Sunday, February 10, 2013 – Islamabad \u2014Viewing Turkey through the lens of Erkut Onart was pleasantly refreshing for many as the photographs reflected a Turkey, culturally rich and diverse. Erkut Onart\u2019s photography exhibition titled \u201cTurkey: the land where climates, people and cultures meet\u201d that opened here at Satrang Gallery was attended by art enthusiast and diplomats. Mr. Onart himself, H.E Babur Hizlan, Ambassador of Turkey, and Faisal Karim Kundi, Deputy Speaker of National Assembly were the chief guests at the occasion. The exhibition is first of the events as part of the cultural activities between Pakistan and Turkey. \u201c2013-2014 would be celebrated as the Cultural Years of Turkey in Pakistan and Pakistan in Turkey to strengthen the ties of the two countries\u201d said the Turkish Ambassador, Babur Hizlan. Faisal Kundi hoped that Pakistani artists would also go to Turkey under the cultural exchange program.<\/p>\n
The vibrant photographs, portraying places, people, architecture and landscapes of Turkey, depicted a rich culture full of diversity. \u201cMr. Onart has truly captured the beauty and spirit of the people and places of Turkey,\u201d said Asma Khan, director of the Gallery. Every photograph allows a glance into nature, ambiance, people and places of different cultures. \u201cEach photo reflects a different region of Turkey and is a great opportunity for Pakistanis to learn about the country\u201d remarked Madame Hizlan.<\/p>\n
The exhibition reflects the diversity and richness of the Turkish culture. \u201cIt is refreshing and different from what we generally see in Turkish dramas on our (Pakistani) channels\u201d said Ahsan Akhtar, a visitor, who was impressed enough to plan a visit to Turkey.<\/p>\n
Places of Istanbul are the highlight of the exhibition but the photographer has brought out other striking places as well such as the city of Bursa and Konya, city of Rumi and the Whirling Dervishes. Photographs of the Blue Mosque, the prestigious landmark of Istanbul; photo Dolmabahce Palace, in all its glory, stood tall among other photos on display.<\/p>\n
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