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The Native Jetty Bridge is also known as the Napier Mole Bridge. The transformation of the Native Jetty Bride has been developed on the basis of a multimillion dollar public-private partnership between the Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Grand Leisure Corporation. GLC leased the land from KPT that collects Rs. 350.5million Pakistani for twenty years. It is estimated that about 5000 people visit the Port Grand each day and the number increases on the weekend. GLC charges Rs. 300 per person as an entry fee. The Rs. 200 from the entry fee ticket can be used in any of the restaurants, kiosks or anywhere else. The Port Grand was designed by an American Architect which was then reconstructed and was open to the public on August 2011. It was a project put together to establish a modern food street for the people of Pakistan. Port Grand was built for the citizens of Pakistan not only for the purpose of entertainment but also to celebrate their traditions and cultures. It is an Eco-friendly retail and entertainment which is also located very close to I. I. Chundrigar Road which is a primary financial district in Karachi.

Dawn News which is one of the most popular and the largest news website in Pakistan has reported that the federal communications minister Babar Khan Ghauri spoke their media group and stated that the Port Grand food street will be of International standards. He also stated that with will and interest Karachi can also be a tourist attraction and could be taken along with Washington, LA and other tourists attractions around the world.

Events and activities:
Pakistan is a country that has various types of cultures and traditions. One of the most traditional events held at Port Grand is the Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha events. Since 2011, the Opening of Port Grand, it has held Eid events every year. Eid Al-Adha is one the holiest days of Islam where all the Muslims come together and sacrifice a goat, sheep or a camel. The meat is distributed in three sections, one is distributed for the poor, the second section is for the family and third of the meat is friends and the one sacrificing. Eid Al- Fitr on the other hand is also an Islamic holiday which is celebrated for several days after the holy month of Ramadan. In the month of Ramadan, Muslims come together and fast from sunrise till sunset. This month is just not about fasting but is it to focus on God, purify ones soul and practice self-sacrifice. Port Grand also holds Eid Musical Concerts in which different artists perform live showing their outstanding talents. There is food, shopping, fun and activities for adults and children. Another special day for many Pakistanis is Christmas, in which they held a special concert, carol singing Choir, special food deals, tree lighting and free gifts from Santa.

Port Grand has also held an Episode of MasterChef Pakistan. MasterChef Pakistan is a reality cooking competition show which is based on the famous MasterChef. Port Grand has held many concerts in which Pakistan’s famous artists perform. They held a concert for a popular rock artist, Ali Azmat, Noori, a well-known band called Strings and the famous Rahat Fateh Ali Khan who has won numerous awards for his remarkable talent. Port grand also held a live tribute to the legends of Pakistan and fireworks on the 13th and 14th of August, the day of the Constitution of Pakistan. A special light the world concert to promote peace and global unity around the world is being held on October 16th, 2014 in which Stephan Said, an internationally acclaimed musician will be performing.

Port Grand has also held many other events for Mother’s day, Father’s day, a special day for Valentine’s Day. A day has been dedicated to all the women around the world by celebrating women’s day. Standup comedy night and Karaoke nights has also been held at the Port Grand. For the children who do not feel left out Port Grand offered Fun Gulee day for children in which they can come and enjoy over forty kiddy rides, train rides, wireless cars, cricket zone, animal rides, jumping castle, pirate ships, gaming zone and much more. Port Grand has also recently introduced bumper car for children to enjoy.

There are boat rides, speed boat rides and a floating deck offered at the Port Grand for everyone to enjoy. The Port Grand also has its own Movie Theater, Cinepax in which various types of movies are played. From the famous animated movie Frozen to a numerous award winning Bollywood movie, Taare Zameen Par. There is an Art lane for Art lovers to buy, sell and enjoy art created by the citizens. Port Grand also has its own Mosque where Muslim Pakistanis can come and pray. There is also a special temple point where everyone can enjoy the authentic Hindu culture and can sit and enjoy the moonlight by the meditation pond.

Food and Shopping:
Port Grand has many restaurants and shops where visitors can also enjoy their time. There are nine different types of cuisines available for the guests which are: Chinese, Continental, Fast Food, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Pakistan and Thai. There are many kiosks (Carts) at the port grand and there are seventeen restaurants in Port grand and the list is as follows:

1.	Shaikh Abdul Ghaffar Kabab House 2.	Babujees 3.	Chairman Mao 4.	Khanji 5.	City Bistro 6.	Gardenia 7.	Karachi Broast 8.	Samovar Tea and Coffee House 9.	Aylanto Bistro 10.	Berrylicious 11.	Thai Me Up 12. One Potato Two Potato 13.	Mr. Cod 14.	Oishi Sushi 15.	Hot Skewers 16.	Chia’z Spud 17.	Angelini’s

The stores are as follows: 1.	Peacock (clothing) 2.	Scentsation 3.	Excessorize 4.	Tiffany 5.	Khaadi 6.	Book Club 7.	Laraib Music 8.	Xpressions