Pakistan celebrates its Independence Day - in pictures

Green and white hues across the nation as Pakistanis celebrate 73 years of independence

People buy items decorated in national flag colors at a market as the nation prepares to celebrate the Independence Day, in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA

Pakistanis take part in Independence Day celebrations in Peshawar, Pakistan. EPA

People gather during Independence Day celebrations in Karachi. AFP

A Pakistani man decorates his car in green neon in Hyderabad. EPA

Fireworks light the sky close to the Minar-e-Pakistan. Millions of Pakistanis celebrate 73 years of independence from British rule. AP Photo

People watch fireworks in Karachi. AFP

Pakistanis take part in a parade in Peshawar. EPA

People hold torches as they mark Pakistan Independence Day celebrations in Karachi. EPA

A view of an illuminated building on the eve of Independence Day celebrations in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA

A mask in the colors of the national flag at a market, as the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA

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