Stories by Zulfiqar Ali Kalhoro

The author is an anthropologist and the head of the Development Studies department at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics, Islamabad, where he teaches anthropology, cultural heritage and tourism. He can be contacted at: zulfi04@hotmail.com

The thriving Shiva festival in Umarkot is a reminder of Sindh's Hindu heritage

This is one the biggest religious festivals in the country and this year it was attended by around 250,000 people. Published 27 Feb, 2018 05:30pm

Hazro: A small Pakistani town of mandirs and gurdwaras

This magnificent town in Potohar, Punjab is an open-air museum of history. Published 03 Nov, 2015 02:02pm

Narali: Exploring the pre-partition trade hub

I was drawn to Narali in Gujar Khan because it boasts of some of the most wonderful historical monuments in the country. Updated 09 Sep, 2015 06:14pm

Cave painting: Demons and depictions

Could a treasure of rock art found near Gadap possibly become a tourist attraction? Published 16 Aug, 2015 06:04am

Sangni Fort: A remnant of the Mughal era

Perched on hill overlooking two rivulets, this fort was built by the Mughals and then occupied by the Dogras. Published 25 Jul, 2015 05:18pm

The gurdwaras of Potohar: A missed opportunity for religious tourism

The Potoharis occupying these religious buildings have ensured that the paintings and inscriptions are not harmed. Updated 09 Sep, 2015 06:15pm

Shaikh Bhirkio: 'This saint is only mine'

Hindus and Muslims devotedly visit this shrine of Shaikh Bhirkio — an equal source of succour for them all. Updated 27 Jun, 2015 04:01pm

Gulyana: Punjab’s crumbling 900-year-old village

Buildings erected by Hindu and Sikh notables form the backdrop as oral historian Gulzar narrates their histories. Updated 20 Jun, 2015 03:59pm

The havelis of Potohar: Pakistan's opportunity to promote heritage tourism

These magnificently crafted buildings were once home to affluent Muslim, Hindu and Sikh notables. Published 13 Jun, 2015 03:51pm