Khorog’s (Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast-GBAO) 12th annual international festival “Roof of the World” was held from 26-28 July, bringing together singers and dancers from the Pamirs, and different regions from across Tajikistan, but also from other countries. “The festival reflects cultural diversity and strengthens mutual understanding through the art for promoting peaceful coexistence and universal human values,” adds Pulodov. Director Pulodov says that the festival has attracted funding from international sponsors including Aga Khan Foundation and Aga Khan Music Initiative. “This international interest in our festival makes it economically viable and we hope to expand on the international collaborations in the future,” he reflected.