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paulpingminho · 9 months

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#Miracle of Sravasti #Buddhist mythology #Gandharan art #carving #Lahore Museum #Lahore #Pakistan

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unsaid-ankahi · 1 year

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#FastingBhuddha #buddha #lahore #museum

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arjuna-vallabha · 1 year

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Athena from Gandhara, today at Lahore Museum

#Athena #goddess #gandhara #hellenic polytheism

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women-throughout-history · 3 months

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Maharani Jind Kaur

Maharani Jind Kaur, also known as Rani Jindan, was a significant figure in Sikh history, serving as the last queen of the Sikh Empire from 1843 to 1846. Born in 1817 in Gujranwala, she became the youngest wife of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the founder of the Sikh Empire. After Ranjit Singh's death in 1839, Jind Kaur took on the role of regent for her son, Maharaja Duleep Singh. Jind Kaur's reign as regent was marked by political turmoil and conflict with the British East India Company. In 1845, during the First Anglo-Sikh War, she dispatched the Sikh Army to confront the British, leading to the annexation of the entire Punjab in 1849. After her son's dethronement, she faced imprisonment and exile by the British. Despite challenges, Jind Kaur escaped captivity in 1849, disguising herself as a slave girl and finding refuge in Nepal. Her efforts to resist British dominance continued through correspondence with rebels in Punjab and Jammu-Kashmir. She later reunited with her son in Calcutta in 1861, influencing him to return to Sikhism. Jind Kaur's exile took a toll on her health, and she passed away in her sleep on August 1, 1863, in Kensington, England. Denied the opportunity to be cremated in Punjab, her ashes were eventually brought back to India in 1924 and reburied in the Samadhi of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in Lahore. Despite her challenging life and exile, Maharani Jind Kaur's legacy endures as a symbol of resilience and resistance against colonial rule. In 2009, a memorial plaque was unveiled at the Kensal Green Dissenters Chapel, honouring her contributions to Sikh history.

#sikh empire #jind kaur #mahrani jind kaur #maharaja duleep singh #duleep singh #history #women in history #indian women in history #colonialism #british imperialism #indian royalty

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food-is-yucky · 10 months

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i wonder what the fasting buddha at lahore museum’s ugw was

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galleryofunknowns · 2 years

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Attributed to August Schoefft (Hungarian, b.1809 - d.1888), 'Portrait of Lal Singh (d.1866) Vizier to the Maharaja Duleep Singh', oil on canvas, no date (1840s), painted in India or Europe (possibly Lahore or Budapest), for sale for est. 30,000 - 50,000 GBP in Christie's 'Art of the Islamic World', October, 2022.

Formerly in the collection of the Maharaja Duleep Singh (b.1838 - d.1893) then his daughter, Princess Bamba Jindan (b.1869 - d.1957); later, the Government of Pakistan in the Lahore Fort Museum, Pakistan.

#august schoefft #hungarian #known artist #known sitter #lal singh #duleep singh #oil on canvas #1840s #indian #pakistani #lahore #budapest #christies

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partialbirthabortion · 11 months

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Hey! Where did you visit in Pakistan? I'm going to live in Turkey for a few months next year and I have family friends visiting Karachi at the same time.. they invited me to fly there to meet up with them (they're originally from Karachi so familiar and can show me around) so I was thinking about doing that + being solo there for a bit. But I'm not very familiar culturally, I'm in my mid 20s and female, and my family friends were happy to invite me but sort of perplexed by my wanting to and essentially said it would be really challenging for any US tourist. I've been India before and that point will have also lived in Morocco for a few months.. but they have me feeling hesitant about it.. just wondering what your experience was like

Hey! This trip I was in Karachi, Islamabad and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa near the Afghan border, but I've also done Lahore, Mohenja-daro, Balochistan and also to Wagah for the border ceremony! Gilgit and Hunza Valley are on my list. I lived in Karachi for several years and graduated high school there, and my parents still live and work there, so I'm very culturally competent and my listening comprehension for Urdu is, like, passable enough especially once I've been back in the country for a few days; all this to say, my experience there is definitely different than yours will be! If you have spent significant time in Muslim-majority countries like Turkey and Morocco, and also have been to India, I think you are more likely to have a comfortable time than most. You'll frankly probably land and think, yeah this feels like South Asia but Muslim, and you'll have a good grasp pretty much right away.

