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Nestled in the northern reaches of Pakistan lies the mesmerizing Kalash Valley, a vibrant enclave steeped in history, tradition, and breathtaking natural beauty. Home to the Kalash people, this unique valley is renowned for its colorful culture, distinct customs, and rich heritage. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what makes the Kalash Valley a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to experience the true essence of Pakistan. Read More

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Chitral Valley, nestled in the majestic Hindu Kush mountains

🏔️ Majestic Views Await in Chitral Valley Chitral Valley, nestled in the majestic Hindu Kush mountains, offers some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Pakistan. A paradise for hikers and adventurers, Chitral is renowned for its scenic beauty, snow-capped peaks, and lush green valleys. Trekking through its trails provides an unforgettable experience, with awe-inspiring views around every…

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These are pictures taken at the Kalash spring festival. At this time of year huge numbers of tourists, mostly from other parts of Pakistan but also foreign, come to Kalash and compromise important aspects of Kalash culture.

‘We face some problems like some people come directly to our houses without asking ourselves…they take pictures whenever they see us take selfies and disturb us… foreigners take permission before taking pictures and if you are not willing they don’t take pictures...’

‘We have freedom in our religion but it doesn’t mean that we are free for everyone,’

For many Pakistani tourists, drinking is haram, as is taking pictures or dancing with women. Some of the Kalash people are wine makers. It felt that many viewed entering this valley as a third space in which they were free to break taboos. These stumbling men would insert themselves into the dances as protagonists in the festival.

‘These dances are not for you these are for us’’

‘’they start to dance or follow us they don’t understand that we are performing a religious ritual”.

How disrespectful to an inherently sacred space, for a culture with an animist religion where place is bound to ancestral spirits and animated nature. Kalash culture has a lot of focus on purity and impurity, which when not upheld manifests in natural disasters.

It is a worry that some men can feel comfortable suspending their sense of morality temporarily. Many know that prostitution is available in Kalash, related in this context to poverty and being perceived inferior minority. How dangerous can that be, for men to engage with sex work from a position of internalised power, perhaps seeing Kalash as ‘Kafir’, non-religious, very much inferior.

These pictures are shot in this way as a reaction to my unease, feeling I had to detach from the material reality of the moment and revert to something abstract and feeling. Maybe this has the opposite effect, depersonalising people and making individuals less individual? Maybe I fell into the same trap, where I should have been focusing my camera towards the audience.

‘We Kalash acts as asset for the country…'

Matty Feurtado

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One of my FAVOURITE places in Pakistan - I was made to feel so WELCOME 🇵🇰

I met some of the friendliest people in Pakistan here in the Kalash valleys. I explored Kalasha life from clothing to shops, graveyards, food, rules for women and menstruation houses - this place blew my mind.

0:00 Arriving in Bumburet

0:22 I discover there are VERY diffferent rules for women

1.32 I see a menstruation house for the first time!

2:47 My accomodation in Kalash Valley

3:09 My bedroom in the Kalash valley

4:51 Trying on Kalasha dress

9:47 Shopping in the Kalash valley

11:28 Going to see an old Kalasha graveyard

12:15 The coffins are open

13:18 Discovering human bones

15:32 Walking around the village - beautiful Kalasha houses

16:25 Visiting a bag shop

18:03 Woman sorting grain for bread

18:45 Trying kalasha bread with walnuts

19:56 Talking to a woman about menstruation houses

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Chilam Joshi festival Kalash Valley

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"Kaleesi" From The Series "People From Kalash"

While traveling the very narrow road that leads to the remote valley of the Kalash, the enigmatic elegance of these people who live isolated on the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan is revealed to us.

By Nicola Ducati

38th AAP Magazine Photography Awards

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“Exploring the Enchanting Northern Areas of Pakistan: A Paradise for Adventure and Nature Lovers”

Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush ranges lies a hidden gem waiting to be discovered - the Northern Areas of Pakistan. This region, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality, offers a haven for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike.

The Northern Areas of Pakistan boast some of the most awe-inspiring scenery in the world. From the verdant valleys of Swat and Hunza to the snow-capped peaks of Nanga Parbat and K2, every corner of this region is a photographer's paradise. The crystal-clear lakes, including the iconic Attabad Lake with its mesmerizing turquoise waters, add to the ethereal beauty of the landscape.

