Peshawar is an Ancient city of South Asia, this city has witnessed different dynasties of the world. Peshawar used to be the capital of famous rulers, which includes Mughals, British, Sikhs, Buddhists. This city has everything to offer to tourists, it has rich culture, food, civilization, music, ethnic groups, Forts, Temples, Mosques, Bazars, Museums.
It has been rated as one of the most cultural city of the world by travelers around the world. Let us join me to explore this historical city.
8:00 Hotel
Peshawar is situated at a distance of 2 hours from islamabad, so the journey to peshawar will start at 8:00 am,thus to arrive peshawar around 10:00 am to start the tour.
Masjid Mahabat Khan khan is a Mughul Dynasty mosque of 17th century, it has a fascinating architecture of central Asian style having floor of white marble with tall minerets. This is one the fascinating monuments of Mughul Empire,this mosque was constructed during the time of Shah Jahan.
These markets were established during British Time, this market has all kinds of ornaments, old, new & ancient afghan Jewelery. Worth to see is meeting silver & gold smiths, Gemstone ring makers.
Initially it was called JS Hastings memorial he was a British official, latter it was named Chowk Yadgar in the memory of 1965 war Martyrs. This place is used for religious & political gatherings.
Cunnighum clock Tower was constructed in the memory of British Queen on her Diamond Jubilee ceremony in 1900.
The heritage trail project was initiated by the department of Archaeology to preserve the old buildings of of the city. Tourists will walk through this trail to have a glance at old mansions.
Sethi House belong to the famous Trading family of 19th century, the founder of Sethi Family constructed 12 houses in this street. Each mansion has got a fascinating architecture of central Asian & mughul. Sethi House Museum was purchased by the govt & now it's open for tourists.
Gor Ghatri is an Archealogical Complex, which has got 46 small cells, one Hindu Temple, à Mosque & Gardens. This site is also called Sarai Jahan Ara Begum means it used to be a Caravansarai in 17th century.
Though peshawar is famous for different kind of goods but lamb is it's specialty. We have many options
Lamb Bar-B-Q
Beef Pulao Rice
Sheikh Kebab
Chapli Kebab
Peshawar Museum is one of the best preserved museums of Pakistan, it has got the largest collection of Ghandahra civilization. There are around 14 k artifacts in the museum of Buddhist era.
This bazar is famous with the name of bazar of story tellers, there used to professional story tellers in the past, they used to share stories with the caravans staying in the Caravansarai.
All the group member will gather near outside Bala Hisar Fort to return to islamabad on Bus or private vehicle.
Near Bala Hisar fort
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Transportation
Accommodation
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Museum Ticket
Photography charges
I am available throughout the year often, otherwise incase of illness or any other reason.
Yes I can provide guiding services to other cities, if my transportation, accommodation, food cost is bore by the clients.
I can provide services in following cities.
Swat, Chitral, Hunza, Skardu, Islamabad, Lahore, Multan
It's a day tour, in summer the weather is hot & humid, winters are pleasant. The guests will need Hat, Sunglasses, female guests will have to abide by dress code, scarf on head & loose outfit. Avoid taking photograph of ladies. People are usually friendly & hospitable.The actual Tour time is about 7 hours this also includes 2 hours journey from Islamabad to Peshawar,the total time of the tour is around 5.5 hours as the lunch break will take 1.5 hours.