05/06/2025
The Postal Connection: Said Pur’s Role in the "Dak" System
**📍 Location:** Said Pur Village, Islamabad, Pakistan
**📹 Watch the Full Vlog:** [Behind the Scenes: Postal Trainees Document Said Pur’s Legacy](https://youtu.be/V9Vo6UWLQlI?si=DjJhcADDE2CdVVoD)
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Discovering Said Pur: A Living Mughal Legacy
Nestled in the foothills of the Margallas, **Said Pur Village** is more than just a scenic escape—it’s a **500-year-old time capsule** of Mughal history, artisan traditions, and untold postal heritage. Recently, trainees from the **Pakistan Postal Staff College** embarked on a study tour to document its legacy, and I was fortunate to join them.
This blog takes you behind the scenes of their research, exploring why this village matters—and how Pakistan’s postal service is helping preserve it.
- A Walk Through Mughal History
Said Pur dates back to the **16th century**, believed to be founded by **Said Khan**, a noble in Emperor Akbar’s court. Walking through its narrow lanes, you’ll find:
- **Ancient havelis** with intricate wooden balconies (some crumbling, some still inhabited).
- A **400-year-old mosque**, its walls whispering stories of travelers and traders.
- The **legendary banyan tree**, a silent witness to centuries of change.
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# # # **📮 The Postal Connection: Said Pur’s Role in the "Dak" System**
Few know that Said Pur was once a key stop on the Grand Trunk Road’s postal network. During the British era, it served as a ***dak chowki*** (postal relay station), where horse riders would exchange mail.
The **Postal Staff College trainees** documented:
- Old **caravanserais** where messengers rested.
- Oral histories from elders about the village’s postal past.
- How modern postal services can learn from this heritage.
*(See their research process at [08:45](https://youtu.be/V9Vo6UWLQlI?si=DjJhcADDE2CdVVoD&t=525)).*
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# # # **🎨 Keeping Traditions Alive: Artisans of Said Pur**
The village is home to **kumhars (potters), weavers, and woodcarvers** whose families have practiced these crafts for generations.
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# # # **💡 Why This Matters**
Projects like the Postal Staff College’s **documentation effort** are vital because:
✅ **Preservation:** Without records, oral histories fade.
✅ **Education:** Trainees learn how heritage impacts modern systems.
✅ **Tourism:** Awareness can help restore sites and support artisans.
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# # # **📢 How You Can Help**
- **Visit Said Pur** (responsibly!) and support local crafts.
- **Share the vlog** to spread awareness.
- **Comment:** *What’s the most fascinating piece of history in your area?*
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# # # **📌 Final Thoughts**
Said Pur isn’t just a relic—it’s a **living community** bridging past and present. Thanks to initiatives like the Postal Staff College’s tour, its stories won’t be forgotten.
**Have you explored a hidden heritage site? Share below!** ↓
*(All images/video clips from the [YouTube vlog](https://youtu.be/V9Vo6UWLQlI?si=DjJhcADDE2CdVVoD).)*