For adrenaline junkies, the Northern Areas offer a plethora of thrilling activities. Trekking in the Karakoram Range, including the famous trek to Fairy Meadows at the base of Nanga Parbat, is an experience like no other. Rock climbing, paragliding, and white-water rafting on the Indus River are also popular among adventure enthusiasts.

The Northern Areas of Pakistan are steeped in history and culture. The ancient Silk Road passes through this region, leaving behind traces of diverse cultural influences. Explore the historic Baltit Fort in Hunza, witness the traditional festivals of Kalash Valley, or immerse yourself in the centuries-old customs of the Shandur Polo Festival.

One of the most endearing aspects of visiting the Northern Areas is the warm hospitality of the locals. Whether you're staying in a traditional guesthouse in Skardu or camping under the stars in Fairy Meadows, you'll be welcomed with open arms and treated to the renowned Pakistani hospitality.

No visit to the Northern Areas is complete without sampling the local cuisine. Indulge in hearty servings of chapli kebabs, freshly baked naan bread, and aromatic biryanis. Don't miss out on tasting the famed Hunza apricots and dried fruits, a local specialty.

As you explore the Northern Areas, remember to tread lightly and respect the environment and local communities. Try to opt for eco-friendly accommodations, support local businesses, and follow responsible trekking practices to ensure the preservation of this natural paradise for future generations.

The Northern Areas of Pakistan are a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Whether you seek adventure, tranquility, or cultural immersion, this region offers a truly unforgettable travel experience. So pack your bags, embark on a journey of discovery, and let the wonders of the Northern Areas captivate your soul.

Asia Rahman Khan Lodhi [Consul Press at the Consulate General of Pakistan, Hong Kong (SAR) & Macau (SAR)]

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Chawmos festival begins in Kalash valley of Chitral

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Discover the Untouched Beauty of Chitral Valley

Chitral Valley, located in the shadow of the majestic Hindu Kush mountains, is one of Pakistan’s most enchanting destinations. The valley is renowned for its stunning landscapes, with lush greenery, flowing rivers, and towering peaks. Chitral is not only a place of natural beauty but also a cultural hub, home to the unique traditions of the Kalash people. Whether you seek adventure or cultural…

