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Precious reathat I want to share about the interesting life in the country whose culture stands out all over the world (Pakistan). Where Pakistani civil society works hard to maintain something very important: its vibrant culture.
✓Thanks to its people in history, geography and ethnicity, the culture of Pakistan is of Indian, Persian, Afghan, Central Asian, South Asian and Western influences. There are more than 15 ethnic groups in Pakistan with different physical characteristics, historical lineages, customs, clothing, food and music.
✓The official number of languages spoken in Pakistan is between 73 and 76, in turn in different districts of the country, there are languages that other groups in different regions do not speak. The most popular of languages, it belongs to the largest ethnic groups with their own modern and ancient literature, such as short stories, philosophy, poetry, academia, and religious and spiritual writings.
✓Pakistanis love to listen and make music. Different cultures have exposed Pakistani musicians to many different poetic forms and styles, along with languages and literature. Pakistanis love the Coke Studio TV show, which has gained millions of fans internationally and locally.
✓Legendary singers came out, such as Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and poets such as Faiz Ahmed Faiz, who have left an imprint on the culture and collective consciousness of the people. Contemporary musicians have also made their mark and developed fusions in the Urdu language, of blues, funk, rock and jazz.
✓They care a lot about keeping families together, for spiritual, cultural, economic and social reasons. Pakistani society is very supportive of collectivism, where family and other relationships help each other.
✓Its craftsmanship is spectacular with great style and aesthetics. Includes a large number of styles, materials. Arabic calligraphy is one of the amazing skills and is found in many local buildings and tapestries such as copper works, paintings, and carved wood. Especially blue pottery, typical of Sindh and Multan, is loved all over the world for its appearance. Naqashi, or the artistic creation of camel skin lamps, is another long local handicraft with colored tiles, which is a Mughal legacy.
✓Pakistanis love chai (a very rich spicy aromatic tea), Pakistanis prepare their strong and sweet tea with milk or diluted milk, depending on their preference. Tea time is a very important time of the day, many enjoy tea in five-star hotels, which basically include a buffet of teas and all the complementary snacks that accompany it.
✓Pakistanis are very hospitable to Guests, tourists and visitors, whether national or international, they are always cared for in a unique way. They express love and respect towards the guests. In Islam, a guest is a blessing from God and is taught that he should receive the best possible treatment.
✓Pakistanis love sports, especially cricket. Other sports, such as hockey, squash and badminton, are also widely practiced and appreciated. Polo also has a special place in northern Pakistan, with one of the highest polo fields in the world.
✓Pakistanis celebrate spectacular weddings loaded with a multitude of colors, beautifully embroidered fabrics that flow into silks and chiffons, good food, traditionally decorated stages and lots of music and dancing. Preparations for a wedding in Pakistan begin months before. Most local weddings last 3-6 days. They begin with the application of henna to the hair to make them look beautiful, followed by an evening of music and traditional rituals to bless the couple.