Karachi
Karachi is the capital city of Sindh province and the largest city of Pakistan. It is considered to be in the top populous cities in the world. You would find most of the companies head offices in Karachi. It used to be the capital of Pakistan which was replaced by Islamabad. Karachi had a high crime rate in the early 90’s but now it have dropped by 98 percent. So if is now quite safe to visit Karachi
Climate
Karachi is located on the coast so it has a mild climate with tropical climate having warm winters and hot summers. As it is on the coast you would experience nice wind, which makes it quite pleasant in the evening. The humidity level is high so perspiration rate is high as well from march to November.
Attractions
Mohatta Palace:
The Mohatta Palace is a must visit for anyone who is visiting Karachi for the first time, or is interested of knowing the rich life style of people from India and Pakistan. The palace is now a museum with an entry fee of 30 Rupees. The royal residence was worked in 1927 by Shivratan Chandraratan an industrialist in Karachi, who made his fortune from the assembling of palm olive cleanser.. The palace was designed by Agha Ahmed Hussain. The palace was the summer house of Shivratan, who then left at the time of partition. Surely this man was truly a man of good taste and high living standards. You would see tradition of stones palaces of Rajasthan, the combination of pink Jodhpur stones and yellow stones.
Frere Hall:
The best example of British architecture which was completed in October 1865. Frere Hall serves as a library and exhibition hall in Karachi. It is located in central Karachi in the area of Saddar town, near several consulates. Frere hall also has oil paintings by Sir Charles Pritchard, the hall has been an attraction for many tourists because of its association with the British rule in the sub-continent.
Mazar-e-Quaid
Mazar-e-Quaid is the final resting place of Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. Having a great importance to the people of Pakistan it is an attraction to many tourist as well. It is a very beautiful and peaceful place. The beautiful marbles are not hot on your feet even if you take of your shoes. Cameras are not allowed so cannot take any pictures.
Clifton Beach
Clifton beach is the most visited place of Karachi. You will mostly find it crowded, you would be able to see camels and horse rides being enjoyed by the people. People come with their families and enjoy the beach and the pleasant winds blowing.
Port Grand
Port grand is an open air upscale area for people to enjoy. One can say it is a cultural hub as it represent various culture and diversities. A lot of fun, entertainment, varieties of food and shopping is enjoyed by people you would come across many foreigners enjoying the diversity of cultures. You would see street food along the street and stalls selling items of different cultures. One should visit this it is indeed a great experience.
Cheap Flights to Karachi
Pia UK offers cheap flights to Karachi from all major UK airports. Direct flights are offered to Karachi twice a week. Pia UK offers competitive deals to its UK customers from all airports. Customer can now book cheap flights from Karachi to Manchester as well. Last minute offers are available from Birmingham to Karachi and Karachi to London Heathrow.