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Some say Pakistan is one of the most fascinating places in the world, others (including governments worldwide, at the time of writing) caution against all but essential travel to the country, and its northern regions in particular. Regardless of which school of thought and level of risk aversion you adhere to, taking necessary precautions and remaining vigilant at all times is a prerequisite, and staying up-to-speed with recent developments as they appear in the media is of high importance. Having a local guide to show you around is best, and in some cases an armed guard is assigned to foreign visitors to ensure extra security.
The areas of Peshawar of most interest to foreign visitors are the Old Town, University Town, and Peshawar Cantonment (with Saddar Road), the last two separated from each other by a railway constructed by the British post-1850. The central square of town is known as Chowk Yadgar, or ‘remembrance square’, located inside the old walled city of Peshawar and sitting at the heart of the city's many roads and bazaars. Peshawar is also known as the birthplace of the Pakistani answer to Hollywood — Pollywood —, but remaining movie theatres where these films are screened are, unfortunately, few and far between, due to bombings carried out by Islamists deeming the films unruly.
The areas of Peshawar of most interest to foreign visitors are the Old Town, University Town, and Peshawar Cantonment (with Saddar Road), the last two separated from each other by a railway constructed by the British post-1850. The central square of town is known as Chowk Yadgar, or ‘remembrance square’, located inside the old walled city of Peshawar and sitting at the heart of the city's many roads and bazaars. Peshawar is also known as the birthplace of the Pakistani answer to Hollywood — Pollywood —, but remaining movie theatres where these films are screened are, unfortunately, few and far between, due to bombings carried out by Islamists deeming the films unruly.