We're a documentation project first. That means the credibility of every entry matters more than how fast we can publish it. Below is roughly how a place goes from a name in an old survey to a finished, photographed entry in the archive.
Research & shortlisting
We start with the record — books, archaeological surveys, gazetteers, academic papers and archives. Each candidate site is checked for significance, location and what's already reliably known about it. [TODO: mention any specific archives / collections you rely on.]
Fieldwork & photography
Wherever possible, we visit. We photograph the site ourselves — architecture, detail, setting and condition — so the imagery is original and current, not stock or scraped. [TODO: note your photography gear / approach if you'd like to share it.]
Writing & sourcing
We write each entry in plain language: history, significance, what to see, and how to get there. Claims are tied back to sources, and where accounts differ we say so rather than picking one silently.
Fact-checking & review
Before publishing, an entry is reviewed for accuracy, names, dates and spelling. Heritage is full of contested facts and transliterations — we aim to be careful and to correct ourselves quickly when we're wrong.
Publishing & updating
The entry goes live with its photography, location on the map, and links to related places. It's not frozen — we revisit and update entries as we learn more or as a site changes.
Sources & corrections
We cite what we rely on — see our sources & bibliography. If you spot an error or can add to an entry, please tell us — corrections from people who know a place are some of our most valuable input.
Heritage of Pakistan