VOICED : Festival de nieve en Pakistan

The Swat Valley, once controlled by the Taliban and a site of conflict, is now hosting a snow festival. Despite past tensions, locals and tourists enjoy the event, highlighting the region's improved security and community spirit. The military presence ensures safety, fostering trust and promoting peace. Activities like skiing and paragliding attract visitors, showcasing the valley's potential for tourism and recreation.

What was the Swat Valley known for between 2007 and 2009?

• A peaceful area with no conflicts

• A region controlled by the Taliban

• A major economic hub

• A popular tourist destination

What role do the military and paramilitary forces play in the Swat Valley?

• They provide security at checkpoints

• They train local ski instructors

• They organize the snow festival

• They run local restaurants

How do locals and tourists feel about the security measures in place?

• They appreciate the security provided

• They believe the measures are unnecessary

• They feel unsafe and threatened

• They are indifferent to the measures

What activities are available at the snow festival for those without ski equipment?

• Ice fishing

• Sledding with rubber tubes

• Building snowmen

• Snowball fights

What is the hope for the next year's festival?

• That the festival will be canceled

• That more tourists will visit

• That the military will not be needed

• That everyone will remember their ski poles