| Journal: TWUK | Section: |
| Title: | Issue Date: 16/10/00 |
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Pakistan project wins top prize in BAawards
A RESTORATION programme in Pakistan has won this year’s top prize in the British Airways Tourism for Tomorrow awards.
The Karimabad and Baltit Project, a 700-year-old fort and village, which has undergone a £1 million restoration programme, now attracts 20,000 visitors a year.
A special UKaward was given to Strattons Hotel in Swaffham, Norfolk, which uses products from environmentally friendly companies, thermostatic heaters and energy efficient light bulbs. The panel of judges was chaired by professor David Bellamy.
BA chairman Lord Marshall said: “The sustainable tourism awards have been up and running for 11 years and BAhas been very proud to act as a sponsor and organiser.
“The awards are now firmly established as the global showcase for sustainable tourism development.”