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BIRD WATCHING AT
KEENJHAR LAKE
TOUR HIGH LIGHTS:
In the north east of Karachi
forming the end of the chain of the great lakes lies the beautiful fresh
water lakes of haleji and keenjhar in the district of thatta some forty
thousand birds including 70 species of waterfowl find refughe over here
during the winter months. these lakes can be regarded as one of the most
important wintering areas for waterfowls Eurasia, Flamingos, Pelicans,
Purple gallinules, Dunks, Coots, Herons, Pheasnts, Tailed Jacanas. To
name but a few can be observed undisturbed in their natural habitat.
Beside providing you with an excellent opportunity to bird watch. Over
tour will also allow you to explore the historical monuments of thatta and
chaukndi beautifully engraved sandstone on the graves the shahjehan mosque
of thatta built in the mid 17th century A.D.Has 99 domes and is
considered a master Pease of mughal architecture.
Best time November, December, January
Day 01: arrival at Karachi Airport and transfer to hotel. Karachi is the
largest and the most populous city of Pakistan presents an interesting
colorful combination of the old and new. The narrow to twisting lanes and
alleys of the old city throb with life along side wide metalled rods and
elegant modern buildings with in the city.Teleanted arisen with age-old
skills produced handicrafts of exquisite buti.Karachi offers a variety of
pleasant attraction. Wide sunny beaches deep sea fishing yachting golf and
horse racing all year around its restaurants cater a wide choice of
Pakistani and western cuisine. Its markets and bazaars offer an endless
Varity of exiting shopping including indigenous handicraft particularly
rugs and carpets of rare design and beauty. Karachi recorded history goes
back the 18th century when it was a small fishing village known
as kalachi-jo-Goth.With the development of its harbour it gradually grew
in to large city and an important center of trade and industry. Its
selection as capital of Pakistan in 1947 added to its importance and
accelerated its rate of a growth and development. Though the seat of
government shifted to Islamabad. Karachi still remains the center of
commerce and industry.Afternoon Sightseeingin Karachi includes Karachi
museum, Clifton beach, and bazaar.
Day 02: Drive to Keenjhar Lake. Enroute visit Makli Hill near Thatta town has an extensive necropolis said to contain more then one million grabs spread over an area of 15 ½ sq.Kms. Here in eternal sleep lie kings and queens. Saints and scholars, philosophers and solders of a by, Gone era, an era renowned for its culture and learning. The grave-stones and mausoleums at Makli for master pieces in stone carving and perforated stone work. Representing different eras and different dynasties. Distinguishable by the Style and their ornamentation. The monuments cover the summa period (14th to 16th centuries).the tar khan and arghun period (16th centuries).And The moghal period (16th to 18th centuries).After that visit Chaukundi.This Site of a graveyards that did back to the 16th to 18th centuries. The sand Stone tombs of these graves are exquisitely carved in relief with intricate motifs. the tomb slabs of women grave are embellished with design of jewellery, necklaces, earrings and rings while those of men bear horse and rider motifs as well as floral and abstract design. And also enroute visit bhanbore.This archaeological site sis believed to be the ancient port city of Debul which flourished in the 18th century A.D. It is also where Arab conqueror Muhammad bin qusaim first touched the shoreh of the sub continent in 712 A.D and where. After a firce battle with the then reigning Raja, the Arabs consolidated their hold for subsequent expansion.Bhanbore 64km form Karachi. Popular folklore has it that in the vicinity of bhanbore was the trysting-place of the star-crossed lovers, Sassi and Pannu, much celebrated in local story and song. And continue drive to keenjhar lake over night in hotel or camping.
Day 03: to Day 08 Bird watching at lake, boating, hiking, and Barbecue on the Iceland of the lake
Day 09: Drive back to Karachi over night in hotel, Evening free for shopping, and sightseen
Day 10: Transfer to Karachi airport to fly back to home
