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According to record available Amin Brakk was first attempted in May 1996 and again in 1997 by Basque climbers Jon Lazkano and Adolfo Mdinabeitia. Who had to turn back only 300m from the summit due to bad weather? Finally Amin Brakk received its successful first ascent by Spanish climber Silvia Vidal, Pep Masip and Miguel Puigdomenech in August, 1999 and name this peak to their beloved cook "AMIN..
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MINGORA: Ambassador of Switzerland Thomas Cooley on Thursday said his government had been working on various
development projects in Pakistan for the last 50 years.
He was speaking at a gathering in Saidu Sharif in connection with “Exploring Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” programme.
Senior Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Atif Khan, who also holds the portfolio of Tourism and archaeology, was also present on the occasion.
Thomas Cooley said that the landscape of Swat valley and that of Switzerland was the same.
“Being in Swat, I feel like being in Switzerland. Our government wants to see the prosperity of this land and development in the tourism sector,”
said the ambassador, adding that Switzerland generated 10 percent of its GDP from tourism industry only.
He said that the KP had the potential to attract tourists from across the world. He added that the people of his country loved skiing, and so were the people of Swat valley.
Senior Minister KP Atif Khan said, “KP Tourism Authority” has been established to boost tourism in the province.
“We have identified two places in Chitral and one in Hazara to establish skiing resort and attract the maximum number of tourists. Through tourism, we can present a better image of Pakistan,” said the senior minister.
He added that the people of KP needed peace and prosperity and tourism was a tool to achieve these objectives.
The senior minister praised the government of Switzerland for taking a keen interest in the development of Pakistan.
Atif Khan also said this region not only had beautiful landscapes but also centuries-old archaeological sites.
He said that these sites were a source of attractions for the lover of archaeology and also for the followers of Budha. Traditional music and food were presented to the guests from Switzerland
development projects in Pakistan for the last 50 years.
He was speaking at a gathering in Saidu Sharif in connection with “Exploring Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” programme.
Senior Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Atif Khan, who also holds the portfolio of Tourism and archaeology, was also present on the occasion.
Thomas Cooley said that the landscape of Swat valley and that of Switzerland was the same.
“Being in Swat, I feel like being in Switzerland. Our government wants to see the prosperity of this land and development in the tourism sector,”
said the ambassador, adding that Switzerland generated 10 percent of its GDP from tourism industry only.
He said that the KP had the potential to attract tourists from across the world. He added that the people of his country loved skiing, and so were the people of Swat valley.
Senior Minister KP Atif Khan said, “KP Tourism Authority” has been established to boost tourism in the province.
“We have identified two places in Chitral and one in Hazara to establish skiing resort and attract the maximum number of tourists. Through tourism, we can present a better image of Pakistan,” said the senior minister.
He added that the people of KP needed peace and prosperity and tourism was a tool to achieve these objectives.
The senior minister praised the government of Switzerland for taking a keen interest in the development of Pakistan.
Atif Khan also said this region not only had beautiful landscapes but also centuries-old archaeological sites.
He said that these sites were a source of attractions for the lover of archaeology and also for the followers of Budha. Traditional music and food were presented to the guests from Switzerland
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K2 Kings delegation calls on tourism minister
LAHORE : A meeting was held between Minister for Tourism Raja Yassir Humayon Sarfraz and executive committee of K2 Kings Tourists Association of Pakistan at Minister Block Punjab Secretariat.
Minister and Association’s Sohail Yosuf (chairman), Ali Ahmad Tahir (president), Ahmad Junaid Zaidi (secretary information) discussed the problems of bikers tourists. Some useful suggestions for promotion of tourism and support for bikers’ community were also discussed in detail. Tourism minister showed his full cooperation with the Association for supporting the promotion of tourism. He also appreciated the efforts done by the Tourists Association and especially for promotion of bikers tourism.
The association also informed the minister about a tourism event with reference to Pakistan Day on 23 March, arranged at Kund Malir beach, Makran Coastal Highway, Balochistan. In this event, tourists and bikers are coming from all over the country. The association invited the Minister at Minar-e-Pakistan in a ceremony from where bikers will depart for Kund Malir, which he accepted. The delegation of association also presented certificate of appreciation to the minister.
LAHORE : A meeting was held between Minister for Tourism Raja Yassir Humayon Sarfraz and executive committee of K2 Kings Tourists Association of Pakistan at Minister Block Punjab Secretariat.
Minister and Association’s Sohail Yosuf (chairman), Ali Ahmad Tahir (president), Ahmad Junaid Zaidi (secretary information) discussed the problems of bikers tourists. Some useful suggestions for promotion of tourism and support for bikers’ community were also discussed in detail. Tourism minister showed his full cooperation with the Association for supporting the promotion of tourism. He also appreciated the efforts done by the Tourists Association and especially for promotion of bikers tourism.
