The best way to get acquainted with culture and traditions of Pakistan is to travel to the most famous cities and landmarks of the country. The city of Karachi is considered the cultural capital of the country. The city was founded in the 18th century and until 1959 Karachi was the administrative capital of the country. The majority of landmarks of the city can be seen during a walk on Mcleod Road and Bandar Road streets, which are home to the State Bank, the Royal Court, beautiful Lyari Waterfront, Mohatta Palace and Frere Hall. However, Mazar-e-Quaid (Jinnah Mausoleum) and Masjid-e-Tooba Mosque remain the most famous landmarks of the city. The mausoleum was built in honor of the founder of Pakistan - Mohammed Ali Jinnah. This is the most sacred landmark in the country.
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History and Entertainment
Pakistan is one of the oldest countries in the world. In the 3rd-2nd centuries BC, it was a center of the Harappa civilization. Later, these lands were conquered by the Aryans. The formation of the future state was significantly affected by conquests of Alexander the Great. In the 1st-2nd centuries AD, the Kushan Empire was formed. Today, it is officially recognized as a place where Buddhism was generated.
In the 8th century, Islam was disseminated here. In the 13th century, the empire came to the Mongol Empire. The powerful empire had existed for over 500 years and then was separated into several autonomous lands. In the 19th century, Pakistan saw the colonial period. Its entire territory became a part of British India. In the 30s of the last century, the liberation movement was established and succeeded in 1947.
The cuisine of Pakistan is a unique combination of the best culinary traditions of the East. The history of the country has contributed to an amazing …
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You can taste one of the popular meat dishes called samosa right in the streets. It is cooked and served in small street stalls. Char-grilled meat is rolled in flatbread and served with lettuce sometimes. Those who want to taste something exotic should order mutton with cottage cheese at one of the national restaurants.
Despite the fact that Pakistan appeared on the world map only recently, the country has deep historical roots. The mixing of indigenous cultures is …
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