Culture of Islamabad

The Faisal Mosque is an important cultural landmark of Islamabad.

This article relates to topics about the culture of Islamabad (Urdu: ثقافت اسلام آباد). Being the capital of the country, Islamabad has a modern culture that is at synch with other internationalised cities. It has a relatively recent history, being established as a planned city just 50 years ago. Islamabad has a reputation of being a thriving, business-minded capital that lies in the centre of Pakistan's growing urbanised scene. The white marble Faisal Mosque, which is an important landmark of the city one of the largest mosques in the world, is a central point of tourists as is the bustling Jinnah Market. The Islamabad Museum contains many relics and artifacts dating back to the Gandhara period of the region, an intriguing fusion of Buddhist and Graeco-Roman styles.^[1]

The living culture of Islamabad and Pakistan is best explored at Lok Virsa Museum, as well as the Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage in Shakarparian Park.

Cuisine

Many different types of Pakistani cuisine as well as international cuisine have developed a trail in the city's culinary scene. Fast food chains are common as are traditional food outlets. According to the British Airways, "locals in Islamabad love their lamb" and "alcohol-free Islamabad is a great spot for a detox – refresh with creamy lassis made from yoghurt and flavoured with salt, sugar or mangoes."^[1]

Popular culture

Entrance of the National Art Gallery in Islamabad

Islamabad is frequently mentioned and referred to in popular culture and fiction. The 2010 movie Slackistan is notably based on young teenagers living in Islamabad.

See also

• Culture of Karachi
• Culture of Lahore

References

1. ^ ^{a b} Islamabad, British Airways