From Stars to Stones: The Cultural and Linguistic Roots of the Name ‘Skardu’
The study of toponymy or place names tenders a rare insight into a region’s historical, cultural, and linguistic heritage. The current research explores the etymology of the name Skardu, a city in Pakistan's Baltistan region. Historical evidences show that the name Skardu is a blend of element...
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Main Authors: | Muhammad Nazir, Sajjad Hussain |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Department of English, University of Chitral
2024-08-01
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Series: | University of Chitral Journal of Linguistics and Literature |
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Online Access: | https://www.jll.uoch.edu.pk/index.php/jll/article/view/371 |
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