Culture Wing Government of the Punjab

24/04/2024

April : purple patch

27/03/2024

Camel caravans

02/03/2024

For the Awajún people of northern Peru, pottery is not just a craft, but a of their deep connection with nature. From collecting materials to finishing touches, each step holds rich meanings and values passed down through generations in their oral traditions. The beautifully decorated pots, adorned with intricate geometrical patterns inspired by elements of nature, serve as a reflection of their intimate relationship with the world around them. Inscribed in 2021 on the unesco List, Awajún pottery represents a powerful tool for Indigenous women’s self-expression, generosity, and empowerment. Through nurturing and cultivating the plants used in making and decorating their pots, they not only preserve a thousand-year-old tradition but also celebrate their strength and resilience. Discover more on UNESCO’s initiatives safeguarding : https://on.unesco.org/40BreQD

05/02/2024

23/01/2024

30/12/2023

Preserving our is essential for celebrating diversity and promoting cultural understanding. Today and everyday, let’s protect these living traditions that connect us to our rich cultural legacy. Join us: https://ich.unesco.org/en/home

20/12/2023

Derawar Fort (Punjabi, Urdu: قِلعہ ڈیراور) is a fortress in Ahmadpur East Tehsil of Bahawalpur District in the Punjab, Pakistan.

Approximately 20 km south of the city of Ahmedpur East, the forty bastions of Derawar are visible for many miles in the Cholistan Desert. The walls have a perimeter of 1500 metres and stand up to thirty metres high.

Derawar and the Desert Forts of Cholistan were submitted by the Government of Pakistan in 2016 to be considered as a World Heritage Site. It is currently on the UNESCO tentative list.

The structures are reminiscent of ancient stops during trading routes in a desert largely lacking water.

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14/12/2023

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10/12/2023

06/12/2023

Forests are a lifeline for over 1.6 billion people worldwide - providing medicine, food, fuel & shelter. Let's work together to protect these vital ecosystems and support the more than 2,000 indigenous cultures who depend on them. 🌳🌿 Read more: https://whc.unesco.org/en/forests/

27/11/2023

World Olive Tree Day was proclaimed at the 40th session of the UNESCO General Conference in 2019 and takes place on 26 November every year.

The olive tree, specifically the olive branch, holds an important place in the minds of men and women. Since ancient times, it has symbolized peace, wisdom and harmony and as such is important not just to the countries where these noble trees grow, but to people and communities around the world.

There is much to learn, share and celebrate on World Olive Tree Day, and UNESCO encourages everyone to join in through various activities such as debates, conferences, workshops, cultural events and presentations or exhibitions.

25/11/2023

Winter floral spring

18/11/2023

Pottery

12/11/2023

Handmade

12/11/2023

Sun set

09/11/2023

Crafts

29/10/2023

For 20 years, UNESCO has illuminated the richness of cultural heritage, celebrating our in all its colourful variety. Today, safeguarding traditional practices remains a priority.✨Let’s honour the diversity of our shared heritage: https://ich.unesco.org/en/home

19/10/2023

In the forthcoming Lok Virsa cultural festival, the melodious chimta and thundering dhol beats will set the stage alive. These traditional instruments promise a rhythmic journey into cultural heritage, elevating the festival's spirit. Don't miss the musical spectacle next month!

19/10/2023

At Lok Virsa's annual cultural festival, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa pavilion features a traditional tea stall. Here, the aromatic teas offer a sensory journey, blending rich flavors that evoke the region's distinctive culture.