Many people will stare at you. Many people will talk about you openly. Many people will ask for pictures with you or take pictures of you WITHOUT asking (for the record, I say yes to women and children and no to men without women or children around, because men will touch you in ways I KNOW are culturally taboo while taking a photo). There's no queuing culture and can be a lot of shoving. Traffic will feel tremendously hazardous. There are not very many women out and about in most places, especially outside of cities. Pakistan is very poor and petty theft is very common. You have probably experienced all of these things before and will be totally fine! People are very genuinely excited to meet you and are hugely hospitable. It can be a lot of fun and a really wonderful experience depending on your own risk tolerance.

I will say, having lived there, there just isn't a ton to do in Karachi besides eat. It's a desert on the ocean. It's incredibly hot, it's dirty, it's infrastructure is old and during monsoon sewage washes back onto the street. It's not a tourist city at all. If your family friends live in Defense, it will feel wealthier and more westernized, and if they live in KDA or Clifton, it will feel a little less so.

In Karachi I would suggest: The Mohatta Palace Museum, Empress Market (for the bazaar experience), one of those good barbecue places on the beach, Jinnah's tomb, renting a beach hut on one of the semi-private beaches for a day (and riding a camel or convincing a performer to let you hold a mongoose), Javed Nihari and if you do absolutely no other street food (which will often make you sick tbf), you HAVE to go to Yusuf Kebab and get a bun kebab special.

In Karachi I would AVOID: going to the public beach. Do NOT do this, if your family friends are Pakistani they might not guess how bad it gets, but do NOT go to the public beach as a foreign woman. I have been three times and was sexually assaulted all three times, and have never had it happen to me anywhere else in Pakistan. You draw an immediate big crowd and it gets really dodgy.

As for solo traveling, I have solo traveled in Lahore and it was great! It's feels like a grand Mughal city, a beautiful blend of architecture, historical sites, good food, and juuust enough tourist infrastructure to be accessible. I stayed in a hostel and had an amazing time, never felt unsafe, and liked some of my roommates so much we went out together several times. Islamabad is beautiful and very safe (crawling with foreigners) but it doesn't feel like the rest of Pakistan at all, and it can be really expensive. It's the only place I would suggest going into the mountains as a solo traveler (The Monal is an amazing mountain top restaurant) although I hear Hunza Valley can be okay during tourist season. Mohenja-daro would be totally fine but I don't know if they're open since the flooding earlier this year. You could do Wagah as a day trip from Lahore but it's a big time suck and there's nothing to do besides the very short border ceremony. I would definitely NOT go to KPK or Balochistan as a solo female.

#probably much longer than you wanted but I hope if you go you have a good time!!

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mercisnm · 2 years

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But returning pillaged art and treasure from World War II, as complicated as that can be, is still far less complex than unraveling colonial history. “You’re dealing with countries that existed when the object was acquired, but they may not exist now—and countries who we had trade agreements with that may have different export laws now,” Milosch says. “Provenance is very complex and people aren’t used to processing a chain of ownership. By the time you hit the second or third owner over time, the information can get more difficult to research. This is why I say it’s important that these things not be yanked out of museums, because at least people have access and can study them until we know for sure if they were looted.”

Article from 2017 was brought up in some facebook group on art nouveau (does this have anything to do with art nouveau? damn me if I know, I'd still read it in celebration of Elizabeth Windsor's death anyway)

I am amused by the writer's decision to cite "know for sure if they were looted" when just a couple of paragraphs prior they explained:

[...] “The richest, the most costly gem in the known world, has been committed to the trust of a profane, idolatrous and mercenary priesthood,” wrote one anonymous editorial. Its author urged the British East India Company to do whatever they could to keep track of the Koh-i-Noor, so that it might ultimately be theirs.

