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26-568: The Boat Basin (Urdu: بوٹ بیسن), located in Clifton , Karachi , is a small human-made sea inlet in Pakistan. Connected to Chinna Creek on its western side, it is bordered by a park, Boat Basin Park , on its northern and eastern waterfronts. Near Karachi Grammar School , there is an influx of water from Nehr-e-Khayyam , a wastewater channel , contributing to water pollution . The National Sailing Center

52-449: A magnificent pavilion, parade and pier, which he bequeathed to the people of Karachi to enjoy. Inspired by this generosity, Kavasji Hormusji Katrak built and gave to the people of Karachi the grand bandstand which looms over the cliff. He also established a school for the blind and sanatorium in Karachi around this time. Kothari was awarded the gold Kaisar-i-Hind Medal (first class) on

78-452: A shrine of 8th century Abdullah Shah Ghazi - widely regarded as the city's patron saint. The shrine is immediately adjacent to the historic Sri Ratneswar Mahadev Hindu Temple . Clifton was initially developed in the late 19th century under British colonial rule, and initially served as the location for homes belonging to the city's British elite as an escape from the city. In the early 20th century, Parsis from nearby Iran began moving to

104-406: Is home to several foreign consulates , while its commercial centres are amongst the most high-end in Pakistan, with a strong presence of international brands. The area around Clifton was a largely barren seashore until British rule, and was previously known to locals as "Hawa Bandar," or "Wind Port." Prior to the establishment of the area as a suburb of Karachi, Clifton's shoreline had been home to

130-498: Is located on the southern side, where there are some remains of mangroves , while the western side is bordered by a railway line , separating the densely populated Sikanderabad settlement from the waters. The Boat Basin, extending westward from Chinna Creek, has experienced gradual degradation, attributed to human interventions dating back to the 19th century. Driven by economic motives to optimise harbour utilisation, alterations were made to reduce tidal differences , thereby affecting

156-509: The Arabian Sea . Kothari's grandfather, Hormusji Sohrabji Kothari (d. 1876), accompanied General Sir Charles James Napier as a commissariat agent during the conquest of Sindh Province in 1842-3 and subsequently emigrated from Surat to Karachi , Gujarat in 1846 where he was eccentrically philanthropic. Kothari was born on 9 November 1857, in Karachi . He was educated at home and in

182-565: The Nehr-e-Khayyam , is a focal point for the accumulation of untreated wastewater and toxic waste , precipitating the degradation and loss of its natural flora and fauna . Studies have shed light on the alarming pollution levels within the creek, uncovering a diverse range of hazardous pollutants stemming from domestic and semi-industrial sources floating through the Boat Basin as well. These pollutants pose substantial risks to marine life and

208-619: The Society Islands , Fiji , Falkland Islands , Tierra del Fuego , upper Amazon , Argentina , Uruguay , Yukon , upper Manchuria , Borneo , Nova Zembla and Spitsbergen . Kothari was also a member of the Royal Society of Arts and North British Academy of Arts , Life Governor of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys and Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , Honorary Special Magistrate in Karachi since 1892, member of

234-906: The Cantonment Committee in Karachi since 1890 and Municipal Committees in Karachi since 1884, Lieutenant in the Sind Volunteer Rifle Corps since 1895, Life Governor of the Great Ormond Street Hospital and member of the Bombay Legislative Council in 1911, fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society and vice-president of the Navy League . He was a patron, trustee and president of many charitable and other institutions in Karachi. Kothari demolished his house on Clifton Hill in 1907, and at that site he built

260-668: The Chinese embassy here. The extremists were killed but unfortunately two police officers were also killed. Clifton is emerging as another Central Business District of Karachi along with Saddar Town the main Central Business District of Karachi. Today it headquarters the corporate office of Pakistan's largest energy company, Pakistan State Oil (PSO) as well several other large local and foreign companies such as Nestlé Pakistan Limited, Dolmen Group and Muller and Phipps among other corporate and regional offices. It also houses

286-531: The Jehangir Kothari Building or Mansion on the corner of Napier and Muhammad Ali Jinnah Road in Karachi during 1934. It was designed with balconies, pillars, spiral staircase and clock tower after the Gothic style with certain features indigenised in the old Karachi style by subsequent additions. Today it is an eclectic mix of shops and offices in a deteriorating condition. Kothari was an ardent believer in

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312-689: The Karachi High School Kothari was a member of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and represented them at the Chicago Exhibition in 1893 on the second of his eleven known voyages around the globe. He published his reminiscences of his first voyage of 1883/4 when he traveled to Europe , Great Britain , United States of America, Canada , Japan , China , Straits Settlements , and northern portions of India . Some of his subsequent voyages took him to more isolated regions, including

338-556: The Kuwaiti consulate among others. Seth Jehangir Hormusji Kothari Sir Jehangir Hormasji Kothari , OBE ( Urdu : ﺳﯾﭨﻬ جهانگیر هورموسجی کوٹهاری ; 9 November 1857 – 1 November 1934), was a Parsi businessman, merchant and a prominent philanthropist from Karachi during British colonial rule. Today, he is best remembered for the Jehangir Kothari Parade , an elevated sandstone walkway used to walk to Clifton Beach on

