Duchess Kate and Prince William step out to the Aga Khan Centre ahead of their Pakistan tour

As one royal tour wraps, we get ready for another! <p><strong><a href="/tags/0/prince-william">Prince William</a></strong> and <Strong><a href="/tags/0/kate-middleton">Duchess Kate</a></strong> stepped out to a special event at London's Aga Khan Centre on Oct. 2 that is intended to preview the tour of Pakistan they will embark on in less than two weeks. The couple will visit the country from Oct. 14 to 18. <p><strong>Click through the gallery (or keep reading if you're on mobile) to see the best photos from their day!</strong> <p>Photo: &copy; John Phillips/WireImage
<P>Kate looked GORGEOUS as she arrived, wearing a teal cocktail dress by <Strong>ARoss Girl,</strong> earrings by <Strong>Zeen</strong> and green high heels. <p>The Aga Khan Centre is the home the Aga Khan Foundation, the Aga Khan University's Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations, and the Institute of Ismaili Studies. It is one of the most important organizations associated with Ismaili Islam, a branch of Shi'a Islam that is highly practiced among Muslims in the diaspora communities from Pakistan and India. Green is an important colour in Islam, symbolizing paradise in the Qur'an. It's also one of the colours on Pakistan's flag! We love how Kate is showing respect for Islam and all the cultures associated with it by wearing this outfit! <p>Photo: &copy; John Phillips/WireImage
Once inside, William and Kate took some time to chat with <strong>Shah Karim Hussaini, Aga Khan IV</strong>. He is the spiritual head of Nizari Ismaili Islam, which is practiced by between 10-12 per cent of the world's Shi'a Muslims. His followers believe he is a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad. <p>He is well-known for his philanthropy and development work, and advances causes such as the eradication of poverty, the rights of women and girls, promoting religious pluralism and promoting Islamic art and culture. <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took some time to chat with many of the event guests, too! <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
One of those who was there was rapper <strong>Naughty Boy</strong>. While he was born in England, he spent part of his childhood in Pakistan. He was also recently given a grant from The Prince's Trust to start his own business. He now runs a studio in London! <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
Boxer <strong>Haroon Khan</strong> (left) and comedian <strong>Shazia Mirza</strong> were also in attendance. Shazia is the daughter of British immigrants from Pakistan, and Haroon comes from a Pakistani family with roots in Rawalpindi, India. <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
William and Kate, always curious about other cultures, were shown some important Islamic books while visiting the centre. <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
Kate had a huge grin on her face the whole time, and was showing off her new chestnut locks! We bet she can't wait to be on tour! <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
The couple were very happy as they headed out of the venue. They must have had a great time! <p>Photo: &copy; Neil Mockford/GC Images
While leaving, William and Kate took some time to say hi to some local schoolchildren, who gave Kate some flowers. <p>Photo: &copy; Jeff Spicer - WPA Pool/Getty Images
Kate had quite a lot to say to this little girl. The two really hit it off! <p>Photo: &copy; Daniel Leal-Olivas/AFP/Getty Images
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