Often found at theaters and museums, Kwon Mee-yoo has covered a wide range of cultural fields from K-pop and dramas to theater and fine art for over a decade. Now as K-Culture Desk editor, she tries to connect Korean culture with global readers through fresh perspectives.
Photo exhibition on Pakistan highlights nature, culture
Sara Sarwar, charge d'affaires at the Embassy of Pakistan in Korea, speaks during the opening ceremony of a photo exhibition titled "A Journey through Pakistan" at Dongjak Art Gallery in Seoul, Feb. 3. Courtesy of Embassy of Pakistan in Korea
By Kwon Mee-yoo
By Kwon Mee-yoo
The Embassy of Pakistan in Korea hosted a photo exhibition titled "A Journey through Pakistan" at Dongjak Art Gallery from Feb. 3 to 5, giving a peek into the beautiful natural environment and rich culture of the country.
Put on display at the gallery were photos depicting Pakistan's unique landscape such as Katpana Desert, Baltoro Glacier and Hingol National Park as well as religious landmarks including Katas Raj Temples and Shah Jahan Mosque.
Sara Sarwar, charge d'affaires at the Embassy of Pakistan in Korea, said the exhibit is a precursor to Pakistan Day, which falls on March 23, and which she hopes will introduce the country to the people of Korea.
"In 'A Journey through Pakistan,' we have tried to highlight a few key things including the ancient heritage sites of Pakistan, the beautiful and scenic landscapes, people of Pakistan and, last but not the least, a place that is called Heaven on Earth, which is Kashmir," Sarwar said.
"Pakistan has different regions and every region is unique in terms of its identity, its culture, its food and handicraft. I'm sure that you can have a fair idea of Pakistan through this exhibition."
"A Journey through Pakistan" sheds light on the unique landscapes and culture of Pakistan. Courtesy of Embassy of Pakistan in Korea
Many of the locations on view are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, demonstrating Pakistan's rich cultural heritage.
The exhibit also shows Pakistan's religious diversity and tolerance. Takht-i-Bahi is the ruins of a Buddhist monastic complex, while the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartar Pur is a holy site of Sikhism, significant in relation to the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak.
Dongjak Art Gallery, in Seoul's Boramae Park, is a former Air Force chapel building converted into a gallery.
"I really like this building because it has historical significance that adds to the value of this exhibition," Sarwar said.