KARACHI(Sindh) TO GADANI(Balochistan):

This time it was the much awaited tour of Gadani. Here initial plan included the visit to the ship breaking yard (which is the world's third largest ship breaking facility available) as well, but due to some commitment this time I could only cover the beach and the tourist spot at Gadani. The place was very beautiful, the locals were quite friendly and welcoming.

1. Journey:

This is the map of the followed route.

Gaddani at first look...

  

The calm sea, the boat's emptiness, the reflection in the sea and the cool breeze, all perfect things at the perfect time and place.

A beautiful shell...

Well the guitar matched with the sandy beach...

A holy dip in the morning by a Hindu devotee.

Abdul Malik, a self proclaimed Lifeguard at the "Gaddani Beach". He has been living there for 25 long years. He related the tale of the "250 lost Dolphins" which miraculously appeared at the Gaddani Beach and all of them were saved and sent back to the deep sea by the local fishermen. (http://www.nation.com.pk/pakistan-news-newspaper-daily-english-online/karachi/10-Mar-2009/WWF-cites-reasons-of-dolphins-stranding-at-Gadani-beach)

A light moment with the local kids.

Empty ships have always been a great source for splendid shots.

"Boats, like whiskey, are all good."  -R.D. (Pete) Culler

Indeed a beautiful sight. The rocks colour, the high tides and the bird in the centre. Everything was just magnificent.

"Look deep into the nature and then you will understand everything better".

This picture speaks for itself. 

2. Team:

Well it was only me this time. As a wise man once said, "There are always flowers for those who want to see them".

KARACHI(Sindh) TO ORMARA(Balochistan):

Our first journey was from Karachi to Ormara (Balochistan). During this beautiful journey we explored a number of beautiful places including Ormara, Hingol National Park, Nani Mandir, Kund Malir and Winder. We went through Hub, Winder, Zero Point, Liari, Hingol, Nani Mandir, Kund Malir and Finally reached our destination Ormara.

1. Journey:

This is the map of the route we followed from Karachi to Ormara.

Towards Hub.

Towards Zero Point.

Towards Gawadar Port. @Zero Point, Balochistan.

Makran Coastal Highway. @Liari, Balochistan.

On Makran Coastal Highway, everybody was busy enjoying the scenery when I found the opportunity to take this shot.

Just short of Hingol River. @Hingol National Park, Balochistan.

He really was living the moment to the fullest. @10Km North of Makran Coastal Highway, Hingol River Bridge.

 Towards Hinglaj Mandir.
 P.S. Look at the scenery...

  
Mahraj Gopaal Giri. He was the caretaker and the pandit in "Hinglaj Devi Mandir", he gave the group a detailed version of the events which led to the formation of this Mandir.

The only eatery so far. It was more like a "Truck Wala Dhabba", it just gave us a glimpse of an oasis in the desert, so everyone jumped out their cars and ordered what they could.  

Back on track @Makran Coastal Highway.

Another Magnificent view.

Where the Desert meet the Sea. The most beautiful place so far. @Kund Malir, Balochistan.
                   

Our destination. @Jinnah Naval Base, Ormara, Balochistan.

 An ordinary sunset at an extraordinary place. @Ormara, Balochistan.
                   

Nature - The Greatest Artist of Them All. @Jinnah Naval Base, Ormara, Balochistan.

The most photogenic traveller of all time (Merry for the old times sake). @ Jinnah Naval Base, Ormara, Balochistan.

The most adorable pair of pelicans I ever came across. @Ormara, Balochistan.

The Great Grand Canyon of Pakistan (Going back). @Makran Coastal Highway, Balochistan.

 The Great Sphinx of Pakistan. @Makran Coastal Highway, Balochistan.

 Mountains+Desert+Sea = Kund Malir. Life at its best. @Kund Malir, Balochistan.

We were struck by a sandstorm on our way back home. @Liari, Balochistan.

2. Meet the Team:

We were altogether nine people.

From left to right: Mehran Aslam (aka Merry), Salman Jahangir (aka Sallo), Rao Hashim (aka Gojra), Farhan Cheema (aka Cheems), Zaid Gorsi (aka Dada), Aqeel Aslam (aka Shughal), Rana Farhan (aka Rana), Raza Ali (aka Jutt).  

And last but not the least, special thanks to Ayaz Ali (aka Jamali), for taking this last group photo of the team. He is the 9th guy who completes the team.

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