The association also informed the minister about a tourism event with reference to Pakistan Day on 23 March, arranged at Kund Malir beach, Makran Coastal Highway, Balochistan. In this event, tourists and bikers are coming from all over the country. The association invited the Minister at Minar-e-Pakistan in a ceremony from where bikers will depart for Kund Malir, which he accepted. The delegation of association also presented certificate of appreciation to the minister.
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Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Invites You to the Land of Hospitality, Culture, Tradition, History, heritage and mesmerizing landscapes.
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Samar Khan is in Madak Lasht, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Yesterday at 8:52 AM ·
In both 'biking' & 'Snowboarding', the common thing is to handle speed & to find your line downhill.
Thankful to Hindukush Snow Sports Club for involving different athletes in the event & letting us play our part in promoting snowsports.
#HSSC #North #adventuresports
Yesterday at 8:52 AM ·
In both 'biking' & 'Snowboarding', the common thing is to handle speed & to find your line downhill.
Thankful to Hindukush Snow Sports Club for involving different athletes in the event & letting us play our part in promoting snowsports.
#HSSC #North #adventuresports
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AJK to launch chopper service for promotion of tourism
Mushtaq Minhas says necessary steps are being taken for relaxation in restrictions for visit of foreign tourists, Chief secretary, information minister hold meeting with office-bearers of Pakistan Association of Tour Operators
AJK Chief Secretary Mathar Niaz Rana has said that Azad Jammu Kashmir is a state of diversified landscapes, mesmerizing sights and has potential of international tourism.
Addressing a meeting attended by Pakistan Association of Tour Operators on Saturday, he disclosed that steps are being taken for helicopter service to and from various mountainous scenic sites for the promotion of tourism.
“All the legal and constitutional responsibilities would be fulfilled for international tourists to make the job of tour operator easy,” he added.
Mushtaq Minhas says necessary steps are being taken for relaxation in restrictions for visit of foreign tourists, Chief secretary, information minister hold meeting with office-bearers of Pakistan Association of Tour Operators
AJK Chief Secretary Mathar Niaz Rana has said that Azad Jammu Kashmir is a state of diversified landscapes, mesmerizing sights and has potential of international tourism.
Addressing a meeting attended by Pakistan Association of Tour Operators on Saturday, he disclosed that steps are being taken for helicopter service to and from various mountainous scenic sites for the promotion of tourism.
“All the legal and constitutional responsibilities would be fulfilled for international tourists to make the job of tour operator easy,” he added.
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Korea offers equipment for conserving Buddhist heritage
Korean Ambassador Kwak Sung-Kyu said Pakistan has great potential for Buddhist religious tourism.
“The current government is working towards the safety of religious sites as well as promotion of tourism,” he said, adding that Pakistan was home to the largest number of Buddhist sites and that promotion of religious tourism can greatly stabilise the economy of Pakistan.
Talking to Daily Express, he termed Pakistan as a friendly nation for Korea and said that the ancient cultural and religious artifacts in Pakistan were very unique. He said that Pakistan was home to the most ancient heritage of Buddhism. We request the Pakistani government to take special care of our religious sites and preserve them for our future generations. As per its contract with the Pakistani government, he said, Korea will provide modern equipment for the discovery of precious artifacts and cultural sites in Pakistan.
Korean Ambassador Kwak Sung-Kyu said Pakistan has great potential for Buddhist religious tourism.
“The current government is working towards the safety of religious sites as well as promotion of tourism,” he said, adding that Pakistan was home to the largest number of Buddhist sites and that promotion of religious tourism can greatly stabilise the economy of Pakistan.
Talking to Daily Express, he termed Pakistan as a friendly nation for Korea and said that the ancient cultural and religious artifacts in Pakistan were very unique. He said that Pakistan was home to the most ancient heritage of Buddhism. We request the Pakistani government to take special care of our religious sites and preserve them for our future generations. As per its contract with the Pakistani government, he said, Korea will provide modern equipment for the discovery of precious artifacts and cultural sites in Pakistan.
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ISLAMABAD:
The snow covered mountains of Murree are not only showcasing beautiful scenery of snow nowadays, but have also become a point of attraction for tourists from all over Pakistan.
A huge number of tourists all across the country especially from Punjab visited Snow covered Malka-e-Kohsar, Murree on the weekend to enjoy the mesmerising spell of snowfall at its beautiful hills.
Murree is blanketed with white sheets of snow this season. Amid the new spell of snowfall, the markets and streets have come to life in Murree as people from different parts of the country started thronging to the area.
“The tourist inflow is likely to increase as visitors would visit key tourist spots after snowfall and the weekend will prove a boon for the hotel industry,” said tourist visiting in Murree.
“The snow fall has delighted me because I came from Lahore to enjoy it,” said Ahmad Raza a tourist.
Another tourist Hina Zia with her family was of the view that though the intense snowfall had made it difficult for them to move their vehicles on the road she was enjoying the weather.
She further said that she along with her family had arrived at the hill station from Wazirabad to enjoy weekend.
