Pakistan is an amazing country with diversity in its climate, landscape, biodiversity. And rich cultural heritage, according to EU envoy Androulla Kaminara.
She stated in an interview with APP that Pakistan, a nation of kind and open people. Is a “very safe place” for visitors from other countries to visit.
“I have had the good fortune to travel to some breathtaking regions in Punjab, Sindh. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. “I hope to have many more opportunities to see more of the beauty this country is blessed with. And to interact with as many different people from this country’s cultural diversity. Once the Covid situation improves,” she stated.
“Many of the scenic parts of the country still remain unexplored and that is. Where the huge tourism potential exists,” stated Ambassador Kaminara. Who recently visited the Rohtas Fort, which has been listed. As a Unesco World Heritage Site since 1997. “This is especially true of the stunning northern part of Pakistan with the vast. Karakoram mountain range to the coast in the south.”
She expressed her wish that more tourists and travellers from around the world would. Get the chance to visit Pakistan, saying it is a very safe place to visit.
She went on to say that now is the perfect time to take advantage of this enormous tourism potential. By enacting appropriate travel laws and making the necessary infrastructure improvements. To reach the uncharted regions.
What Europe Feels About Pakistan Culture?
“The European Union feels that improving cultural heritage is crucial for peace. And communication as well as tourism.”
“Culture plays an important role in the EU foreign policy. And is also part of our Strategic Engagement Plan with Pakistan,”. The ambassador said in response to a question about the EU’s role in recognising. The value of cultural heritage, particularly for tourism.
She continued by saying that by promoting communication, tolerance, dignity. And respect for one another, cultural cooperation fought prejudice and stereotypes.
She said that culture is a catalyst for innovation, competitiveness, and economic. And social development, especially through the cultural and creative industries. SMEs (small and medium-sized businesses), and tourism.
She suggested a comprehensive sustainable plan for the growth of tourism in Pakistan. That would address various issues, including better access through better transportation. Lodging, and road infrastructure, in addition to maintaining cleanliness and protecting natural ecosystems.
What Ambassador Kaminara Said?
Pakistan is fortunate to have six World Heritage sites within its borders. According to Ambassador Kaminara.
She said that there was a great deal of potential for foreign tourists and visitors. To be drawn to the archaeological ruins at Moenjodaro. The Buddhist ruins of Takht-e-Bahi and the neighbouring city remains at Sahr-e-Bahlol. The Fort and Shalimar Gardens in Lahore, the Historical Monuments at Makli (Thatta). The Rohtas Fort, and the Taxila (ruins).
She described it as both a great gift and a great responsibility. “I’ve been to a few of them. Even though their protection has received a lot of attention, more work needs to be done.
For instance, it would be great for visitors to be able to purchase handicrafts made. In the vicinity of the site in addition to a book detailing its history.
“More work needs to be done to restore and preserve some of the sites to ensure sustainability. And to work towards protecting these natural attractions. From the adverse effects of climate change and the impact. It might have on the livelihoods,”. She stated in reference to the preservation of artefacts. And amenities offered to tourists at tourist destinations.
She continued, saying that an integrated strategy was required. To protect the cultural landmarks while also offering integrated services to visitors.
