00:00Pakistan has been in the news a lot lately. Why? Well, there can't lie going through some
00:06palita caltemoy. Imran Kanisa former cricketer WHO became the prime minister of Pakistan and
00:12kept getting into trouble with the law for the option charges. And other things. There was so
00:18much tension that the military got involved and those took him from power. The public was behind
00:24him and his party still won the most amount of seats in the election. But then rival politicians
00:30blamed him for an assassination attempt and arrested him for that one, along with more
00:35caption charges. Now, all of this leads to a massive distrust between the public and their institutions.
00:42For example, 70% of people think that the elections were rigged and it seems like no one trusts each
00:49other anymore. All of this instability makes it a hard for tourists to visit Pakistan.
00:55Which is a shame because there are some amazing places to see there, like this shrine. It's called
01:01Yarat Babagundi and it's located in a small village in the Bowland desert. Non-Muslims aren't allowed
01:06past the shrine, which begs the question, why? Let's find out. First off, let's get over the elephant in
01:13the room. What exactly is a Yarat? Well, it's a place of worship. To be more specific, it's a shrine
01:21dedicated to a saintly figure or a place where they're buried. Now, there's a lot of these shrines
01:26in Pakistan. Some of them date back hundreds of years and there are very tourist attractions because
01:32they showcase the diverse cultures and religions that exist within Pakistan. So well, Yarat means
01:38visit orto visits. So basically, people visit the shrines to pay their respects or seek blessings
01:44from a saintly figure. They might also come to the shrine to commemorate a special occasion or ask
01:50for help during tough times. Some of these shrines have become famous for being able to grant wishes
01:56and miracles have been reported at these shrines. As a result, it's common to see people living in
02:02such as a shrine, such as flowers, incense, food, or even money. So how did these shrines come about?
02:09Well, let's look at these ones specifically. It's dedicated to a man named Baba Gungdi.
02:15He lived in the 19th century and was considered a spiritual leader in the Miracle Week.
02:21The shrine was built at his burial site and now those unsub pilgrims visit every year. Now, keep in mind
02:28that there are many different types of shrines throughout Pakistan. Some are grand and deliberate
02:33while others are humble and done assuming. No matter what they look like, though. They all set
02:39the same purpose to provide a place for people to connect with their faith and seek blessings.
02:44So why can't long Muslims go inside? Well, that's probably because of this guy. His name is K.H. Oaxacaizer
02:52and he's considered the gatekeeper of the shrine. He's dressed in green robes and is often
02:57seen holding us for a sword, according to legend. It was a companion of Prophet Muhammad and was
03:03the street protecting the shrine. Some believe that he is the spirit of the shrine and that he appears
03:09to those who are pure of heart. And let me tell you, it doesn't seem too happy to see us here. If you
03:15don't believe me, check out this story. Back in 2016, two men snuck into the premises. One of them was
03:22Danish as is. A famous Pakistani actor. He posted pictures of himself on social media and kept
03:28shandite at the end of the day, we all belong to one nation. You could say that he was flexing his
03:34secular muscles. Maybe he wanted to show everyone that he wasn't afraid of such shrines cares. Or maybe
03:41he just didn't know nivete. Whatever the reason. He soon lent his lesson. A few days after posting the
03:48photos, he released another statement saying, I'm deeply sorry for my actions. He never meant to hate
03:54anyone's feelings. He loved my country and my religion and would never do anything to disrespect them.
04:00So next time I'm in Pakistan and feel sure to visit a shrine. Remember the story of Danish
04:07assis and think twice before posting your adventure on Instagram. But wait, there's more. In 2018,
04:14a man named Muhammad Ali posted a video of himself dancing at the shrine. It was latest in charge
04:21with blasphemy. Just goes to show that you really gotta watch your step out here. And if you're
04:26wondering what happens when someone gets kissed by the spirit of the shrine, well, let me tell you,
04:32it's not pretty. According to local legend, seekers brings bedlock and misfortune. Some say it even
04:39results in death. Of course, these stories are just folklore, but they serve as a reminder to
04:44very respectful when visiting religious sites. After all, you never know who or what might
04:49be watching. Although the shrine isn't open to non-Muslims, there's still plenty to see and
04:55experience in Pakistan. For starters, there's the Vaseline city of Karachi, where you can explore
05:01the khalifal bazaars and sample delicious street food. If you're looking for something quieter,
05:06head to Sehansabeli in Sekarakoran mountains. Here you can trek through standing landscapes and stay
05:12in a traditional village, no matter what you choose to do. You're sure to experience the warmth and
05:18hospitality of the Pakistani people. Just remember to be respectful of their customs and traditions,
05:24and you'll have a great time. So what do you think? Would you ever visit a shrine in Pakistan?
05:31Let me know in the comments below.
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