[Pakistan] Unique Crafts from the Legendary Land of Hunza
Unique Crafts from the Legendary Land of Hunza
PAN proudly launches a new Arts & Crafts category on its E-commerce
Mall, under the Mail Order System [http://www.panasia.org.sg/mos/ ].
Making a debut here are genuine Hunza handcrafted products from the
spectacular Karakoram mountains of northern Pakistan. Located on the old
Silk Route, Hunza, a Shangri-la on earth, has a very rich history and
cultural heritage, which has shaped the special traditions of the area.
The craft items offered are of unique quality, comprising embroidery,
carpets, traditional goat/yak hair rugs (Sharma), wood carvings, musical
instruments and fabrics. Adapting traditional motifs and designs, the
Thread Net Hunza project [http://www.threadnethunza.com/ ] has transformed
local crafts into globally marketable products and generates work and
income for about 2000 women producers. These beautiful items are made with
affection by local famous artisans and are of the highest quality. The
proceeds from the sale of these products are reinvested in the local
communities to improve their skills and develop sustainable markets for
their products.
The project is supported by the Karakoram Area Development
Organization (KADO), a non-profit community-based organization
working to promote sustainable development of mountain areas in
northern Pakistan. The organization promotes culture-sensitive and
environment-friendly micro-enterprises, creating village-based
employment for poor women, men and disadvantaged groups of the
community. The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation provides
financial support to KADO.
PAN warmly welcomes KADO as our latest e-commerce partner in
development.
[from http://www.panasia.org.sg/]
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