Basant: Lahore’s Traditional Festival in Pakistan

Lahore, Pakistan celebrates the return of the Basant kite-flying festival after nearly two decades, with joyous crowds and colorful kites filling the night sky. The festival, deeply rooted in Punjab’s culture, marks the transition from winter to spring and holds historical significance in Lahore. Originating centuries ago, Basant was celebrated across religious lines in undivided Punjab before the 1947 partition. The festival’s transformation into an internationally recognized event involved prominent figures like Mian Yousaf Salahuddin and Imran Khan.

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