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Frere Hall (Urdu: فریئر ہال) is a building in Karachi, Pakistan that dates from the early British colonial era in Sindh. Completed in 1865, Frere Hall was originally intended to serve as Karachi's town hall, and now serves as an exhibition space and library.
- 10 October 1865
- Henry Saint Clair Wilkins
- August 1863
Frere Hall is a must see! It's a combination of museum, art, and history. Exhibits change and it's a great learning experience. The iconic site needs more upkeeping. When you walk through the exhibit hall, look up to see an unfinished master piece (I'll spare the details for your visit).
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- Cantt, Karachi
Apr 20, 2024 · Frere Hall is a historic building in Karachi, built in the mid-19th century during the British colonial period and has since become a city landmark. The building is a fine example of Victorian architecture and is known for its beautiful gardens and well-maintained grounds.
Apr 29, 2022 · This Hogwarts-esque public library is known to house more than 50,000 books including a collection of manuscripts and a newspaper archive dating back to the year 1958.
Aug 20, 2017 · KARACHI: Frere Hall, one of the most iconic buildings in Karachi was built in British Colonial era. It was built in honor of Sir Henry Bartle Edward Frere, a British national who is known for promoting economic development in Sindh and also remembered for making the Sindhi Language compulsory in the province instead of Persian.
If you’re looking for an architectural wonder to explore in Karachi, look no further than Frere Hall. Frere Hall is one of Karachi’s most beautiful and intricate pieces of architecture. It was designed by Lt. Col. Clair Wilson and 12 other architects, but only Wilson’s design was chosen.
Oct 29, 2015 · The intricate wall carvings and beautifully articulated mosaic designs are visible on numerous brackets and pillars that support the building. Boasting an immaculate mix of sandstone, white, grey, red and peach colors, the Frere Hall is extremely hard to miss for passersby.
