Nishtar Hall
Nishtar Hall is a cultural centre and music venue in Peshawar, Pakistan. It was established to promote and represent the Pashtun culture and music. Hall was established in 1985.[1] It is an only and large entertainment venue in Peshawar with a capacity of 600 people. It remained closed for eight years and opened again in 2000s.[2]
History[]
Hall was established in 1985 to promote culture of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.[3] It was named after a Pashtun freedom fighter Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar. In start it was organised by the Abasin Arts Council and later by Cultural Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.[4]
References[]
- ^ "Music returns to Nishtar Hall". himalmag.com. Retrieved March 5, 2013.
- ^ "Nishtar Hall sees some entertainment after 8-year break". The Express Tribune. November 1, 2012. Retrieved March 5, 2013.
- ^ KP government opens concert hall after 8 long years"Nishtar Hall colours to return soon". centralasiaonline.com. October 23, 2010. Retrieved March 5, 2013.
- ^ "Nishtar Hall to host musical concert today after five years". dailytimes.com.pk. May 27, 2008. Retrieved March 5, 2013.
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