Pakistan - Colors
Pakistan is one of the most colorful places in the world. The following photographs reflect the timeless and timely colors of the people, landscape, architecture, food, and much more of what can be seen in this unique country.
Some questions to answer: Do any of the contemporary examples reflect the timeless symbolism of the color? How has the color has evolved over time? Could any of the contemporary examples of the color be found in your country?
Blue
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Timeless Example of Blue Sky - spirituality, tranquility, immaterial, mystical Water - coolness, fluidity, cleanliness |
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Blue in Pakistan Today |
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Blue garbage can |
Blue window shutters |
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| Blue tile in mosque | Blue work clothes |
Red
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Timeless Example of Red Fire - power, warmth, excitement, energy Blood - danger, life energy, violence |
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Red in Pakistan Today |
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Red strawberries (also timeless) |
Red bagpipers' uniforms at polo match |
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| Red henna hands & wedding dress | Red script on a sign |
Green
Timeless Example of Green
Natural Landscape - growth, fertility, nourishment, renewal, hope
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Green in Pakistan Today |
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Shalimar Gardens in Lahore ( constructed in the 17th century) |
The flag of Pakistan |
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| Vegetables in Landa Market | Green door at house |
Yellow
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Timeless Example of Yellow Fruit and Flowers - happiness, luminosity, hope, warmth, nourishment |
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Yellow in Pakistan Today |
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Kite and Basant (yellow) Festival |
Harness on ox |
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Big chips |
Mosaic tiles at Shalimar Gardens |
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| Cooking jalebi | Jalebi (a sweet) |
Brown
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Timeless Example of Brown Earth and Rocks - nature, strength, dependability, nourishment, security, warmth |
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Brown in Pakistan Today |
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Water buffalo |
Nuts and grains in Landa Market |
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| Tarogil village | The Lahore Fort |
In conclusion, the most colorful of all ...
Detail of painted bus
