Pakistan becomes preferred tourist destination for domestic, international tourists

A view of the Samsons Malam Jaba Tourist Resort [the erstwhile PTDC Motel] being reconstructed. (AN photo)

• The improved security situation, upgraded road and communication infrastructure, modern traveling and residential facilities have made Pakistan a preferred tourist destination for domestic and international tourists
• A website titled “Decouvrez le Pakistan” was launched in French language to facilitate and encourage French tourists visiting Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The improved security situation, upgraded road and communication infrastructure, modern traveling and residential facilities have made Pakistan a preferred tourist destination for domestic and international tourists.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to France, Moin-ul- Haque, said this during the inaugural ceremony of special Tourist Information Counter at the Embassy of Pakistan in Paris. The counter is established to facilitate and encourage French tourists visiting Pakistan, said a message received here on Tuesday.
In this regard, a website titled “Decouvrez le Pakistan” to promote Pakistan tourism in French language was also launched on the occasion.
He said that the tourist information counter and the website were launched to highlight tourism potential of Pakistan, create bilateral institutional linkages between tour operators of the two countries and provide useful information on tourist sites to the French tourists.
The Ambassador encouraged the French tour operators to introduce Pakistan-specific tour packages in coordination with their Pakistani counterparts to help French tourists and adventure seekers to experience Pakistan’s scenic valleys, majestic mountains, marvelous Mughal monuments and archaeological treasures, relish Sufi musical traditions and enjoy the legendary hospitality of its
people.
A number of French journalists and travelers gave presentations about their visits and experiences in Pakistan.
Mr. Paul Gasnier, a writer and adventurist and frequent traveler to Pakistan, spoke about the scenic places of Gilgit Baltistan, Shendur Festival and ancient cities of Pakistan.
Ms. Oriane Zerah, a French photographer, shared her experiences of traveling along the mighty river Indus in pursuit of her photographic project in Pakistan.
Mr. David Sermiento-Castillo, a French archaeologist and historian, apprised the audience about archaeological treasures of Pakistan
Mr. Michel Galenine spoke about the Mongol monuments and cultural & heritage diversity of Pakistan. Ms. Alix Philippon, a French scholar who is associated with Pakistan for the last 20 years, dwelled upon Sufi traditions and shared her experiences in Pakistan.