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Iqbal
Library
Location:6,
Block 10,
F.B. Area,
Norani
Masjid Ph:
676182
Liquat
Memorial
Library
Location:
Stadium
Road, Ph:
415765
The
British
Council
Location:
20, Bleak
House Road
Ph: 5670391
Dr.
Mahmud
Hussain
Library
Location:
University
of Karachi
Ph:474953
Saleem
Brothers
Library
Location:
SC-6-27 Al-Jamil
Shopping
Center,
North
Nazimabad
Ph: 6649938 |
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American Women’s Club of
Karachi
The objectives of the
Club is to unite the
members, to share in
social and educational
activities and to engage
in fund-raising efforts
for the welfare of the
unfortunate within the
host country. Any woman
who is a citizen of the
United States of America
or Canada, or the wife
of a citizen of the
United States of America
or Canada may become a
member of the Club upon
application for
membership and payment
of annual dues.
Prospective members may
be guests of the Club
for one meeting. A
general Meeting is held
once a month. Lunch,
guest speakers and
artisans are planned for
each monthly meeting. An
informative newsletter
advises the membership
of the current events.
Activities include local
excursions, fashion
show, children’s
Halloween and Christmas
Parties, an Easter egg
hunt, and a gala
Christmas Ball. A
Handicraft Bazaar and
other fund-raisers are
organized yearly (if
security permits) with
the proceeds going to
charity. For information
contact an American
expatriate or peck up
the Club’s monthly
newsletter which is
provided to the American
Club and the Consulate.
British Women’s
Association
The BWA meets every
Tuesday morning from
10:00 am to noon in the
Beanstalk (on the
grounds of Holy Trinity
Cathedral, opposite the
Avari Hotel). A fixed
proportion of the annual
membership of the BWA is
allocated to ladies of
Pakistani nationality
and foreign ladies who
are not citizens of the
UK or a Commonwealth
country.
Various talks,
demonstrations, outings
and social events are
arranged. There is a
lending library at the
Beanstalk with a large
selection of paperback
books. A monthly
newsletter is published
informing members about
forthcoming activities.
Members meet informally
to play bridge and make
craft items for the
Bazaar. There are
several fund-raising
events each year, the
largest of which is the
annual Christmas Bazaar.
The money raised is
distributed by the BWA
among a number of local
charities which the
Association supports.
For information contact
a British expatriate, or
the British Deputy High
Commission or drop in at
the Beanstalk on a
Tuesday morning.
Women's Organizations
In addition to the
American Women's Club
and the British Women's
Association, other
organization. include:
All Nations Women's Club
(by invitation only),
Friends of APWA (All
Pakistan Women's
Association); Asean;
German Speaking, Women's
Club; Japanese Women's
Association; Korean
Ladies Club; Ladies
Rotary and SAARC Women's
Association (South Asia
Association for Regional
Co-operation), which all
host fund-raisers for
the underprivileged of
Karachi and Sindh area.
Men's Organizations
These include the YMCA,
International Rotary
Club and the Lion's
Club.
International Rotary
Club
Location: 231, Muhammadi
House I.I Chundrigar Rd.
Ph: 2411458
Karachi Lions Club
Location: Prince St,
Saddar
Ph: 711102
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Bambino Films
Location: Bambino Chambers, Garden Road, Ph:7729315
Capri Cinema
Location: M. A. Jinnah Road, Ph: 7219904
Lyric Cinema
Location:70, Agha Khan 3rd Road, Ph: 7727275
Nishat Cinema
Location:M. A. Jinnah Road, Ph: 7210535
Prince Cinema
Location: M. A. Jinnah Road, Ph: 7124738
Ritz Theatre
Location:36-37, National Square, Khayaban-e-Jami, Clifton, Ph: 5864297 |
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Academy of Performing
Arts
This new academy is
housed above the Hashoo
Auditorium and offers
classes in Pakistani
classical singing a
variety of instruments,
and folk dance.
Arts Council of Pakistan
Sponsors exhibitions and
concerts, British
Council, Goethe
Institute, and Alliance
Francaise. These
organizations sponsor
films, lectures, and
concerts. Each has a
lending library. The
last two offer language
classes. Ikebana
International, Floral
Arts Society and
Horticultural Society of
Pakistan These groups
offer flower arranging
classes and exhibitions
for all flower and
garden enthusiasts.
The British Council
The British Council has
been established in
Karachi for over 40
years. It offers
communication skills.
The center administers a
library of British books
and videos, arrange
cultural & scientific
visits and organizes
sponsorship for major
arts events. Location:
20, Bleak House Road,
Karachi, 75530 Ph:
520391-7
Goethe Institute
A German Cultural Center
holds Educational
Programs, Conferences,
Classical musical
concerts, and Films
Seminars.
