Take a Trip to Pakistan’s Peshawar, the Land of the Pashtuns

Pakistan has always been a land of mystique and interest to the rest of the world, and planning a trip here would be a blessing. Not only because you will get to learn so much about a diverse  culture, but also because of the continuous political spectacle that it is subject to; you will also be able to dispel a number of myths about this beautiful place.

Peshawar, which is also known as the city of flowers is one of the most underrated places in the country and the scenic beauty and amazing things to do here will stump you the minute you set foot here. The Pashto speaking city of Pakistan is undoubtedly a place for the perfect holiday.

History and art

Trickled down from parts of Afghanistan and now lined by Kabul and Herat, Peshawar is the land of the Pashtuns. There is a beautiful city museum that you can go to and discover interesting things about the roots of this city. It has a huge collection of Gandharan art and was established in the year 1907, as a tribute to Queen Victoria. You will see a number of depictions of coins, jewellery, garments, weapons and other antique pieces of art form. The architectural intelligence used to build the entire city, like many other part of the country is impeccable.

Food

One thing you cannot miss on your trip to Peshawar is their mouth watering cuisine. There are a lot of slow roasted/cooked meats and vegetables; the flavours are typically strong and you may want to try small portions of food before you eat the entire thing, because it may be too spicy for you. However if you have a penchant for all things flavoursome, you have to try some of the most authentic Pashtun dishes such as Kabuli pulao, Pekhteh, Shami Kebab, roasted beef and lamb dishes such as shinwari tikka, biryani and so on. Typical breads include Naan, bolani and kuboos. There are various kinds of salads and yogurts that are served with the main course. However, if you feel homesick and want to have the regular food, that can be found too. Peshawar has a number of international food chains and you can eat cuisines from any part of the world.

Sightseeing

There are several amazing places that you can visit in Peshawar. You can visit the Bala Hissar Museum, the Kapoor Haveli, Sir Cunningham Clock Tower, the Sethi House Museum and the Mohabbat Khan Mosque besides other places. You will see that these places are not only fine examples of architecture, but also help you join the links to the history and culture of the place. If you are looking to have a good time with the entire family, you can head to places such as the Mini Zoo, Funland Family Park, Peshawar Zoo, and Shahi Bagh and so on.

Stay

You can find a number of budget as well as luxury hotels in Peshawar. Hotel Grand Peshawar, Pearl Continental, Emaraat Hotel and Taj Palace Hotel are some of the most luxurious properties you can find in Peshawar. You can also find budget hotel deals. If you plan ahead of your trip, you will be able to find the best hotel deals and discounts. Also check the weather and other conditions before packing your bags to Peshawar, Pakistan, due to obvious reasons. Just being well informed and aware of the surroundings can help you enjoy a truly memorable trip!

Shopping

There are a number of souk style markets in Peshawar and you can shop for different things here. From traditional clothes and jewellery to spices, you can find everything. You can take back memories form this place in the form of souvenirs. Meena Bazaar, Peshawar Pottery Bazaar and the Karkhanai Bazaar are some of the most famous market places in the region, and you will see that each shop has its own tale to tell here.