Urdu Alphabet Lore | The story of the four brothers, Jeem, Chay, Hay and Khay

Urdu Folktale | Podna, (he-sparrow), marches to rescue Podni (she-sparrow) from the Raja, accompanied by some unexpected allies.

Sindhi Folktale | A story about the origins of the folk melody, Ho Jamalo.

The Punjabi festival, Lohri, marks the end of winter and the start of the harvest season. Read more about the festivities!

Sufi Folklore | How a confrontation between a Dervish and a Sultan lead to a Persian proverb being borrowed into Urdu.

Myths about Jinns from Pakistani oral tradition.

Kashmiri Folktale | A fable about patience.

Locations and Legends | The Fort of Sialkot

Punjabi Folktale | A fable on the rewards of honesty.

Kashmiri Folktale | A fable on humbleness.

Pashto Folktale | A fable about what makes a house a home.

Punjabi Folktale | A fable on faith in Allah.

Superstitions from Balochi Folklore related to colours, sensory experiences, and daily activities.

Ever wondered what Punjabi folklore says about the moon? Read more!

Nanga Parbat | Pakistan's Killer Mountain

The Story behind Baba Bulleh Shah's Mahiya Tere Vekhan Nu

The once-famous grapes of Badaber, taken away by God as bloodmoney.

A pair of parrots were passing by an abandoned village.  Mrs Parrot said, “I wonder if it was war or calamity which drove everyone...

A fable about a she-goat and a crow about being helpful.

In a land where mountains kissed the clouds, and melting sun bathed the emerald plains, ruled a King as kind as he was just. The lands...