Location: 256 Sarwar
Shaheed Road, Karachi
Ph: 5684811, 5683124
Alliance
Francaise
Alliance Francaise
proposes French classes
for all levels and all
ages. It also prepares
for certificates (Delf-Dalf)
which give access to
French Universities. As
one of the leading
cultural center in
Pakistan, it promotes
cultural events in
theatre, painting,
music, discussion,
cinema, from Pakistan
and France
Location: Plot St 1,
Block-8 Kehkashan,
Clifton Karachi-75600.
Ph: 5873402 Fax: 5874302
PACC (Pakistan American
Cultural Center)
PACC was founded to
promote understanding
between Pakistan and the
United States. Some of
the activities include
arts and craft exhibits,
special film shows,
lectures, concerts,
plays in English and
Urdu, and a varied
program of sports and
games. Classes are
offered in cooking,
dance, painting, and
extensive language
classes in English.
Although many programs
are open to the public,
membership is encouraged
to support the
activities of the center
To enquire about
programs or apply for
membership can call at
following number.
Call 516-275, 524-732.
11, Fatima Jinnah Rd.
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For those Karachiites
living in foreign
countries, it can be a
real difficult task
finding out what is
happening in this big
city. Coming back for
the holidays makes it
even more important that
you know what is going
to be happening while
you are here. For your
convenience we have put
it all online for you so
that you never have to
miss anything happening
in Karachi again.
- Regular Classes
of French
- French Classes
for Children
- Martial Art for
Children
- Photographic
Workshop on Fashion
& Glamour
- Urdu Classes for
Foreigners
Regular Classes of
French
Each session
represents a period of
nine weeks i.e. 30 hours
of teaching.
Duration of each class:
70 minutes. Classes are
held three times a week.
SAT-MON-WED or
SUN-TUE-THU
Course free: Rs.1200/=
for each session,
admission fee per new
students Rs. 100/=
(Student Card)
Location: Alliance
Francaise De Karachi
Plot St-1 Block-8
Kehkashan, Clifton,
Karachi Ph: 5873402 -
5862864
French Classes for
Children
A complete motivating
course for the young
from 6 to 13 years old.
Location: Alliance
Francaise De Karachi
Plot St-1 Block-8
Kehkashan, Clifton,
Karachi Ph: 5873402 -
5862864
Martial Art for Children
Chief Instructor:
Grand Master M.K Najam
Khan 6 degree Black
Belt
Classes twice a week
(Wed & Sat) 6.00 pm -
7.00
Fees Rs. 500 for two
months.
Location: Alliance
Francaise De Karachi
Plot St-1 Block-8
Kehkashan, Clifton,
Karachi Ph: 5873402 -
5862864
Photographic Workshop on
Fashion & Glamour
Every Monday Courses
27 hours
Fees Rs: 3500/=
Location: Alliance
Francaise De Karachi
Plot St-1 Block-8
Kehkashan, Clifton,
Karachi Ph: 5873402 -
5862864
Urdu Classes for
Foreigners
Details to be get
from the secretariat
Location: Alliance
Francaise De Karachi
Plot St-1 Block-8
Kehkashan, Clifton,
Karachi Ph: 5873402 -
5862864
Expensive Karachi Hotels
Avari Towers
Marriot
Pearl Continental
Sheraton
Avari Towers
This is a classy hotel
that was recently
visited by Oprah
Winfrey. It has a
wonderful array of
restaurants, and the
shopping too is
wonderful. Here are some
of the greatest places
to eat at the Avari.
Fujiyama
Roof Top
Shanghai
Fujiyama
This is an eatery that
is visited by hundreds
of people, quite a
popular hangout. The
food is wonderful and
the service is just as
wonderful. There is a
great variety of food
and the atmosphere very
pleasant. A nice place
to go for dinner. The
prices are high, but the
food is worth it.
Roof Top
Eating a tasty barbecue
dinner under the stars
and savoring a
magnificent view of the
city, Karachi!! You can
do it here. The Avari
Roof Top, is a
restaurant situated on
the roof of a 20
something story
building. The prices are
moderate, and the
service is good. There
is always a steady cool
breeze, an aroma of
freshly cooked food is
stimulating along with
the overpowering scent
of Karachi. A wonderful
place for a romantic
dinner.
Shanghai
The name tells all. The
menu flashes an array of
exotic Pakistani dishes
and all of them are
delicious. The
atmosphere is very
traditional and very
pleasant. It makes for a
great place for a family
gathering. The food is
expensive, but then it
is a hotel! The service
is a bit slow, but the
food is worth the wait.