But the colonists were first forced to wait out a chaotic period of changing rulers. After Ranjit Singh’s death in 1839, the Punjabi throne passed between four different rulers over four years. At the end of the violent period, the only people left in line for the throne were a young boy, Duleep Singh, and his mother, Rani Jindan. And in 1849, after imprisoning Jindan, the British forced Duleep to sign a legal document amending the Treaty of Lahore, that required Duleep to give away the Koh-i-Noor and all claim to sovereignty. The boy was only 10 years old.

#what the heck do i even tag this #ding dong the witch is dead #elizabeth windsor #if your country has been fucked over by colonialism you might be entitled to compensation in form of crab rave memes over the crone's death #🦀🦀🦀🦀#if you country hasnt been fucked over by colonialism consider showing compassion by doing the same you are welcome to

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mybeingthere · 2 years

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Imran Qureshi, Pakistani, b. 1972

Born in Hyderabad, Qureshi lives and works in Lahore, Pakistan. He studied miniature painting at the National College of Arts in Lahore, where he now teaches the discipline. Considered one of Pakistan's most important artists, he has received international recognition for his site-specific installations that respond to architectural space, referencing the historical or political significance of the buildings that contain them.

These include Blessings Upon the Land of My Love, created in 2011 for the Sharjah Biennial, and They Shimmer Still, created for the Biennale of Sydney in 2012. In 2013, he created a large-scale, site-specific work for The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Roof Garden Commission in New York. The same year he was awarded the Deutsche Bank’s Artist of the Year and received his first solo exhibition in Europe at the Deutsche Bank Kunsthalle in Berlin.

https://ropac.net/artists/71-imran-qureshi/

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design2500 · 1 year

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所有的問題都是結構性問題，用第一性原理來找出答案。 • • • 🎎 #Asia #asian #Hanoi #toptags #Vietnam #Jakarta #Indonesia #Seoul #Korea #Manila #Philippines #Malaysia #Bangkok #Thailand #Shanghai #Hongkong #China #Singapore #Tokyo #Japan #Pakistan #India #NewDelhi #Mumbai #Lahore #Karachi （在東京都美術館　Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum） https://www.instagram.com/p/ClcWQyxhnK2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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haseebclicks · 2 years

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Bahria Town Grand Mosque Museum haseebclicks.tumblr.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #ShotOnRealMe #ShotOnRealMeX2 #ShotOnRealMeX2Pro #HaseebSohailPhotography #ExperiencePakistan #Pakistan · · · #islamicreminder #architecture_greatshots #quran #muslimah #archilovers #muslim #museums #islamicquotes #art #architecturephotography #islam #architecture #museum #islamic #architecturelovers (at Bahria Town Lahore) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ch-T7v7rQCl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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paulpingminho · 9 months

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#carving #lion #stone #architecture #Lahore Museum #Lahore #Pakistan

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emmaklee · 2 years

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Greco-Buddhist head of a king

first-second century

Lahore Museum

#portrait statuary #india

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dogandcatcomics · 2 years

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#repost @salman.toor Salman Toor (Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York, USA, b. Lahore, Pakistan, 1983-). Second image is Two Boys With a Dog, included in the "Any Distance Between Us" group show at the @risdmuseumvisit @risdmuseum (Providence, Rhode Island, USA) as curated by @stephentruax and @dominicmolon. Last image is detail from Eleventh Street, oil on canvas, exhibited at Toor's solo show at the @aicongallery Aicon Gallery in in New York in 2018. Note the plentiful canine representation.

#perro #dog #chien #hund #hond #dogs in art #animals in art #Pakistani artist #art Pakistan #bushwick #Bushwick artist #new york artist #brooklyn artist #queer art #queer artist #oil on canvas

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dranjanakalia · 2 days

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Why you should visit Pakistan?

