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Heritage Museum (Urdu: لوک ورثہ عجائب گھر), also known as Lok Virsa Museum, is a museum administered and managed by Lok Virsa - National Institute of Folk & Traditional Heritage. It is a museum of history and culture in Islamabad, Pakistan, located on the Shakarparian Hills showcasing the living cultures of Pakistan.
Lok Virsa is a cultural organization that promotes and preserves the rich and diverse heritage of Pakistan. It has a museum, a library, a media centre, a research centre and a publishing house.
Lok Virsa - A one of a kind museum in Pakistan, is definitely worth a visit whoever comes to Islamabad. The museum showcases the rich cultural heritage of country. Student tickets available and photography inside the museum is allowed now (wasn't allowed when I visited 2 years earlier)
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Lok Virsa Museum. 169 reviews. #5 of 67 things to do in Islamabad. Speciality Museums. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Write a review. What people are saying. By vikskio. “ best museum in islamabad ” Jun 2023. the museum is at the grounds of a market with local art and traditional clothes, woodwork, paintings etc. especially...
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- Garden Avenue Shakarparian Hills, Islamabad
Lok Virsa Museum is a treasure trove of Pakistani culture, art, and history. The museum offers a diverse and exciting collection of traditional Pakistani art and artifacts, as well as cultural events, a library, and an archive.
Lok Virsa Museum houses a fascinating array of traditional handicrafts including embroidered costumes, old jewellery and intricate woodcarvings - it is well worth a visit. The reference library has resources on history, art, crafts, traditional music and ethnography.
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Jun 2, 2023 · With its beautifully curated displays and interactive exhibits, Lok Virsa Museum serves as a window into the rich tapestry of Pakistan’s cultural identity. It is a must-visit destination for those interested in exploring the country’s diverse traditions and celebrating its artistic legacy.