Karachi Parsi Institute

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Karachi Parsi Institute (KPI), formerly known as Parsi Gymkhana, or Zoroastrian Club, is a tudor-style built gymkhana located in Saddar, Karachi, Pakistan.[1][2] The complex comprises a recreational hall, swimming bath, pavilion, and sports facilities such as cricket ground and billiard room.[1][3]

It is an exclusive club where only Parsi people are allowed.[3]

History

It was founded in 1893.[3]

As a cricket ground, it has hosted first-class cricket matches of various seasons.[4]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Dawani, Murlidhar (June 11, 2017). "Physical separation of the rulers and the ruled in British India". Herald Magazine.
  2. ^ Sheikh, Iman (November 1, 2017). "Parsis: The makers of Karachi". Herald Magazine.
  3. ^ a b c Waseem, Zoha (January 19, 2015). "Wandering in wonder: A new way to visit Karachi". DAWN.COM.
  4. ^ Mehmood, Khalid (February 23, 2017). "Karachi's historical cricket grounds in oblivion |".
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