‘Colours of Islamabad’ opens

Islamabad : A two-day cultural festival ‘Colours of Islamabad’ started on Saturday here at Arts and Crafts Village with family fun activities and recreational opportunities.

The festival was focused on celebrating Pakistan’s culture, heritage, lifestyle, musical traditions and handcrafted products to promote and preserve the dying arts, crafts and traditions for the young generation as well as engage youngsters in healthy activities, said the organizers.

This festival is an opportunity for culture lovers and youth as its objective is learning and fun for all.

The festival features cultural information, shopping opportunity, cuisines, music and family fun activities for the residents of twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Artistically designed cultural pavilions displayed art, crafts, handmade, cultural products, clothing, fashion, beauty accessories, food stalls and other activities to provide recreational opportunities to the visitors.

It has learning sessions, craft making sessions, debates, storytelling, fun competitions, youth art competitions, art exhibition, violin and guitar sessions for youth and infotainment that focus on the rich diversity of cultural heritage of the country.