“People coming to enjoy the snow are advised to keep their tanks full,” he said while pointing to the long queue of stationary cars. He further urged visitors to bring proper winter gear including warm clothes and shoes. “Please don’t wear heels or dress shoes with leather soles.”
The snow covered mountains of Murree are not only showcasing beautiful scenery of snow nowadays, but have also become a point of attraction for tourists from all over Pakistan.
A huge number of tourists all across the country especially from Punjab visited Snow covered Malka-e-Kohsar, Murree on the weekend to enjoy the mesmerising spell of snowfall at its beautiful hills.
Murree is blanketed with white sheets of snow this season. Amid the new spell of snowfall, the markets and streets have come to life in Murree as people from different parts of the country started thronging to the area.
“The tourist inflow is likely to increase as visitors would visit key tourist spots after snowfall and the weekend will prove a boon for the hotel industry,” said tourist visiting in Murree.
“The snow fall has delighted me because I came from Lahore to enjoy it,” said Ahmad Raza a tourist.
Another tourist Hina Zia with her family was of the view that though the intense snowfall had made it difficult for them to move their vehicles on the road she was enjoying the weather.
She further said that she along with her family had arrived at the hill station from Wazirabad to enjoy weekend.
“People coming to enjoy the snow are advised to keep their tanks full,” he said while pointing to the long queue of stationary cars. He further urged visitors to bring proper winter gear including warm clothes and shoes. “Please don’t wear heels or dress shoes with leather soles.”
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Pakistan rolls out on-arrival visa policy for five countries on trial basis
March 9, 2019
Citizens of UK, Turkey, China, Malaysia and UAE will be given on arrival visa in first phase.
ISLAMABAD: The government on Saturday launched an on-arrival visa facility for citizens of five preferred countries on a trial basis.
Prime Minister Imran Khan would formally inaugurate the new visa policy on March 14, sources privy to the development told The Express Tribune.
Initially, citizens of United Kingdom, Turkey, China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates would be facilitated.
Moreover, all member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will be given on-arrival visa for 30 days once the policy is further expanded.
It is believed that the step was taken in view of Pakistan’s relations with countries in the region.
The new visa policy aims to bolster trade and foreign investment into the country.
Premier Imran has doubled down on the need to expand Pakistan’s tourism industry.
He has spoken of the potential for religious tourism, as well as, highlighting the diverse topography to attract foreigners to visit the country.
In January, 2019, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Pakistan (PTI) government had said it was easing travel restrictions in the hope of reviving tourism by offering visas on arrival to visitors from 50 countries and electronic visas to 175 nationalities.
The reforms, approved by the cabinet, would open up a new era for the tourism industry, which was devastated by terrorist violence after the September 11, 2001, attacks in the United States, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry had said.
The new visa regime comes after some countries eased travel advisories on Pakistan in light of improvements in security.
Pakistan was last a prominent tourist destination in the 1970s when the “hippie trail” brought Western travellers through the apricot and walnut orchards of the Swat Valley and Kashmir on their way to India and Nepal.
March 9, 2019
Citizens of UK, Turkey, China, Malaysia and UAE will be given on arrival visa in first phase.
ISLAMABAD: The government on Saturday launched an on-arrival visa facility for citizens of five preferred countries on a trial basis.
Prime Minister Imran Khan would formally inaugurate the new visa policy on March 14, sources privy to the development told The Express Tribune.
Initially, citizens of United Kingdom, Turkey, China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates would be facilitated.
Moreover, all member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will be given on-arrival visa for 30 days once the policy is further expanded.
It is believed that the step was taken in view of Pakistan’s relations with countries in the region.
The new visa policy aims to bolster trade and foreign investment into the country.
Premier Imran has doubled down on the need to expand Pakistan’s tourism industry.
He has spoken of the potential for religious tourism, as well as, highlighting the diverse topography to attract foreigners to visit the country.
In January, 2019, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Pakistan (PTI) government had said it was easing travel restrictions in the hope of reviving tourism by offering visas on arrival to visitors from 50 countries and electronic visas to 175 nationalities.
The reforms, approved by the cabinet, would open up a new era for the tourism industry, which was devastated by terrorist violence after the September 11, 2001, attacks in the United States, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry had said.
The new visa regime comes after some countries eased travel advisories on Pakistan in light of improvements in security.
Pakistan was last a prominent tourist destination in the 1970s when the “hippie trail” brought Western travellers through the apricot and walnut orchards of the Swat Valley and Kashmir on their way to India and Nepal.
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According to record available Amin Brakk was first attempted in May 1996 and again in 1997 by Basque climbers Jon Lazkano and Adolfo Madinabeitia. Who had to turn back only 300m from the summit due to bad weather? Finally Amin Brakk received its successful first ascent by Spanish climber Silvia Vidal, Pep Masip and Miguel Puigdomenech in August, 1999 and name this peak to their beloved cook "AMIN..
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