Pakistan

Ditching the Guidebook: My First Trip to Northern Pakistan

March 28, 2010
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Within minutes I’m surrounded by local women from the village. Usually I can hold my own in Urdu conversation, but many of these women speak Burushaski, a language that is unrelated to any other language in Pakistan. Linguists class it as a ‘language isolate,’ and there are estimated to be some 87,000 speakers living in [...]

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Cargo Pickup and Customs Clearance at Lahore Airport

March 5, 2010
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If at all possible, avoid sending any luggage or cargo to the Lahore Airport in Pakistan. The hassle you’ll go through, the fees you’ll pay, and the time you’ll waste are only worth it for a large amount of cargo. While shopping in Thailand, I ended up with 10 kg of luggage over my weight [...]

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Authentic Pakistani Cuisine: Biryani Recipe

March 1, 2010
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I’m not sure if Pakistan has an official national dish, but I’d nominate biryani for that title any day. Biryani is a flavorsome rice dish that comes in many varieties and can be found throughout South Asia. In Pakistan, biryani is usually made with chicken and is very spicy. The word biryani comes from the [...]

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Health Care in Pakistan: What Can You Buy at the Local Pharmacy?

January 15, 2010
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(Feature Photo by D Sharon Pruitt) Several travelers have asked me about the availability of over the counter and prescription drugs in Pakistan. Pharmacies are easy to find in urban areas, and both over the counter and prescription medications are available without a doctor’s prescription. A visit to the pharmacy is quick; there is no [...]

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Best Areas to Live in Lahore, Pakistan

January 7, 2010
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After living in Lahore for over three years, I’ve seen many of the different areas. If I had to look for a new place to live, these are the areas I would focus on. I prefer quiet residential areas that are clean and generally not affected by political turmoil. Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Most foreigners [...]

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