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Gora Qabaristan, Karachi
The Gora Qabaristan (Urdu: ; also spelled as ''Gora Kabristan''), or Gora Cemetery, literally transliterated as ''White (man's) graveyard'' is Karachi, Pakistan's only operational Christian cemetery. History The original consecration of the Karachi Christian Cemetery was in 1845 during colonial rule but there is a tombstone set in the wall near the main gate of the cemetery bearing the date 1843. The graveyard covers an area of around 20 acres. After the independence in 1947, the British High Commission in Karachi invited the members of the various Christian bodies to form the Karachi Christian Cemeteries Board. Its official name is 'Maseehi Qabraistan' (meaning Christian Cemetery). There is some evidence that an even older Christian cemetery existed on Muhammad Ali Jinnah Road near an area known as Eidgah. Having fallen into disuse it has since been built over with commercial establishments. In May 2002, the mutilated body of American journalist Daniel Pearl was found in th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gora Kabristan, Lahore
The Gora Kabristan, also spelled Gora Qabristan and translated as 'white people's graveyard' (Punjabi language, Panjabi: /ਗੋਰਾ ਕਬਰਸਤਾਨ , Hindustani language, Hindi-Urdu-Hindustani: गोरा कबरसतान/ ), is one of the oldest Christianity, Christian burial grounds in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Location The graveyard is situated adjacent to Forman Christian College, in close proximity to the Lahore Gymkhana Club’s golf course on Jail Road and Zafar Ali Road. History It was developed after establishment of British Raj in the Punjab Region, Panjab Region as their primary Cemetery in Lahore. The name literally means the Gora (racial epithet), white graveyard. 'Gora'( ) is a term by Indo-Aryan peoples, Aryans to refer to pale colour, light skinned or white people. Therefore, a more accurate translation would be "white people's graveyard." The term is not always necessarily used in a derogatory manner. Notable interments Many notable personaliti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gora Qabristan, Peshawar
The Old Christian Cemetery, also known as Tehkal Cemetery, Gora Qabristan, or White people's cemetery, is a cemetery situated in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It dates from Victoria era times. History The Tehkal Cemetery, established in 1851, is at the Khyber Pass entrance. The cemetery, shaded by historic peepal, sheesham, and palm trees, contains marble crosses and diverse headstones that trace the city's history, notably highlighting British influence and losses in the region. It's also distinguished by a backdrop of the Khyber Hills and has evolved into a tourist destination, recognized in various travel guides. The cemetery reflects a diverse demographic that has contributed to the region's history, including British soldiers, civil administrators, and their families, along with businessmen, health professionals, and clergy. It is a repository of historical records pertaining to the Anglo-Afghan conflict. This is evidenced through the various tombstones of Britis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
