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Old city of Zeugma on Euphrates river flourished under Greek and then Roman rule before it was destroyed in war

Speakers discuss the origins, significance and poetry of Sufism

Cultural institutions, beliefs and practices undermine women’s autonomy and contribute to gender-based violence

One million visitors thronged island city to admire cultural feat in debut year, suggest reports

Pakistan and China to further strengthen their relations in the field of culture

Highlights include live folk performances by artistes from across the country

The food of any country represents its culture says the Hungarian ambassador

A five-ensemble violin performance will be held in four cities of Pakistan in the coming week

The 114th annual urs of Hazrat Syed Waris Ali Shah and Hazrat Gul Bhai Warsi was celebrated

Chohan said that the provincial government is drafting a comprehensive policy for the welfare of artists

 Suleman’s exhibition brings conflict zones closer to the eye

This year's German Weeks will cover a wide range of themes, including German Academic Day

Top photographs from events around the world

Before Independence, Dera was the only district in what was then NWFP home to a significant Hindu community

Kongthong has long been cut off from the rest of the world

Afghanistan's Charlie Chaplin says he has witnessed suicide attacks, explosions and threats from militant groups

Pakistan Festival,
Global Village concludes at Lok Virsa

'Postmen in the Mountains' to celebrate cultural ties of two friendly countries

The environment of a library teaches us discipline, says Prof Sherwani

Yan offers frank portrayals of Chinese life prompting years of state censorship

Punjab IG Police suggests while naming the police stations an area’s history and culture should be kept in mind

Havana could be compared to the colorful 1950s classic American cars that fill its roads

Head of Sakafat Arts Forum Dr Memoona Khayal told APP that various colourful cultural activities were to take place

A little-known hillside neighbourhood resides in the heart of Athens

Plaque has been dated to the 3rd century AD during the reign of the Roman Empire

A musical night of Sufi Rang with the title of “Ki Jana Mein Kaon” was held at RAC

Cultural directorate of the province was directed on Thursday to do more to excavate heritage sites

Policy grants industry status to film sector, setting up film academy, abolition of duty on import of film equipment

Senate committee has suggested considering ‘heritage’ as a national issue and not subjecting it to devolution

Ramazan drummers once were central to sehri waking rituals, now more and more Pakistanis rely on digital alarms

The measure is aimed at protecting the archaeological site which is on the world heritage list

Each of the Quran's pages were produced by hand in a painstaking process with a team of 38 calligraphers and artists

Sindhi handicrafts made by rural women were exhibited at Dolmen Mall

Archaeology directorate says they are working to excavate and preserve the site

The goal is to create a true cultural industry, with theatres, cinemas and training centres

Goethe-Institut Pakistan hosts show drawing comparisons between art scene in Germany and Pakistan

Campaign to mark May 19 as Hazara Cultural Day launched

Copy pasting the MeToo movement in Pakistan without a local context is perhaps the single biggest disservice

Information minister opens three-day free entry public event

Ajoka followed and the rest is history known to all with an interest in a theatre with a social conscience

The main features of the mela include works by young artisans, live folk music and folk dance performances

Emphasis on increasing mutual touristic exchange, linkages between the two countries was discussed

Festival was hosted by Cultoor, an organisation working on cross-border cultural connections in central and south Asia

Museum, with the ceiling decorated with Chinese red lanterns, introduces the history of China

Projects from various artists will be exhibited at venues across the city

Still face lack of education, harassment, limited mobility

Sindh’s musicians given a chance to showcase their talent, interact with industry bigwigs

Festival continues till tomorrow

Paintings, photographs and documentaries produced during exchange programme showcased

The minister said that Pakistan will participate for the first time in the Shanghai Beijing film festival