Culture enthusiasts and tourists got an opportunity to experience many creative dimensions of life in contemporary Pakistan, and the ancient civilisations that flourished in the South Asian country whose rich heritage remained a central attraction on the occasion of the annual "Passport D.C. Around the World Embassy Tour."
Americans, international diplomats and South Asians visited the Pakistani embassy in endless droves on Saturday to have a glimpse into the past and present of the country from ancient Indus and Gandhara cultures to the Mughal era architecture to today's works of art and handicraft as Washington D.C marked a colourful start to the summer.
On display were works of art, pictures, crafts, ornaments, traditional costumes from all provinces of Pakistan and photos of monuments, representing the multicultural heritage of the country.
Shaista Jilani, wife of Ambassador of Pakistan to the US Jalil Abbas Jilani, met with participants, and said the embassy tour event provided an opportunity to promote the rich culture and true image of the country.
A colourfully decorated Pakistani rickshaw proclaiming messages of cultural affinity, peaceful coexistence, and mutual humanity drew attention of visitors of all ages, who also had photographs taken with it.
"It is heartening to see so many visitors-we have tried to exhibit the diversity and beauty of Pakistani culture, natural scenery and heritage. "I am sure this opportunity will help project the many facets of Pakistani life," Dr Asad M Khan, Acting ambassador and Deputy Chief of the Mission said.
Besides the annual feature, the embassy also plans to host a series of events to highlight the Pakistani culture. The visitors including young Pakistani-Americans also enjoyed the traditional cuisine and folk music performances at the sprawling embassy compound and also had the opportunity to watch documentaries on life and culture in Pakistan.
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