Eco-tourism in the village Baradpani
In 2017, the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) collaborated with Grassroutes Journeys to set up a tourism project with the purpose of generating livelihoods for the local community.
Tourism Promotion
The Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan: An award-winning green tourist destination
In Tajikistan, Pamir Eco-Cultural Tourism Association was established in 2008 with the support of the Mountain Societies Development Support Programme, a project of the Aga Khan Foundation. It aims to help alleviate poverty in a way that is not only effective, but also sustainable. It is doing this by promoting the region as a new tourism destination. It is also supporting local people in the remote mountain villages of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region by helping them develop skill sets that are building the tourism sector.
The Aga Khan Development Network in Pakistan
The Aga Khan Development Network in Pakistan, operating for over 110 years in education, healthcare, early childhood development, habitat, livelihoods, agriculture, microfinance, culture and economic development.
The Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan: An award-winning green tourist destination
Pamir Eco-Cultural Tourism Association (PECTA) was established in 2008 with the support of the Mountain Societies Development Support Programme (MSDSP), a project of the Aga Khan Foundation. It aims to help alleviate poverty in a way that is not only effective, but also sustainable.
The Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan: An award-winning green tourist destination
Pamir Eco-Cultural Tourism Association (PECTA) was established in 2008 with the support of the Mountain Societies Development Support Programme (MSDSP), a project of the Aga Khan Foundation. It aims to help alleviate poverty in a way that is not only effective, but also sustainable. It is doing this by promoting the region as a new tourism destination. It is also supporting local people in the remote mountain villages of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO) by helping them develop skill sets that are building the tourism sector.
Sustainable Tourism in Northern Pakistan
The agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), particularly the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC), have played a vital role in the restoration of a number of heritage projects in northern Pakistan. Committed to sustainable development, AKTC has restored Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, Shigar Fort, Khaplu Palace and the Wali’s Residence, and handed over these assets to Serena Hotels Pakistan to ensure that the properties are well taken care of and appreciated, as Serena Hotels – part of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development – offer opportunities for sustainable heritage tourism.
Tajikistan Independence Day
For more than 25 years and through most of the country’s post-independence history, the AKDN has worked towards the vision of an economically dynamic, politically stable, intellectually vibrant and culturally tolerant Tajikistan.
Mountaineer Sirbaz Khan climbs world’s 12th highest mountain
On 12 July, mountaineer Sirbaz Khan has successfully climbed the summit of the world’s 12th highest mountain Broad Peak. Serena Hotels has been supporting Sirbaz Khan on his "Mission Summit 14". "It is a great privilege for us to support Sirbaz Khan on his expedition. We have been supporting talent to promote adventure tourism where needed and try to bring diverse experiences to our community through our various initiatives," Serena Hotels CEO Aziz Boolani said. The Adventure Diplomacy Initiative by Serena Hotels aims to encourage human engagement with nature in ways that test physical prowess, endurance and commitment.
Aga Khan played important role for promoting Tourism, says President of Pakistan Arif Alvi
At the three-day international conference on Mountaineering, Eco Tourism and Hospitality hosted by Serena Hotels at the Karakorum International University, President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi has lauded His Highness for promoting Tourism in Gilgit Baltistan. He said His highness has played an important role for the promotion of Tourism by opening the Altit and Baltit forts to the public.
International conference on mountaineering, eco-tourism to be held in Karakorum
In Pakistan, Serena Hotels will host the country's first international conference on mountaineering, eco-tourism and hospitality in Karakorum International University Hunza campus under its Public diplomacy initiative. The three day conference, commencing on 27 June, aims to develop inclusive and informed discourse on relevant topics to create a culture of understanding through informed and diverse perspectives. Serena Hotels Pakistan also initiated Karighar-Women Skills Development project which works in the areas of stitching, embroidery and raw honey processing and packaging in the region.