Cultural, Religious Tourism Could Improve Pak’s Soft Image

News Desk

Islamabad: Religious and cultural tourism would improve connectivity between different nations and cultures, and would open up opportunities to highlight the country’s soft image at the international level, said Prime Minister Task Force on Gandhara Tourism Chairman Dr Ramesh Kumar Vankwani on Tuesday.

“Through cultural diplomacy, we can build bridges and foster greater understanding,”Dr Ramesh Kumar added.

Pakistan is a safe country for tourism that attracts swathes of local and foreign tourists to explore its architectural beauty, he further said.

Addressing the Gandhara Symposium 2023 in Islamabad, Chairman further stated that the international symposium would aid in promoting the nation’s potential for religious tourism.

Dr. Vankwani also emphasised greater academic research, archaeological excavation and dissemination of knowledge to uncover new sites and enrich our understanding of the magnificent civilization of Gandhara.

It is pertinent to mention here that the sole objective of the Gandhara Symposium is to create awareness about Gandhara and to promote and highlight the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Pakistan at home and abroad.