Pakistan is a country in the Southeastern region of Asia. The country is filled with amazing landscapes, monuments, cultural and historical attractions. Also, many cities of Pakistan are showing promising developments and infrastructural growth. You can find a combination of bustling metropolis, natural landscapes, cultural, and historical landmarks in Pakistan. Today with the feasibility of services, you can easily get Cheap Flights London to Pakistan. Let's know more about Pakistan

Top Cities to Visit in Pakistan

The top cities to visit in Pakistan are:

Lahore

Lahore is the second largest city in Pakistan. It is the capital of Punjab in Pakistan. The city is filled with several gardens and parks; hence it has got the name City of Gardens in Pakistan. Some of the famous attractions in Lahore are: Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque, Shalimar Gardens, and Lahore Museum.

Islamabad

Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan. It is the perfect city that has a beautiful blend of bustling metropolis and traditional cultural landmarks. Also, the cultural diversity in Islamabad is unique and beautiful. You can visit the major attractions here, like Daman-e-Koh, Shah Faisal Mosque, Rawal Lake, Gurudwara Baba Dyall Single, Peer Sohawa, and Fateh Tower.

Karachi

Karachi is a bustling metropolis of Pakistan and is a beta-global city in the world. It is the largest city of Pakistan and is popularly known as the City of Lights because of the spectacularly vibrant nightlife here. The city is known to be awake all night. It is also known as the city of Quaid because it is the place of the founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. There are many attractions in Karachi that you can visit and you’ll love the cultural and food diversity in this city.

Multan

Multan is one of the oldest cities of Pakistan. It is a popular city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. The city dates back to 5000 years ago and hence is popularly known as the City of Saints. There are several attractions in the City of Multan, like Ghanta Ghar, Haram Gate, Van Agnews Monument, Qasim Bagh, and Lohari Gate.

How to find Cheap Flights from London to Pakistan?

Traveling can be an expensive affair if you fail to find Cheap Flights from London to Pakistan. Though finding cheap flights is not an easy task, here are some quick tips to crack the code and enjoy huge savings on your flight tickets to Pakistan.

Book in Advance

The thumb rule to book cheap flights is to book your tickets in advance. If you're traveling to Pakistan, book your tickets at least 2 months in advance to get the best prices and save a lot of money on your trip. Most airlines start releasing flight tickets for destinations 4-6 months in advance, so take advantage of this opportunity and practice the art of early booking.

Use Price Comparison Websites

The beauty of the internet cannot be overlooked and when the internet can help you save money on flight tickets, you must embrace it with open arms. Today, you can find several price comparison websites where you can compare the rates of your flight tickets of different airlines from London to Pakistan. So, utilize this opportunity and compare flight prices with different websites and airlines and book your flight ticket at cheaper prices today.

Keep Your Travel Dates Flexible

If you're a budget friendly traveler, it is ideal to keep your travel dates flexible. There are some periods where you get London to Pakistan flight tickets for extremely low rates. If you're flexible with your dates, you can plan your trip according to the sale periods of the airlines and save a lot of money on flight tickets.

Use Air Miles

Air Miles is a wonderful tool that you can put to use while traveling. Almost all airlines accept air miles and provide discounts based on the same. You can either use your air miles to get cheaper flight tickets from London to Pakistan or you can use it to upgrade your cabin class, whatever suits your needs.

Travel Off-Season

Another mantra to book cheap flights tickets from London to Pakistan is to travel during the off season. Most people prefer traveling to Pakistan during the winter months due to pleasant weather, but it is ideal to plan your trip during the shoulder month, like November to enjoy well and save lots of money on flight tickets.

Subscribe to Airline Newsletters

Every airline has their own time to release offers on flight tickets or sale periods. But, how will you get to know about these offers? The best way to know is subscribe to their newsletters or follow their social media handles. In this way, you can easily get news about the offers and sales on flight tickets and you can book cheap flight tickets from London to Pakistan accordingly.

