian Sea as well! 

There is more than 1000 km of coastline in Pakistan, and its vast majority is vacant. Envision desert seashores with scarcely any improvement and just the waves to battle with. There are ocean stacks, curves, white bluffs, and fine sand, all of which seems like the ideal seashore to me. 

Indeed, a ton of Pakistan’s coastline is untouchable since it is a piece of Balochistan. Balochistan is a semi-self-governing ancestral zone. 

The seashores outside of Karachi are generally excellent, however – delightful and well known with local people. You’ll find a good pace progressively fun side of Pakistani culture. 

16: Clothing of Pakistanis is comfortable

One of my friend on tour chose to go out and get himself a shalwar outfit. We as a whole giggled at how ludicrous he looked however he would, at last, get the last snicker… 

The vast majority of us selected to wear stiff pants for the outing on the long transport rides.

In the meantime, this person was having a great time. He likewise managed to win the most Pakistani hearts during the trip. Honestly, I envy him as I didn’t get an outfit either… Poor me!

I wish I had got one.

Why visit Pakistan? (part 6)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 6)

12: There have been untouched communities

Kalash is famous as one of the most popular communities. This tribe, within Chitral’s province, is Dardic indigenous people’s very distinct tribe, once thought to get descended from the soldiers from the army of the Alexander The Great – deserters that disappeared in the hills as well as now living in legend.

Here, people practice their beliefs related to religions and are extra fond of colorful festivals. Also, women are treated the same as men in terms of rights, and people appreciate libations more than many Pakistanis usually do.

It is possible to visit the people of Kalash at the moment when you like. You only need to reach out to one local tour operator from Pakistan, and they will be able to organize everything for you. Great?

13: The hash is considered some of the world’s best

It is not legal for any Muslims to drink in this country, yet it is legal for you as a foreigner, as well as local Christians, to savor a beer or two. Here, there is even one Pakistani brewery that is set up for such a purpose.

You may not drink when in Pakistan, favoring instead to savor the extremely good-grade hashish, which you can easily find throughout most of this country. Hashish is one crucial part of the culture of Pakistanis, and, while illegal, a lot of Pakistanis enjoy one cheeky smoke while they are watching the sunset paint their mountains in the beautiful shades of orange, red, as well as gold.

14: The Mughal Architecture

You see, the Mughals were considered one of the best dynasties of the Indian Subcontinent as well as building plenty of famous monuments such as the Taj Mahal as well as Red Fort in India. Do not forget to see them!

Why visit Pakistan? (part 5)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 5)

10: Its food is incredible

The food in Pakistan is just spectacular – spicy, rich, sweet, and more. There are savory curries, fresh fruits, grilled skewered meats, biryanis, etc. here.

There were some times while you are traveling in Pakistan that you go out of your way to look for the best possible morsels. You see, Lahore has fantastic (and spicy!) dishes, particularly on Food Street. We want to recommend to you as well that just about everyone visits Haveli Restaurant. Yet, the best Pakistani food which you may ever have is at one roadside stop outside of Narran – here, the karhais are just so damn great.

11: Multi-cultural awesomeness

Ceremonies, Festivals, weddings, and parties…

This country tends to be mentioned in the media as being one place of religious intolerance. It is far from true – here, you can find Muslims, Hindus, as well as Christians living side by side in a lot of cities.

Here, the ethnicity is diverse, too. People from the East tend to be more Punjabi, and the West tends to be more Aryan (like Iran). Also, the North tends to be more Turkic. There are even various tribal groups still living – they are mostly undisturbed, within some remote parts of the country…

Traveling in Pakistan is getting assaulted from all sides by tastes, new colors, sights, and smells. You will truly feel like you are getting back to the adventuring raw spirit, and you will be fascinated by the numerous colorful characters you meet upon your travels here.

12: There are still untouched communities

Do you know The Man Who Would Be King epic? The hidden hill tribes of Pakistan and Afghanistan indeed partly inspire it. In the film, two British ex-soldiers go to one remote part of Hindu Kush, searching for glory and treasure. 

Why visit Pakistan? (part 4)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 4)

8: Traveling here can be cheap

It is one of the cheapest nations you may have been to. You can visit here on a budget of about $100 a week – it will cover food, transport, accommodation, and many awesome activities.

If you make Pakistani friends, they may insist on treating you to anything. Pakistanis are often generous, and although we may try on a lot of occasions to pay for dinner, your hosts may not allow it.

Accommodation here can be quite expensive, yet there are multiple places that you can camp. Also, finding a couchsurfing host is easy. Make sure you pack the tent if you desire to save money on accommodation.

