Stories by Syed Mehdi Bukhari

From the grassy plains of the Himalayas: My journey to Minimarg, Fairy Meadows and the Rattigali Lake

Green mountains, grassy plains and freshwater lakes are arguably the most captivating views in Pakistan.

Updated 25 Nov, 2019 05:58pm

My journey to Karomber Lake, the jewel in Broghil's crown

As the blue waters of Karomber Lake bathe in the sun's golden rays, I immerse myself in its warmth.

Updated 11 Dec, 2019 11:09am

From Karachi to Gwadar, I set out to witness Pakistan's magical coastline

With pristine waters and beaches, golden dunes and wildlife, the country's south is uniquely blessed.

Updated 25 Nov, 2019 03:19pm

Huawei P20 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S9+: Which camera is better?

Syed Mehdi Bukhari compares the Huawei P20 Pro with the Samsung Galaxy S9+

Updated 25 Jun, 2019 06:10pm

Bright colours and brighter smiles – HUAWEI P20 Pro encapsulates the warmth of northern Pakistan

Syed Mehdi Bukhari writes about his experience of shooting portaits with the Huawei P20 Pro.

Updated 25 Jun, 2019 06:10pm

How the HUAWEI P20 Pro captures AI and low-light images

Syed Mehdi Bukhari talks about his experience of using the P20 Pro for AI and low light photography

Updated 25 Jun, 2019 06:13pm

Starry nights, sparkling streams and mighty mountains - HUAWEI P20 Pro shows it all

Syed Mehdi Bukhari explains how to do light paint photography and capture star trails with a smartphone.

Updated 25 Jun, 2019 06:12pm

The ecstatic north through the lens of HUAWEI P20 Pro

I used the phone as my prime camera during a recent trip, and without hesitation gave it an 8/10 score.

Updated 19 Jun, 2018 12:44pm

How music students in Gojal are trying to keep their culture alive

Wakhi language, culture, and music face extinction.

Updated 31 Jul, 2019 05:41pm

Swat — A beautiful tragedy

I came to a spot where I could see Swat Valley in all its glory; it was a humbling moment.

Updated 11 Dec, 2019 11:09am

Chenab: Pakistan’s river of love

These banks bear witness to many tales of love, including Sohni’s, who drowned trying to swim across to meet Mahiwal.

Updated 14 Feb, 2019 04:47pm

Pakistan's blue gem: Neelum Valley

Before the red sky turned black, the lavoir had emptied, the kids ended their games and the brown cat too went home.

Updated 20 Oct, 2015 02:38pm

A rendezvous with Saif-ul-Malook

The guide kept begging me to leave the frightening place. But I was unresponsive. I had risen above consciousness.

Updated 26 Aug, 2015 10:50am

From Shandoor to Kalash: Kishwar-e-Haseen Shadbaad

Feeling the freezing winds, and walking the long walk up a mountain – that’s the recipe for escaping the world.

Updated 30 Jul, 2015 02:12pm

The music of Ghizer's flowing River

It is Muharram when I decide to visit Ghizer during my stay in Gilgit; an autumn sadness envelopes the entire valley.

Published 17 Jun, 2015 06:52pm

Gojal: Where Pakistan begins

During Z A Bhutto’s tenure, political reforms brought the so-called fall of Hunza’s princely state.

Updated 25 Nov, 2019 03:23pm

Take me back to Nagar

Some things are beautiful in their simplicity; others in their intricacy.

Updated 19 May, 2015 03:39pm

Exploring Rama Meadows and the isolation at Naltar

Naltar is famous for its colorful lakes and tastiest potatoes, the valley doesn’t seem to be a part of this world.

Updated 25 Nov, 2019 03:22pm

Deosai Plains: Welcome to surreal Pakistan

A famous poem of William Wordsworth, The Daffodils, starts off like this: I wandered lonely as a cloud...

Updated 25 Nov, 2019 03:21pm

The serenity of Ghanche: Of mountains, rivers and valleys

The colours and sights of Ghanche district seem to be a work of an artist with the canvas filled with abstract strokes.

Updated 20 Jul, 2017 12:36pm