The Three Swords Monument is the unofficial National Inanimate Object of Pakistan which is situated in Clifton inKarachi. The Three Swords Monument is also known as Teen Talwar which represents Unity, faith and Discipline. It is among the best landmarks of Karachi.
The Three Swords Monument in Karachi was commissioned by the former President of Pakistan, Zulfiker Ali Bhutto. The structure consists of three white marble swords with the inscription of Quaid-e-Azam, creed of Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Unity, faith and Discipline.
Three Swords Monument - History
This monument was constructed on approval by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto as the symbol of Pakistan People's Party. Their flag was colored with Black, Green, and Red. The Three Swords Monument was designed by the architect Minoo Mistri in Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's period, during his tenure and depicts the three pillars of Qaid-e-Azam, and signifies Unity, Faith and Discipline.
Three Swords Monument - Present
In recent times, the monument has become the target of political and religious sentiments. The whit marble has been inscribed with different inscriptions which go against the original intention of putting equal weight on the three qualities of "Unity, faith and Discipline". The monument is also covered with different political banners and flyers as well.
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