Trying to organize your solo adventure tours here can be quite a hassle. For example – it may be pretty easy to visit Everest through one trek in Nepal, but K2 requires far more logistics. Owing to the bureaucracy and costs, many visitors will probably eventually be part of one organized tour in Pakistan.

9: Your Fantastic Treks

This country has some of the best trekking in the world, even better than Nepal. A multitude of treks are genuinely stunning; you can do there in Pakistan – from multi-week expeditions to simple day treks. Not all, even the laziest of backpackers may have the chance to appreciate some genuinely stunning terrain.

As you are backpacking in Pakistan, you can go on a few stunning treks, for instance, a hike to Fairy Meadows – the legendary one where you can spend about three days soaking in the stunning views of Nanga Parbat, the ninth highest mountain in the world. You can also have the spot entirely to yourself in the low-season, and you may need to trek through waist-deep snow for being there. It is a peaceful, unique place.

Why visit Pakistan? (part 3)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 3)

5: It was the British Raj’s part

Pakistan has been one part of the British Empire for a while. That is why English has been widely taught in schools as well as being often the functional language for all business as well as political dealings. For people on a tour of Pakistan, they can feel free to communicate with the locals.

That said, it pays to pick up a little Urdu. People here will be impressed when hearing you speak it. Usually, they will show you with huge smiles and compliments. 

6: Its Silk Road

To visit Pakistan means stepping back into history’s pages. Marco Polo was among the first European explorers to deal with The Silk Road – it is known as one ancient trade route which spanned the Orient, connecting the Roman Empire’s treasuries to China’s Imperial Dynasties.

At the heart of the trade route lies the Karakoram – one pivotal crossroad between Central Asia, The Indian Subcontinent, and The Middle East. 

Today, the Karakoram Highway runs the country’s length and offers stunning views, great motorbike adventures and the opportunity to follow in the history’s footsteps.

7: Drive on the world’s highest road

The Karakoram Highway is famous as one high-altitude road which links Pakistan to China. Notably, it is the world’s highest paved road and Pakistan’s economy’s vital artery. Trucks keep following this route and transporting items between the Asia countries.

Not all, the Karakoram Highway is breathtaking! You see, the road itself directs straight through the mountains’ heart and offers their unrivaled views. You will be able to see Rakaposhi, the Khunjerab border, and the Passu Cones, all without leaving your car!

In general, a tour on KKH of Pakistan should be on the bucket-list of any motorist. It has been one of the most outstanding roads ever.

Why visit Pakistan? (part 2)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 2)

2: Great Landscapes

It should be the most beautiful country in the world.

Even the most illiterate readers of the map may know that this country is well known for its mountains, rivers, forests, valleys, and glaciers. It has more than the fair share of wondrous tourism and sites.

Five of fourteen highest peaks in the world, inclusive of the famed K2, are seen in Pakistan. If you like climbing or trekking, this country should be your next destination.

We have traveled to many countries, and we can safely say that this one is the most beautiful we have ever visited. Many unclimbed peaks are waiting for you to conquer.

3: Nothing is impossible in Pakistan

The chances are, while you are in Lahore, word will get out that one backpacker is visiting and, before you know it, you have been invited to one exclusive party that is held in the middle of nowhere,

You will pass one small army, prove you are on the guest list. Then, you will be into a crazy party. An international DJ, many young, rich and beautiful people, trippy lights as well as energizers to keep you going.

4: It is safe

Undeniably, Pakistan sometimes becomes hit by terrorist attacks, yet, right now, countries around the world are probably fair game. While the media feeds on prejudice, you should not allow yourself to be influenced.

People here are anti-Taliban and willing to do anything to keep you safe and sound at all costs.

You may be assigned one police escort. It does not need to mean you are in danger. But it means the police branch here desires to keep you safe.

You may find yourself to have some bodyguards. You can make friends with them fast even though they do not speak English.

Why visit Pakistan? (part 1)

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Why visit Pakistan? (part 1)

Have you traveled in Pakistan? When you first told your Mum that you planned to travel to this country as part of your hitchhiking adventure over The Middle East, was she somewhat skeptical? She may be wondering why you will visit Pakistan. Pakistan is usually portrayed as one of the war-torn hellholes. Yet…

Visiting this country is a unique experience. It is probably frustrating, life-changing, enlightening, and surprising. It is the ultimate destination for your backpacking, and if you are one avid fan of a real adventure, you should travel here.

The reasons are:

1: Its people are amazing

Plus, they wish you to enjoy Pakistan.

People here are undoubtedly the kind, welcoming, and hospitable folk that you have ever met. From Lahore’s bustling streets to Hunza’s quaint mountain towns, every time local persons spot you, you will, without fail, get rewarded with a big grin and usually an invitation to dinner. You may lose count of the number of cups of free chai that you drink yet it may be a lot.

