Pakistan rally arrives in Tehran to promote tourism
The Peace and Friendship Rally from Pakistan, aimed at fostering cultural exchange between the two nations, reached Tehran on December 13.
The event, hosted by the Pakistani Embassy in Tehran, welcomed a group of Pakistani off-road lovers who have been touring various cities in Iran under the banner of peace and friendship.
Muhammad Mudassir Tipu, the Ambassador of Pakistan to Tehran, in his exclusive interview with Iran Daily reporter expressed his delight at their presence in Iran, adding that the purpose of the rally is to strengthen the friendly ties between Iran and Pakistan while promoting tourism to Iran.
The envoy emphasized the importance of expanding cultural programs between the two countries, expressing hope that such initiatives would lead to improved relations and increased familiarity between the people of Iran and Pakistan.
Mukarram Khan Tareen, the leader of the Pakistani off-road jeep riders, provided details of their journey to Iran. The 20-member group, including two women and two children, began their journey from Lahore on November 29, traveling in six off-road vehicles.
Tareen highlighted their meetings with Iranian travel agencies during the trip, discussing tourism opportunities.
The rally, spanning 25 days, has taken the participants through cities such as Zahedan, Bam, Kerman, Pasargadae, Shiraz, Isfahan, and Qom, with stops planned in Qazvin, Zanjan, Masuleh, Rasht, Ramsar, Sabzevar, Neyshabur, Mashhad, and Zahedan, before returning to Lahore via Sistan and Baluchestan.
Tareen praised Iran as a beautiful country with hospitable people, stating their intention to organize a photo exhibition in Pakistan showcasing the tourist attractions and beauty of Iran captured during their journey.