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Money Exchangers

Money Exchangers, Karachi

 4 Reviews  The Pakistani currency is Rupee. It is advisable to get local currency before you buy stuff in the city's store especially if you are buying small items that you need to pay cash. Stop by and... 

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Embassies

Embassies, Karachi

 2 Reviews  Here are the contact details (year 2007) of some consulates and high commissions that are located in Karachi: AUSTRALIA: http://www.pakistan.embassy.gov.au/ 2-a/1, St 20, Phase 5, Defence... 

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Sea View

 3 Reviews  One day, my dad brought me to the beach (which was empty for some reason..) But they were a few horses led by a man. My dad asked him if I could ride. SO..I got on the horse, bareback, got at the end... 

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Jinnah Int. Airport

Jinnah Int. Airport, Karachi

 csordila Says:  Karachi Airport is very far from the city center and modern housing societies in the city. So, you must keep in the mind the factor of Traffic and this much far... 

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Polish Connection

Polish Connection, Karachi

 besal Says:  During WWII, Karachi played host to approx. 30,000 Polish refugees deported from East Poland due to the conflict that gripped Europe. In our Christian cemetery,... 

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General tips

General tips, Karachi

 RussiaOnline Says:  Of course it's safe for an American or anybody else to visit Karachi/Pakistan. Even if you have any other color hair, even if you wear something other than... 

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Health Care in Karachi

Health Care in Karachi, Karachi

 Aghani Says:  Karachi with a population of 15+M people sprawls over a very large area. It never feels like a congested city. It has evry thing " Sktscrappers, wide roads (400... 

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Life in Karachi

Life in Karachi, Karachi

 imranthetrekker Says:  Hi Gori ji,That's a very wise decesion and you'll definitely enjoy the life in Karachi, it's the city of lights and a very lively atmosphere.Language, that's... 

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Walking Distance activities from PC & Sheraton

Walking Distance activities from PC & Sheraton, Karachi

 Bokhari76 Says:  Karachi's three Major hotels Pearl Continental, Sheraton & Marriot are situated in an area called PIDC. Following places are on walking distance from these... 

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Telecomunications

Telecomunications, Karachi

 explore_discover Says:  Cellular Phone Service is among the cheapest in Pakistan comparing to any country. All it takes you have dual or tri band GSM Cell Phone, (if its locked then it... 

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Transit airport hotel

Transit airport hotel, Karachi

 SLLiew Says:  Stayed at Hotel Midway House near the airport, courtesy of Pakistan International Airlines.It was Sunday the next day and so I could not send my postcard of... 

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First time into Pakistan

First time into Pakistan, Karachi

 SLLiew Says:  When we stepped out of the airport hotel, we were thinking of getting a taxi into Karachi for a quick look.Immediately, we were swarmed by beggars. A lady... 

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Wastage of time at petrol pumps

Wastage of time at petrol pumps, Karachi

 sarwarghouri Says:  There are many many petorl pumps for filling petrol and CNG in your cars but due to heavy rush of traffic it is clear that karachi is the city of traffics and... 

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Mangho Pir's Shrine

Mangho Pir's Shrine, Karachi

 Pakistaniguy Says:  Locted 16 kilometers north of Karachi is the shrine of Saint Mangho, which stand below a masjid built on a rocky hillock. There are nuerous legends connected... 

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Golden Rule

Golden Rule, Karachi

 Imbi Says:  It does not matter what gender you are always cover your whole body while you are in Karachi. It is also not very clever to swim or lie down near beaches... 

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Taxi Driver at airport

Taxi Driver at airport, Karachi

 Imbi Says:  When arriving at Karachi airport be careful with annoying taxi drivers who will test your tolerance up to a height. This could be very agitating, as despite you... 

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liquor

liquor, Karachi

 Imbi Says:  liquor is not for sale on public places. its only available from hotels.liquor is prohibited in public places and Pakistani private clubs, home entertaining has... 

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you must go to the local...

you must go to the local..., Karachi

 malibu_ally Says:  you must go to the local 'punjab food market' and read the local 'pakistan inquirere' and have a little chuckle while you sing along to ' dill dill pakistan'... 

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Book your plane ticket back...

Book your plane ticket back..., Karachi

 Gnome Says:  Book your plane ticket back out as soon as you can.... Watching the sunset over Karachi as the Singapore Airlines stewardess poured some champagne for me, as... 

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meet person every time i m here

meet person every time i m here, Karachi

 muhammadnazim Says:  dosti k geet gaayenge*hum....tum*khud ki duniya basayenge*hum....tum*jo diye bhuj jaayenge;hawa; se..unko bech kar*philips*ke..sever lag 

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Love ones..

Love ones.., Karachi

 Briteyes55_65 Says:  Hmmm my favorite thing about karachi. The new friends I made. Food..: ). Seeing a different culture is alway great. New friends. And yes the taxi rides..: ) 

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Clubs

Clubs, Karachi

 Imbi Says:  Most of the social and athletic clubs allow foreigners to join on a temporary or non-voting basis, but a sponsor is necessary for membership. 

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Take in the local craft...

Take in the local craft..., Karachi

 shayghc Says:  Take in the local craft workers. Best buys I can remember were things like onyx chess sets, jewellery boxes and the like. It was facinating watching the guys... 

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Karachi Karachi Port Trust...

Karachi Karachi Port Trust..., Karachi

 nishat Says:  Karachi Karachi Port Trust building with Kemari over head bridge 

Top 3 Hotels in Karachi

Avari Towers Karachi

 5 Reviews and 45 Opinions  My family stayed here for 2 nights. Everything was perfect. I love Karachi and this hotel added to... 

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Sheraton Karachi Hotel

 12 Reviews and 43 Opinions  Known as the one of the international hotel in Pakistan, Sheraton Karachi Hotel is the first five... 

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Marriott Karachi

 4 Reviews and 24 Opinions  The Marriott Hotel in Karachi is a recently renovated 5-star property. The beds are the most... 

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Q:  Where is the best place to find 'starving artist' paintings in Karachi? I am also looking in particular, for oil painting... 

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A: There are several art shops around KArachi. Tariq Comemrcial Area there are several small shops which are selling various art forms you can find. IN addition you... 

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Karachi ~ Over the edge!

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 Hearing that one is going to Karachi gives one a serious “karach-itch”, and brings in multitude of negative response from ones well wishers, and prayers for the journey. I saw an old Lonely Planet’s... 

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Karachi an Unpredictable city

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 This metropolitan city of Karachi was until 1725 A.D. just a barren piece of land , washed on three sides by the blue waters of the Arabian Sea. A few fishermen lived in a small huts on the sunny... 

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CITY OF LIGHTS

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  INTRODUCTION "One day she will be the Queen of the East", said Charles Napier a hundred year ago about Karachi. It was then only a small village. Today Karachi bursts upon the visitor as a vast... 

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Sensory Overload - Karachi

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 I was invited together with my fiance John and 2 friends of mine to attend a wedding in Karachi. This was our first trip to Pakistan and certainly was a great experience! After booking our flights...... 

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Faiza & Ifrah's Southern Sindh Province

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 We had a nice transit at Karachi in August and had a blast on and off the road in the company of relatives and family friends under supervision of guide. For those who tend to get 'trapped' in Karachi... 

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