Lok Virsa Museum
Lok Virsa Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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4.5
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MJ-Sid
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA330 contributions
Jul 2022
This was by far the hidden surprise of our visit to Islamabad. It was very well kept and the descriptions of the various displays were very informative. Different regions, ethnicities and civilizations were quite skillfully represented. I would definitely recommend a visit to this museum.
Written 25 July 2022
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psetna
256 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
This is such a well-maintained museum that takes you on a tour of Pakistan through the years, all while highlighting the different cultures by state (province) in the country as well. You get to see different art forms, like calligraphy, pottery, weaving, music too. The entry fees are minimal and the are is clean and well organized.
Written 23 February 2023
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nadia a
Islamabad, Pakistan6 contributions
Oct 2012 • Friends
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.
Written 15 November 2012
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Loraine T
New Jersey209 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
I visit Lok Virsa on a regular basis. I love walking through the museum and the bazaar. There is so much to see, so much to learn, great food and some awesome shop keepers. If you are in Islamabad. You shouldn’t skip this.
Written 27 May 2018
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Virdah K
1 contribution
Mar 2018 • Solo
Heritage Museum, Faiz Heritage Library,Lok Khaba, Sharbat Point, Artisan Bazar, Craft Bazar, An Open Air Theatre, A Media Centre, Zarsanga Hall, Mai Bhagi Hall, Museum Hall and Pakistan Monument Museum, Lok Virsa houses all these unique and incredible places with the slight exception that Pakistan Monument Museum is located atop the Shakarpariyan Hill next to the Pakistan Monument(which is administered by CDA). Some reviewers have said that a visit to Heritage Museum requires half a day, but in reality the time required to take in the scope and beauty offered by Lok Virsa is actually a week at the minimum because there are various programs which take place at Lok Virsa in different parts of the week. Media centre is home to Mandwa Film Club which plays a different movie every Saturday. An Open Mic takes place on Thursday and Sunday. Now the Faiz Heritage Library has started it's own literary series for youth. Overall, the place is a bustling hub of activities focused on advancing cultures of Pakistan. If you want to subscribe to the various programs happening at Lok Virsa then walk into the ED block and get yourself registered by giving your email ID and phone number. Visit the Lok Virsa page on Facebook to remain in the know. And oh yes, one vital detail which I am getting my head around to now, is that Lok Virsa is the body which administers the all-popular Heritage Museum. While the museum brilliantly showcases ethnology of Pakistan, Lok Virsa works on various other cultural aspects. So there's that too. It's really a gem of a place.
Written 4 March 2018
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Inam K
Islamabad, Pakistan582 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
The lol virsa museum is a national centre of folk heritage and impressive art museum. Built amongst the beautiful shakarparian hills the place contains rich collections of art fro all parts of Pakistan
Written 15 October 2016
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carolineswe
Meudon-la-Foret, France17 contributions
Sept 2015 • Solo
place dedicated to Pakistan's heritage. well worth to see the ethnography, history and culture and the different communities that make up Pakistan.
Some good Qawwali singers perform outside the museum and they are worth listening to.
Some good Qawwali singers perform outside the museum and they are worth listening to.
Written 10 September 2015
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qs786
Nottingham, UK317 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
The museum inside was very interesting was not signposted well enough, it have an insight into arts & crafts and is part of the Islamabad tourist tour
Written 14 January 2020
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Shoaib S
Tyngsboro, MA253 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
There is a very nominal entrance fee, and it was good to note that the entry fee for foreigners is much higher (still peanuts if you convert it into dollars!). The museum is surprisingly well laid out and well-maintained, so that it’s easy to go through it systematically. The setups and props provide a wonderful insight into Pakistan’s colorful history and culture, from well before the time of the advent of Islam in the region to the present day. The mannequins have better and more realistic features than Madame Tussaud’s! TVs are installed throughout the museum, which constantly show videos on our rich handicrafts industry; I was particularly fascinated by the amazing art of ajrak-making by block-print. Outside, there are some snack shops as well as several shops selling handicrafts. My only complaint is that it was rather warm and stuffy inside the museum, and they should improve the air-conditioning and ventilation system. A must-see when visiting Islamabad.
Written 31 July 2018
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Salman Khalid
Rawalpindi, Pakistan14 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
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)
On the down side exhibits are not adequately introduced and even some items have no introductory tag or something.
Highly recommended to everyone.
9 out of 10
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)
On the down side exhibits are not adequately introduced and even some items have no introductory tag or something.
Highly recommended to everyone.
9 out of 10
Written 28 June 2013
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Can you access the museum on a wheelchair?
Written 17 July 2019
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