Art and literature

Karachi is home to some of Pakistan's important cultural institutions. The National Academy of Performing Arts NAPA, located in the newly renovated Hindu Gymkhana has regular musical performances promoting the classical music of Pakistan including an annual musical conferance. The National Arts Council (Koocha-e-Saqafat) also has musical performances and Mushaira (poetry recitations). Karachi has several excellent museums including the Mohatta Palace museum which regularly has exhibitions as well as the National Museum of Pakistan. The Kara Film Festival organised annually showcases independent Pakistani and international films and documentaries