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Lok Virsa Museum

Garden Avenue | Shakarparian Hills, Islamabad, Pakistan
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Ranked #6 of 18 attractions in Islamabad
Type: Museums
Most recent review
- Jan 11, 2013
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Islamabad
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2013

Gen observation easily reflect mis-management, lack of desire to do things in a right way, disorganized beautification, mostly littered, refreshment are inadequate and sub-standard garden is official friendly rather than being public. Folk performers are not fed and paid properly, nor are the items inside well presented involving cheap shortcuts. Not recommended for tourists organized visit.

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Bannu Cantonment, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2012

I loved all the statues outside and inside.they looked so real.it was so big.i brought a souvenir for my brother who wasn't there.i had a great time.

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Islamabad, Pakistan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

Very good and well managed museum with such eye-catching attractions that take you back to the past. All the colors of Pakistan are well presented and defines all the cultures and marvelous history of the country well. Must visit this place.

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Islamabad, Pakistan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2012

indeed museum is a worth visiting place but to double the charm u must visit VIRSA CAFE adjacent to the museum. .A traditionally designed restaurant where you can enjoy the proper desi cuisine in a setting that is both ethnic and modern. This new addition to the Lok Virsa facilities has been declared a culinary trea for the palate by... More

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Islamabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2012

Excellent presentation of local tradition and for presentation to visitors visitng Paksitan giving an insight of Paksitan culture.

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Islamabad, Pakistan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 29, 2012

If you are interested in how the people have their life and how the artist present themselves in various parts of the country you can find it at one place the Lok Virsa museum

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Islamabad
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2012

Although I would like give the Lok Virsa Museum a poor rating because of various reasons, it is still the only cultural museum in Islamabad. It is oveall a decent effort by the GOP to place exhibits that reflect the rural culture of our country. The souvenier shops are there to rob as many visitors as possible but oh well... More

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Islamabad, Pakistan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2012

If you just glance at the exhibits, you already need 1 hour but if you are really interested in the culture and the explanations, than plan at least 2 hours. Also their inside shops have very good prices (orn little selection) and the outside shops give you a good diversity of the nice artisan work from Pakistan. Across the road... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 26, 2012

I spent 2+ hours here just browsing the different venues of cultural history . . . a great way to understand the Pakistani & surrounding culture. Definitely worth the visit . . .!

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Islamabad, Pakistan
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

not much to see but a good place to pass some extra time! helps that they have AC!

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