Jhal Magsi District
Jhal Magsi District ( ur, ) is a district in central Balochistan in Pakistan. Previously part of Kachhi District, it was established as a district of its own in December 1991 and after a brief period in which it was known as ''Kachhi'' (the rema ...
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Balochistan
Balochistan ( ; bal, بلۏچستان; also romanised as Baluchistan and Baluchestan) is a historical region in Western and South Asia, located in the Iranian plateau's far southeast and bordering the Indian Plate and the Arabian Sea coastline. ...
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Pakistan
Pakistan ( ur, ), officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan ( ur, , label=none), is a country in South Asia. It is the world's List of countries and dependencies by population, fifth-most populous country, with a population of almost 24 ...
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The town is the headquarters of the Magsi tribe (or clan), the major tribe within the district. Historically, the Magsi are a branch of the Lashari tribe. The present leader (''sadar'') of the Magsi tribe is Zulfqar Ali Khan Magsi, former chief minister of Balochistan. A desert car rally arranged every year as Jhal Magsi Desert Race. The racers participate allover the Pakistan. The foreign drivers also participate in the event.
The City is also known for ancient places and tourist attractions like Peer Chattal Shah Noorani,Taj Mahal of Balochistan (Moti Gohram Tomb), Moola River,Peer Lakha and more