Balochistan is the largest province of Pakistan, yet it has acquired an almost fabled status among many. The mention of Balochistan is almost immediately punctuated with facts about its rich natural resources, its ‘plunder’ and numerous other theories. Its beautiful landscapes, of which only a tiny bit have been captured in images, often leave one asking, “why has the world not seen this?” Quetta, Ziarat, Gwadar and Hub are the few places that have already been explored by people, largely for economic activity. Other than that the paranoia surrounding Balochistan is almost comparable to that of a foreigner visiting Pakistan for the very first time. So when the prospect of a trip to Jhal Magsi came up, there were no second thoughts, only nervous excitement. Text by Taimur Sikander, photos by Dawn.com