Marriot
This is a five star
hotel that sports number
of fine restaurants and
splendid
shopping areas. The
restaurants are by far
their biggest
attraction. Some
of their finest are
listed here. You will
see, that at this hotel,
you will never
be disappointed.
Pearl Continental
It is huge building with
at least 30 floors, and
a magnificent view from
the top. A fabulous
place to go for swimming
and other sporting
activities. Commonly
known as the PC, it also
sports some fine
restaurants. This part
of the resort section is
still under
construction. More
restaurants will be
added in the weeks to
come.
Sheraton
A fine hotel, with water
fountains outside, and a
cool breeze in the
parking lot. It is a
big, dignified building
that attracts many. The
food here is
exceptional, so read on
about some of it’s fine
restaurants.
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Leather
Shops
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Jafferjee's
Leather
-
Goods
-
Bright
Leather
-
Hanif
&
Brothers
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Unique
Leather
Goods
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Leather
Fashion
Jafferjee's
Leather
Goods
Location:
4-5
Mehran
Heights,
Block-8
Main
Clifton
Road,
Karachi
Ph:5865482,
538143
Bright
Leather
Location:
124,
1st. Fl.
Victoria
Center,
Abdullah
Haroon
Rd.
Ph:519678
Hanif &
Brothers
Location:
F-47,
Iqbal
Center,
M.A.
Jinnah
Rd.
Ph:
7765352
Unique
Leather
Goods
Location:
Zaibun
Nisa
Street,
Karachi.
Ph:
512311-522372
Leather
Fashion
Location:
B-114,
1st Fl,
Panorama
Center,
Saddar
Ph:
513376
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Gift Shops
Gift shops has fast gained popularity over the past few years & has been favorites of the locals. Constantly being restocked with a new selection of items, these shops continues to attract customers of all age groups.
- The Shop
- Solo
- Universal Stores
- Kids Heaven
- Paragon Gift Center
The Shop
Mr. Ali Chundrigarh is the man behind this outlet where one can lay hands on mugs, cards, stuffed toys, kid's stationary, T-shirts and not to forge, balloons! The prices range between Rs. 195 to 3395, depending on the quality and the size of the items.
Location: 5 Garnet Center, G-10 Block 8, Clifton, Karachi.
Ph: 5863270
Solo
Location : Shop No: 6, Ground floor, Shaheen Center,Khayban-e-Roomi, Clifton. Ph: 5689484
Universal Stores
Location: Bahadurabad Chowrangi, Commercial Area.
Ph:4933699
Kids Corner
Location: 6/7, Marine Point, DC-1 Bl. 9, Main Clifton Road.
Ph:5862675
Paragon Gift Center
Location: D-8 Bl. A. KDA Bldg, Saddar
Ph: 522806
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Malls
In addition to the traditional bazaars there are several modern shopping
centers in Karachi, particularly the following:
- Tariq Road
- Zaibun Nisa Street
- Main Clifton Road
- Zamzamma
- Awami Markaz
Tariq Road
This Road is lined by an array of most modern shopping malls where most people like to go to for garments, footwear, jewellery and household stuff.This area is a particular favorite of Pakistan ladies because of the nature of the goods available. Famous malls include Dolmen Center, Rabi Center and Glamour one.
Zaibun Nisa Street
This is a more traditional shopping area located in the old part of the city and was known before as Elphinstone Street. Most of the marriage shopping in Karachi is done here because there are many jewellery and traditional dress shops located here. Other products you can find here are leather goods, carpets and handicrafts.
Main Clifton Road
This area is famous for Boutiques and other consumer items. You will find
some designer label shops including Benneton here.
Zamzamma
This area located in the posh part of the city has several local and foreign
designer garment stores.
Awami Markaz
This shopping plaza located on Shahrah-e-Faisal, (the road that links the airport with the city Center) is a shopping mall cum office area where you can do things like get your passport or ID card made or pay your utility bills as well as shop. There are several services and shops available under one roof and it is centrally air conditioned.
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Bazaars
Those of you who would like to shop Karachi style or for the local kind of stuff checkout these bazaars
- Empress Market
- Bohri Bazaar
- Zainab Market
- Co-operative Market
Empress Market
This huge, bustling Pakistani market is located in Saddar. It is essentially a food
market and sells all manner of products from fruit and vegetables to fish, poultry
and red meat as well as canned/tinned goods, house wares and spices. Shopping
there is a real experience although, as the market is very large, it can be a little
intimidating. We suggest that you make your first visit with a friend who shops
there regularly.
