This is perhaps Chinas sick link to the Stalinist or state communist's tactic in jailing political dissenters.
Dotted with towered hamlets and stately chinas groves the valley of the Kurram runs south-east from the Peiwar Kotal (below the great peak of Sikaram), past Thal in the Miranzai valley, through the southern Kohat hills to Bannu.
There are plenty of fine chinas available with delicate blossoms and pastel shading that can compliment one of the most important desserts you'll ever serve.