There may be occasions that one kindly man invites you to visit his family from a small mountainous village, and you may want to stay for long there – trekking on the nearby glaciers as well as playing cricket with others. If you are lucky enough, you will make many friends on your travels, yet the friendships you get in Pakistan may be among the most genuine you have ever made. People here are simply warm-hearted.

You will be able to couch surf your way around the country, getting welcomed into many homes of strangers who will always insist on feeding you like a king as well as showing you around their local town. You will not be able to wait to come back to see your many friends again.

Shehbaz Sharif can probably be held in court’s contempt if Nawaz Sharif fails to return to the nation

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Shehbaz Sharif can probably be held in court’s contempt if Nawaz Sharif fails to return to the nation

Reportedly, Shehbaz Sharif can probably be held in court’s contempt if Nawaz Sharif fails to return to the nation, said Farogh Naseem – Federal Law Minister, on Tuesday. 

The minister of law held the press conference once he was asked regarding the verdict of LHC (Lahore High Court), where the government was directed to get rid of the name of Nawaz from the ECL. 

“They failed to accept the bond of indemnity, but they acknowledged the undertaking,” he said.

Responding to a question, Naseem told that the LHC had issued the interim order associated with Nawaz’s name’s removal from the ECL.

According to Farogh, “the court has said no to appeals against the interim orders.” Shehbaz can be held in the court’s contempt if Nawaz did not come back to the nation as he had promised.

Nawaz comes abroad for treatment

Reportedly, the former prime minister has left for the UK on Tuesday through an air ambulance that arrived at about 8:30 am from Lahore Airport. It has Qatar as the first destination. Then, it will continue the journey to London.

There are seven people with Nawaz. There include Shehbaz – his brother and Dr. Adnan – his physician.

Earlier, while sharing with a morning show in “Geo Pakistan”, Marriyum Aurangzeb – PML-N spokesperson told that doctors had conducted the medical test in the morning.

“His treatment might have begun now if he had left half a month earlier. People will take him to America as well,” the spokesperson said, 

Verdict of LHC 

Last week the LHC directed the government to eliminate the name of Nawaz Sharif from the ECL (Exit Control List) without any conditions for four weeks.

Earlier, this LHC has called the admissible plea in terms of getting rid of the name of Sharif – the former premier from the ECL.

900 HIV-positive children were reused by syringes by doctors

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900 HIV-positive children were reused by syringes by doctors

Nearly 900 children in a Pakistani city test positive for HIV after a pediatrician reuses an infected syringe.

About 200 adults have also tested positive for the virus since the outbreak in Ratodero broke out in April.

Health officials fear the actual number of people infected with HIV could be much higher, as less than a quarter of the 200,000 city residents tested so far.

Doctor checking for children

The outbreak of HIV infection is thought to have originated from Muzaffar Ghanghro, a pediatrician who reused infected needles. He was arrested on charges of negligence and manslaughter after patients accused him of repeatedly reusing syringes.

Imtiaz Jalbani, a father of six children treated by a pediatrician, told the New York Times that Dr. Ghanghro had collected an old needle from the bin for use with his 6-year-old son. He was later diagnosed with HIV positive. When Jalbani denounced it, the doctor said the father was too poor to pay for a new needle. Jalbani four children all tested positive for HIV and the two youngest died.

Another parent with three children who became infected with HIV after being treated by Dr. Ghanghro told Reuters that the doctor used the same infected needle for 50 children.

Dr. Ghanghro has not yet been convicted, though the law refuses to bail people accused of reusing syringes. He is currently a family doctor at a public hospital on the outskirts of the city after renewing his medical certificate. He denied all accusations and asserted his innocence.

Although the initial investigation by police and health officials concluded that the main cause of the HIV transmission was due to Dr. Ganguro negligence and carelessness, officials said that this was not the case. sole cause.

Not only did Ratodero doctors reuse syringes, but barbers also used the same razor for many customers and roadside dentists pulled out patients with disinfected instruments. These have led to an increase in the number of HIV infections.

At present, there is a limited awareness of Pakistani people about HIV virus, and many people are concerned that the disease can be transmitted through casual contact. Nearly 900 children living with HIV were shunned by their friends and forced to sit in isolation at school. Some parents said they fear the virus will spread through physical contact with their children.

Lack of knowledge about HIV / AIDS is not uncommon in communities across Pakistan. In Pakistan, the number of HIV infections has doubled since 2010 to 160,000.

According to a joint United Nations program on HIV and AIDS, there are currently about 600,000 unqualified doctors operating illegally in the country, 270,000 of them in Sindh province, where the city of Ratodero is located.

The Pakistani government has responded to this crisis by closing the doors of illegal doctors and blood banks. But as media attention diminished, some clinics began to reopen.