364-811: The Third War Loan raised in January 1917, and acting as honorary secretary and treasurer in India for the Imperial War Fund. He performed numerous other honorary duties for the British Government for which he maintained a large staff at his own expense. Kothari was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 1918 Birthday Honours , and subsequently knighted in the 1921 Birthday Honours , which

390-506: The area, and were soon followed by Muslims and Hindus. The Jehangir Kothari Parade , bestowed to the city by Parsi businessman Seth Jehangir Hormusji Kothari , was built in Clifton in 1919–20. The Mohatta Palace was built in Clifton in 1927 by a wealthy Hindu businessman, and now serves as a museum. Clifton Bridge was built in the 1930s to connect the suburb to central Karachi. By the 1950s, camel owners began offering rides to local tourists on

416-402: The beach. The area remained a residential area characterized by bungalows until the 1970s, when the area began to develop as one of Karachi's prime commercial and retail centres. In 1973, Clifton's famous Three Sword monument was erected as part of a beautification programme launched by Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto , and was built in the shape of his political parties election symbol at

442-401: The evenings and on weekends, owing to its vibrant atmosphere and diverse culinary offerings. This Karachi -related article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Clifton, Karachi Clifton is an upscale and historic seaside locality in Karachi , Pakistan . It is one of the most affluent parts of the city, home to some of Karachi's most expensive real estates. It

468-722: The event. The event has been a major hit with young people with the event witnessing massive crowds on all three days of this festival. The KEF is organized in the early part of January each year. Clifton itself is recognised as a fast food BBQ destination within Karachi which attracts locals as well as tourists who enjoy shopping walking on the seashore and dining in these restaurants which serve quality Halal foods on demand. There are also several international consulates and high commission offices based in Clifton such as British Deputy High Commission, The Chinese consulate, The Italian Consulate, The Russian Consulate The Iranian Consulate, Consulate General of Switzerland as well as

494-403: The former residence of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and the current residence of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari & Asif Ali Zardari . Bilawal House , which is now the current residence of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has been surrounded with controversy since the erection of a protective wall around the house, with many local politicians asking authorities to pull it down. In 2018, a group of extremists attacked

520-771: The headquarters of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan. Increased business activity and real estate construction boom has resulted in Clifton altering the city skyline, with the two tallest buildings in Pakistan, the Bahria Icon Tower and the Ocean Towers located in Clifton. The Karachi Eat Food Festival, which is Pakistan's biggest food festival, is held every year in Clifton. The festival started off back in 2016 and it has now become Pakistan's major culinary and restaurant event with 95+ stalls and major brand engagement. Many new restaurateurs and aspiring chefs try out their locally and internationally inspired dishes at

546-557: The natural flow of sea water into the Basin. Consequently, Clifton and Keamari , initially islands and natural swamps , became connected to the eastern and northern coastland, respectively, forming the current basin but disrupting the crucial influx of fresh seawater. This was part of the land reclamation under the British in Karachi between 1916 and 1920. The Boat Basin, serving as a crucial link between neighbouring blackwater drainages such as

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572-720: The occasion of the Delhi Durbar to commemorate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. He enjoyed sailing and was a member of the Ripon Club and Willingdon Sports Club of Bombay , the Zoroastrian Club and Parsi Institute of Karachi , founding member of the Lloyd's Polo Club of Poona and member of the Circumnavigators Club. Kothari contributed to World War I by investing 2,550,000 rupees or £175,000 in

598-413: The overall ecosystem integrity. The original pond, founded in 1912 for sailing and motorboats , boasted four piers and spanned 21 acres. The surroundings of the basin have evolved from being primarily for boating visitors into a lively commercial and recreational hub, with many restaurants , cafes , and food stalls at Khayaban-e-Saadi . It's a popular dining spot for Karachiites, especially in

624-502: The time. Despite a breakdown of law and order in Karachi in the 1980s and 1990s, Clifton was one of the localities in Karachi where real estate activity remained strong. The government of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto planned a casino in the area near the Clifton Beach in a bid to attract foreign tourists to Pakistan in the 70s. However, the idea was abandoned soon because of political issues and the structure lay empty for many decades until it

650-607: Was conferred at Buckingham Palace by King George V on 8 July 1922. Kothari and his wife Goolbai visited Bangalore during a trip around South India in 1923. She suddenly became ill and died, and was subsequently interred in the Parsi Aramgah or burial ground. Kothari built a memorial, the Lady Jehangir Kothari Memorial Hall, to his wife in the Bangalore Cantonment in 1931/2. Kothari commissioned

676-467: Was taken over by a local amusement parks company, who opened a themed entertainment center named "Sindbad" on it. This was also closed down in the early 2000s and after another bout of vacancy, the place was finally torn down and the Dolmen Mall was erected in its place. This mall is now one of Pakistan's premier shopping malls, housing local and many foreign brands like Debenham's. The areas also houses

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