Your Pakistan. Your perspective.
The places you return to. The people who make them special. The stories only someone who knows a place can tell.
If you live in Pakistan, this is your invitation to help others see it through your eyes. Share a local recommendation, an everyday discovery or an original photograph. You do not need to be a professional writer. Share your perspective
Small discoveries. Meaningful stories.
Share a local tip
A favourite breakfast spot, a walk you love, a family day out or a weekend escape worth making time for.Around 100–200 words. Tell us where it is, why you recommend it and one useful detail.
Send a recommendation →Tell your story
An old neighbourhood, a journey close to home, a family tradition or a person whose work deserves attention.Start with a short outline. You can send a full draft if you already have one.
Pitch your story →Share a photograph
Show us the Pakistan you notice: a landscape, a street scene, a craft, an ordinary moment beautifully observed.Share a viewing link, a caption, the general location and when you took it.
Introduce your photograph →You know your corner of Pakistan.
We want Pakistan Discoveries to reflect the people who live here, alongside the travellers passing through. A useful local tip can change someone’s weekend. A thoughtful story can change how they see a place. Whether you are in Karachi or Khaplu, Lahore or a village rarely found in a guidebook, we would love to hear what makes your area special. Graham Plowright & Aiden Ali Founders, Pakistan DiscoveriesShort contributions are welcome. If a piece needs translation, we will discuss that with you before publication.
One place, five local favourites.
Introduce your town through the places you return to. Five personal choices, a little local knowledge and a different way to discover Pakistan.
Eat
A favourite dish, café or breakfast spot. What would you order?Walk
A street, park or walking route. When is it at its best?Shop
A market, independent shop or craftsperson. What makes it worth a visit?Explore
A place you would show a visiting friend. What should they notice?Unwind
Where you slow down: a garden, a view, a quiet corner or a place to sit.What makes these places yours?
Tell us a little about yourself and your connection to the town. For each favourite, add the place name, why you choose it and one practical tip. Include approximate PKR costs, opening times or transport details only where you know them, and say when you last visited.English or Urdu welcome. Original photographs are a bonus. Selected editions will be developed with their contributors, with edits, permissions and credit agreed before publication.
Choose “Five local favourites” in the form, then list your Eat, Walk, Shop, Explore and Unwind choices in the idea box.
Let’s begin with your idea.
Tell us what you would like to share below. For photographs, add a viewable link to your own image or portfolio; please check its sharing permissions. We will request the original file if your contribution is selected.Use your own work, and obtain permission from anyone identifiable in a photograph. Include a general place name rather than a private address. If you own a business mentioned or have received a free stay, payment or other benefit, tell us. Please read our editorial policy and privacy policy. Your email is used to discuss your contribution; this form does not subscribe you to the newsletter.