2. To promote the welfare of the people of South Asia
and to improve their quality of life.
To accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural
development in the region and to provide all individuals the
opportunity to live in dignity and to realize their full potential.
To promote and strengthen collective self-reliance among the
countries of South Asia.
To contribute to mutual trust, understanding and
appreciation of one another's problems.
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3. To promote active collaboration and mutual
assistance in the economic, social, cultural, technical
and scientific fields.
To strengthen cooperation with other developing
countries.
To strengthen cooperation among themselves in
international forums on matters of common.
8. Uch Sharif
The city of Uch Sharif has a
long history with links to
Alexander the Great and
ancient Hindu culture. The
city is located just more than
45 miles from Bahawalpur,
and contains many shrines and
tombs. The tombs have
central Asian influences, and
are decorated with blue and
white tiles. Over the
centuries, many of the shrines
have fallen into disrepair;
however, the site remains an
important religious center in
Pakistan.
9. Wazir Khan Mosque
The Wazir Khan Mosque in Lahore
dates back to 1634. Shaikh Ilm-ud-
din Ansari built the mosque atop
the tomb of the 13th-century
saint Syed Muhammed Ishaq. More
than just a religious structure, the
original plans for the mosque and
its surrounding complex included
a bathhouse and bazaar to ensure
funding for the mosque. The
building of a minaret at each
corner of the mosque was an
architectural first in Lahore. Much
of the mosque's brick structure is
decorated with glazed tile
mosaics.
10. Rohtas Fort
Rohtas Fort is located just less
than 70 miles from Islamabad.
The 16th-century Afghan ruler
Sher Shah Suri ordered
construction of this military
fortress as a base of operations
for conflicts with the Gakkhars.
Architects adapted the building
plans to the surrounding terrain,
using deep ravines as defensive
structures. The rampart walls
stretch more than 2 miles in
circumference, and include 68
bastions and 12 gates. At their
thickest point near the Mon Gate,
the walls are 36 feet thick.
11. Lahore Fort and Shalamar Gardens
In 2000, the United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
added the Fort and Shalamar Gardens in
Lahore to its List of World Heritage in Danger.
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The two monuments date back to the Mughal
civilization that ruled the area from the 16th
to 19th centuries. Within the fort are marble
palaces and ornately decorated mosques. The
garden spans three terraces and includes
scenic waterfalls, ornamental ponds and
lodges. Destruction of the 375-year old water
tanks that supplied the gardens in 1999 and
its deteriorating outer walls prompted the
Pakistani government to request assistance
from UNESCO to preserve the Mughal
monuments.
13. Pakistan Monument
The Pakistan Monument, also
called the National Monument,
in Islamabad is one of the
country's newest landmarks. The
large monument is in the shape
of a blossoming flower, with
each of its four petals
representing the four provinces
of Pakistan. The Pakistan
Monument was designed by
architect Arif Masood and is
located in the heart of the city.
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15. Men all over Pakistan prefer
Shalwar Kameez with some
additional accessories which
include Pakistani Waistcoat with
Shalwar Kameez, Achkan and
Sherwani with Shalwar Kameez or
with Churidar Pajama. Jinnah Cap
also called Karakul, Fez also called
Rumi Topi and Taqiyah (cap) is used
with Shalwar Kameez. Khussa is a
popular foot wear with shalwar
kameez. Men like to wear
traditional shawls made of
Pashmina or other warm materials
especially in Northern part of the
country.
16. The most favorite dressing among
Pakistani women is Shalwar Kameez
which is worn in different styles, colors
and designs especially the front part of
Kameez is decorated with different
styles and designs of embroidery. It is
worn with different sleeve length, shirt
length, necklines and different types of
Shalwars like Patiala Shalwar, Churidar
Pajama and simple trouser. Kurta is also
worn by women in latest designs.
Dupatta is an essential part of Shalwar
Kameez and considered a symbol of
woman's respect.It is used with
different embroidery designs of
Kamdani[3] and Gota.
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18. Eid-ul-Fitr
Eid-ul-fitr is the biggest
Muslim festival celebrated all
over Pakistan. It is celebrated
after one month of fasting
during the month of Ramadan.
Celebrated on the 1st of
Shawwal, the 10th month of
Islamic Calendar, The Eid day
starts with the special Eid
prayers. People exchange gifts
and sweet with each other and
alms to the poor and the needy.
19. Eid-ul-Azha
Eid-ul-Azha is also another
massive religious festival
commemorating the great sacrifice
offered by Prophet Ibrahim. It is
celebrated on the 10th of Zilhaj, the
12th month in the Islamic
Calendar. Collective prayers are
offered after sunset and the
sacrifice of goats, sheep, cows or
camels is made and the meat is
distributed among relatives,
friends and poor.
20. National Horse & Cattle Show
Lahore
Held at the Fortress Stadium
Lahore, the Horse and Cattle
show is a famous event in
Lahore. The event’s highlights
include Cattle races, cattle
dances, tent-pegging, tattoo
show, folk music, dances,
bands, cultural floats and folk
games. It takes place on the 3rd
week of November for 15 days.
