Karez Irrigation in Balochistan

Posted on September 20, 2006
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Guest Post by S A J Shirazi The Karez system on irrigation is one of the traditional engineering wonders of Pakistan. West of Indus Plains and out of monsoon zone is Balochistan – the largest landmass in Pakistan with an area of 343,000 square kilometres. Balochistan is scarcely populated, mainly due to its daunting arid […]

Cultural Fusion at Mishri Mor Buss Adda

Posted on September 12, 2006
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Guest Post by S.A.J. Shirazi While travelling off the beaten track, not only you travel in soot free and serene environment but you explore new vistas too. Interesting things come in the way, which normally remain hidden from common commuters in the area. The journey on the byways embraces you with lovely colours, atmosphere, people […]

Pishin: Food, Fruit and History

Posted on August 31, 2006
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Guest Post by S A J Shirazi With Balochistan in the news, maybe we should also talk about the locale and the beauty of the area. Visit Pishin at this time of the year and you will find thousands of acres of fruit orchards. The rich harvest of apples, grapes, plums, peaches and apricots is […]

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