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Ziarat

Ziarat is a popular tourist destination for local tourists in the province of Balouchistan. It is located at 30° 22′ 51 N, 67° 43′ 37 E at an altitude of 2453 meters (8050 feet). Ziarat is famous for being the second largest Juniper forest in the world. It is a favourite point for local visitors to Quetta, as it is just 2 hours drive away from Quetta. Ziarat was the summer residence of the chief commissioner of Balochistan, and sanatorium for the European troops at Quetta: 8,850 ft (2,700 m). above the sea and 33 m. by cart-road from the railway.

Juniper forest
Junipers species Juniperus macropoda, Juniperous exceisa polycarpus or Pashthani Juniper are found in Ziarat districts and Zarghoon mount and some other mounted areas of Balochistan are regarded as second largest Juniper forests in the world, covering an area of about 247,000 acres (1,000 km2). Besides Junipars there many other flora & fauna found in the ecosystem including the Chakor partridge, bushes and ground flora which local people use these plants as indigenous treatments for a variety of diseases.

The junipers are considered to be the real treasure of Ziarat. There are trees in the valley which are more than 5000 to 7000 years old. In Ziarat a herb called Ephedra sinica is found in abundance from which a chemical called ephedrine is extracted, an important constituent of various medicines, especially cough syrups. When the snow falls in Ziarat's winter the juniper valley is at its most beautiful.

Chiltan Adventurers Association Balochistan is an old association from Ziarat doing different activities and promoting adventure activities in this area

Hotels in Ziarat
Ziarat has few local hotels, huts & Camping ares in the surrounding hills.

Tourist areas
Ziarat is home to the famous Ziarat residency where founder of nation Quaid e Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah lived and spent his last days of life, It is one of the main points to see the residency is made of wood and stone and has a beautiful architecture, representing the English architecture of 19th century.

Ziarat Residency
The Ziarat Residency was constructed in 1892. The whole building is a wooden structure beautifully designed and has great architectural importance. It was originally meant to be a sanatorium, for the British Army after the foundation of Pakistan it was converted into the summer residence for the Agent of the Governor General. The residency catches the tourists' attention due to its unique location and the wonderful hilly surroundings.

The weather in Ziarath is pleasant during summer but in winter the weather is severe cold. During summer time the apple and cherry gardens provide a pleasant view for tourists.

THE GORGES
Balochistan is an arid land which receives very low rainfall annually. But innumerable natural springs known as KAREZ and streams are found in most of the areas. There are more than a half dozen gorges around Ziarat formed by natrul karez spring water falling through narrow opening amongst the mountain rocks producing a dramatic effect. The famous gorges along the road to Ziarat are Chutair Tangi, Kahn Tangi, Kawas Tangi, Faran Tangi and the Sandman Tangi.

Tribes in Ziarat valley
The local residents of Ziarat are mainly Pashtoons (Kakar, and Dotani Dummer (Kakar). Among these Kakar is the largest tribe and 70% of the total of population. The area is mostly occupied by panezai or sarangzai tribes. Kakar is further divided into different kinds of sub casts including Panezai, Sarangzai, Yasinza, and Ahmadkhail. among these, Panezai, Yasinzai, Domer and Sarangzai constitute the highest population of the green valley of the Pashtoon belt. Demographically, Panezais are regarded as the most intelligent, education-oriented and highly developed people of Ziarat. This tribe is found in Kach, killi sardaran jungal bandat ahmaddon, Gogi, Kan, Wam, Kawas, Zindra, Cheena, and main Ziarat areas. On the other hand, Domar constitute as the greatest faction of the newly annexed Tehsil Sanjavi of Ziarat.

Shrines in Ziarat
The shrine of Baba Kharwari is 8 km from Ziarat town. A member of Sarang zai tribe, his name was Tahir. He became a disciple of Nana Sahib and a number of miracles are attributed to him. He is buried in a valley about 8 km from Ziarat. A large number of people visit his shrine and offer sacrifices in his memory. During the Eid festival, the tribesmen gather around the shrine and hold Kushti and marksmanship competitions.

The shrine of Nau Gaza Baba is 1 km from Ziarat town. It is surrounded by big graveyards. Nau Gaza Baba's real name was Kareemdad. He was a member of the 'Esakhail Sanerzai' tribe. When he died, his body became large by nine(Nau) yards(gaz)therefore people started to call him Nau Gaza Baba. Many people visit the shrine to pray.

After a seven-year gap, Pakistan is all set to witness military parade in full glory in capital Islamabad on Pakistan Day tomorrow (Monday). The parade will include exhibition of state of the art military weapons and salutes from the commandos of Special Services Group.

According to details, the Pakistan Day celebrations will begin with 21-gun salute after special prayers.

The parade will include national songs, a long tradition known to lift patriotic spirits. A special squad of women will also present the salute.

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) commandos will also join the army to put on an air show including fly-past and march-past. The parade will also feature salutes from men of Pakistan Navy, Frontier Constabulary and Strategic Plans Divisions squads.

Salutes from horse-riders, Mechanized Infantry Unit, Light Infantry Commando Battalion squad, Pakistan Army Aviation helicopters, MI17s, Cobra gunship helicopters will also be part of the parade.

Pakistan army’s missiles Ra’ad, Nasr, Tank Al Zarrar and Al-Khalid will also be part of the parade.

The flute reflecting cultures of all four provinces of Pakistan will also be part of the parade. The parade will also include local dance and cultural tunes.

President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain will oversee the parade as Supreme Commander.