Coolies (men who for a small fee will carry all your shopping) wait outside. Many people have a specific coolie whom they use on every visit. The meat halls can become unpleasant in the hot season. Many people therefore ask their coolie to bring their meat/fish order to them while they are shopping for vegetables etc., to save them having to enter the meat halls.
Friends can recommend coolies who have regularly provided them with good meat. The spice hall is worth visiting (and photographing) with high cone shaped piles of the various spices. Dried fruits and nuts are always available in abundance and many of the small grocer stalls occasionally get imported goods which are not available in the Clifton shops. Remember, the meat halls close on meatless days although fish and chicken are still sold.
Bohri Bazaar
Close to Empress market, this bazaar comprises hundreds of small shops in a maze of narrow streets which sell a whole variety of goods, ranging from house wares, pots and pans, crockery, cutlery, plastic items, silk flowers cottons, sheets, buttons, threads and all sewing requirements. On the main road is a shop which sells embroidery threads. As it is easy to get lost here, again we would suggest that you make your first visit with a friend who knows her way around. Do not forget to bargain. It is amazing what can be found in this bazaar including second hand designer label swimsuits!
Zainab Market
This market is a real Aladdin’s cave. It sells mainly traditional Pakistani handicrafts and has a huge range of silk paintings, onyx, hangings, bedspreads, Kashmiri shawls, papier-mâché, etc. Remember that this is where a lot of tourists shop and the initial price quoted to you could be two or three times higher then the real price. Bargain hard. One part of this market also sells cheap ready made western clothes fir ladies, gents and children shorts, T shirts, leggings blouses, etc. Although the quality is often not high, they are cheap and suitable for the hot weather here.
Co-operative Market or Juma or Itwar Bazars
This market is slightly further down Abdullah Haroon Road from Zainab. Shops are located on two levels and they sell a variety of Pakistani wares, from onyx to brass, wood carvings, lower quality of other wooden items, men’s clothing material, shawls, etc. Like Zainab, this market caters to tourists. Be prepared to bargain.
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Carpets Shops
- Afghan Carpets
- Al-Mustafa Carpets
- Allied Carpets
- Carpet Inn
- Kashmiri Carpets
- Weavers
Afghan Carpets
Location: D-16 Block-8 Ch. Khaliq-uz-Zaman Road, Clifton,
Ph:536561, 576220
Al-Mustafa Carpets
Location: 2-A, Bl. 13-A, Hasan Appt, Gulshan-e-Iqbal
Ph:4979826
Allied Carpets
Location: 187/3-A, Bl. 2, P.E.C.H.S
Ph: 448098
Carpet Inn
Location: Sindhi Muslim Society, Shahrah-e-Faisal
Ph: 4540604
Kashmiri Carpets Weavers
Location: 11-12/A , Hotel Metropole Rd.
Ph: 516390
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Jewellery Shops
Jewellery has been used to enhance women's beauty from the Ancient times. The modern woman is no exception and she too enjoys wearing the most up to date fashionable jewellery. Some of the most popular Jewellery shops are listed below
- Almas Collection
- Jewellers
- Chhotani Jewel Center
- A.K Motiwala Jewellers
- Crescent Jewellers
- Diamond Jewellers
Almas Collection Jewellers
Manufacturers & Order Supplies of all kids of Modern Style Ornaments
Location : Gem Plaza Zaibunnisa Street, Saddar.
Ph: 5671333 Fax: 92-21-5687030
Chhotani Jewel Center
Location: 6/2, SB-4 Zaibunnisa Street, Saddar.
Ph: 5670725, 5671780
A.K Motiwala Jewellers
Location: Zaibun Nisa St, Saddar Ph: 521444
Crescent Jewellers
Location: Bliss Shopping Center, Zaibun Nisa St, Saddar Ph: 511453
Diamond Jewellers
Location: Pakistan Handicraft, Abdullah Rd. Saddar Ph: 5682289
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Boutiques
- Cotton & Cotton
- Koel
- Maheen
- Generation
- Selections
- Perahan
Cotton & Cotton
Specializes in men's clothing, 100 percent cotton shirts, trousers, ties,suits and pajamas.
Location: Behind Clifton Center. Tel: 5866978
Koel
For more expensive ladies fashions, try Koel (Nur Jehan Bilgrimi's shop)
Location : D.H.A phase V
Maheen:
Location: Clifton, near Agha Supermarket
Generation
sell cheaper off-the-peg ladies shalwar-kameez
Location: Clifton, near Agha Supermarket
Selections
sell good furnishing fabrics that are cheap by Western standards.
Location: Clifton
Perahan
hand-block printing on both cotton and silk.
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