Opt for Layover Flights

Yes, layover flights can be tiring for some people but if you're looking to save money on your flight tickets, layover flights are the best option because they will cost you much less than direct flights. Also, you can look at the bright side which is you get to spend time in the layover city and check out some of the attractions there, which is a blessing in disguise.

Choose Nearby Airports in London

There are several airports in London, of course, most flights from London to Pakistan fly from London Heathrow but you can get cheaper flight tickets when you book flights from other airports in London. It may seem surprising but it's true, your flight ticket prices change according to the airport you choose. So, check all parameters properly and then buy your tickets to enjoy more savings.

Book Round-trip Tickets

Most airlines offer great discounts when you book round trip tickets compared to one way tickets. So, to find cheap flight tickets from London to Pakistan, try booking round-trip tickets and enjoy great discounts.

Red-Eye Flights

Red-Eye Flights refer to flights that operate around midnight. These flights have the least demand so they come at a much cheaper price when compared to flights during the day time. Also, these flights are less crowded, which makes it even more feasible for the passengers. So, you can get cheaper flight tickets on red-eye flights from London to Pakistan.

Use Incognito Mode

Incognito Mode is the private browsing mode present in all browsers. When you book tickets on incognito mode, you can find that the flight ticket rates are comparatively cheaper as in this mode the airline website cannot use cookies to browse your history. So, whenever you book flight tickets from London to Pakistan, use the incognito mode on your browser to enjoy huge savings.

Opt for Budget-friendly Airlines

The prices of your flight tickets from London to Pakistan also differ according to the airlines. If you're not very keen on the airline services, then you can opt for a budget friendly airline, like Wizz Air Malta, to buy cheaper flight tickets. There are many budget-friendly airlines that operate flights from London to Pakistan, you can opt for any one of them.

Conclusion

Pakistan is a beautiful country that is known for its amazing history and culture. You can explore so many beautiful cities of Pakistan and their several cultural attractions, like museums and mosques. There are also several historical landmarks in Pakistan that all history lovers will love witnessing. You can easily get Cheap Flights London to Pakistan and enjoy the beautiful culture here. The spectacular nightlife and delicious food of Pakistan always invites tourists to come here multiple times and enjoy themselves thoroughly.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Which is the cheapest month to fly from London to Pakistan?

May is the cheapest month to fly from London to Pakistan because it is the off-peak season.

How many days are ideal to explore Pakistan?

If you want to explore all the major attractions and enjoy experiences in Pakistan, it is ideal to plan a trip of 1 month to Pakistan.

What is the duration of flight from London to Pakistan?

On an average, the duration of flights from London to Pakistan is 7 hours and 39 minutes.

Which is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Pakistan?

Wizz Air Malta is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Pakistan.

What are the major airports in Pakistan?

The major airports in Pakistan are:

Jinnah International Airport

Islamabad International Airport

Allama Iqbal International Airport

Bacha Khan International Airport

Multan International Airport.

What are the top cities to visit in Pakistan?

Lahore, Karachi, Multan, Peshawar, Faisalabad, Quetta, Gujranwala, Islamabad, and Sialkot are some of the top cities in Pakistan.

What are the airlines that fly in and out of Pakistan?

The major airlines that fly in and out of Pakistan are:

Saudia

Gulf Air

Airblue

Air Arabia

Flydubai

Serene Air.

Which airlines have direct flights from London to Pakistan?

British Airways and Pakistan International Airlines have direct flights from London to Pakistan.

Which is the most popular airline flying from London to Pakistan?

American Airlines is the most popular airline flying from London to Pakistan.

What is the frequency of flights from London to Pakistan?

Around 7 flights operate each week from London to Pakistan across different airlines. https://www.worldtourstore.co.uk/popular-flights/flight-pakistan 1

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ausnaphistoryblog · 5 days

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Picture taken from the history museum of Lahore. Showing an Indian being tied for execution by Cannon, by the British Empire Soldiers : r/interestingasfuck

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