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[ad_1] A middle-aged lawyer, Nia Beg, is anxious after a large incursion by Islamist militants rattled his homeland in northwestern Pakistan this month. Beg is Kalash, and he follows the ancient pagan religion practiced in Bumburet and other remote valleys collectively called Kalash in the northwestern district of Chitral, which borders eastern Afghanistan. He says that attacks by scores of Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on several villages in Kalash pose hard questions about the security of Chitral, which had rarely seen Taliban violence and is one of Pakistan's top tourist destinations because of its unique culture and natural beauty. "My children ask me, 'How will we now go to school or walk freely in our village?'" he told RFE/RL's Radio Mashaal after the Taliban incursion into Chitral that began on September 6. Pakistan claimed to have repulsed the attack and forced the TTP militants to retreat into Afghanistan. Pakistani Army personnel evacuate a resident injured in flooding in Chitral. (file photo) On September 6, the military said four soldiers and 12 militants were killed in clashes. In a sign that all was not well in Chitral, the government imposed a three-day curfew in the mountainous region. On September 10, the military said it killed seven more militants in ongoing "sanitization" operations. Gunship helicopters were also used, which suggests some of the TTP militants were well entrenched. "Residents of Kalash are extremely frightened because the Taliban are religious extremists," Abdul Majeed Qureshi, a local Muslim leader, told Radio Mashaal. "We want the Taliban attacks to end permanently," he added. The once-peaceful Chitral region now appears to be in the crosshairs of the TTP, whose insurgency has grown remarkably after its ideological and organizational ally, the Afghan Taliban, returned to power in Afghanistan two years ago. Experts say the surprise incursion into Chitral showcases the TTP's attempt to reestablish a territorial foothold in Pakistan. After its emergence in 2007, the TTP controlled large areas in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. But by 2014, Islamabad's military operations had forced it to flee into neighboring Afghanistan, which shares a more than 2,600-kilometer border with Pakistan. "Chitral's complex terrain and geographical importance made it a significant option for the TTP to challenge the state’s territorial control," said Abdul Sayed, a Sweden-based researcher who tracks the TTP. "The TTP's attack on Chitral is part of its ambition to establish a stronghold on the Pakistani side of the border," he added. Chitral, now divided into Upper and Lower Chitral districts, consists of high-altitude valleys in the Hindu Kush Mountains. It borders the eastern Afghan provinces of Kunar, Nuristan, and Badakhshan. A narrow strip of Afghan territory separates it from China and Tajikistan, which gives the region great strategic significance. "The TTP wants to carve out a new safe haven that could serve its objectives," said Ihsanullah Tipu Mehsud, director of news at Khorasan Diary, a website tracking militant groups in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Mehsud argues that the TTP's incursion into Chitral "is very dangerous" because the group might want to carve out other sanctuaries in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces, which form Pakistan's western border with Afghanistan. After its emergence in 2007 as an umbrella alliance of Pakistani Taliban groups, the TTP swiftly extended its control over large parts of the South Waziristan, North Waziristan, Mohmand, Bajaur, and Swat districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Years of TTP attacks and the Pakistani Army's counterinsurgency killed more than 80,000 Pakistanis, predominantly ethnic Pashtuns. The violence also displaced more than 6 million Pashtuns. "The TTP is seeking to restore some of the territorial control it once enjoyed in regions such as Swat and Waziristan," Mehsud said. TTP violence has risen dramatically since the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan in August 2021. The Taliban-led government brokered negotiations between Islamabad and the TTP, but these ended in November after the TTP formally declared that its cease-fire with Islamabad was over. According to the Pakistani Institute for Conflict and Security Studies, a think tank in Islamabad, this August was the most violent month since November 2014. The TTP claimed some 147 attacks that month. During the first eight months of the year, 227 Pakistanis were killed and 497 were injured in 22 suicide attacks, mostly claimed by the Pakistani Taliban. The Pakistani military and law enforcement have endured mounting losses. At least 120 soldiers and military officers were killed in militant attacks in the first six months of this year. The police, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, have had similar losses. Rising TTP violence has sharply deteriorated relations between longtime allies Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban. Kalash women wear traditional dresses during a religious festival celebrating the arrival of spring in Bumburet. (file photo) Islamabad swiftly closed its main border crossing with Afghanistan in Torkham, which is some 400 kilometers to the south. It has also launched a crackdown on an estimated 3 million Afghan refugees and migrants in the country. “We expect the Afghan interim authorities…to ensure that Afghan territory is not used as a launching pad for terrorist attacks against Pakistan," said the Foreign Ministry in Islamabad on September 11 in response to a Taliban statement demanding the reopening of Torkham. The border crossing was reopened on September 15. Sayed said the mountainous border between Chitral and the eastern Afghan province of Nuristan comprises deserted areas known as No-Man's Land. “This could give the Afghan Taliban the pretext that the TTP has not attacked from areas under their control,” he said. Mehsud said the TTP attack was also encouraged by the relatively small presence of security forces in Chitral. It is also the only region where the Pakistani border fencing with Afghanistan is incomplete. "Things are reaching a boiling point between the two countries," Mehsud noted. "Pakistan might launch surgical attacks or kinetic actions inside Afghanistan to target the TTP leaders and their bases." On September 10, an improvised explosive device targeted a senior TTP commander, Badshah Khan, in the southeastern Afghan province of Paktika. In Chitral, civilians remain anxious in the aftermath of the TTP attack. "People are worried that if the Taliban continues to attack, tourists will stop coming," said Ihkamuddin, a local politician in Bumburet. [ad_2]

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Salam Pakistan - Tourism Brand

Named “Salam Pakistan,” the tourism brand will focus on building the country’s image as a safe, secure, friendly, and hospitable place with attractive tourism destinations, including scenic mountains, lakes, and sites of deep cultural, religious, and historical significance.

The project will also highlight different food varieties, accommodation, travel modes, and infrastructure facilities offered by the South Asian state to tourists.

“Allah Almighty has blessed our country with great natural resources of scenic beauty all over the northern areas, which can be converted into a great opportunity,” Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said while addressing the inauguration ceremony on 2023 August 4 in Islamabad.

A newly launched e-portal to facilitate tourists contains information on top 20 tourist destinations in the country, including K2, Gwadar, Ziarat Valley, Uch Sharif, Deosai National Park, Kalash Valley, Takht Bhai, Hingol National Park, Shandur Pass, Kambhar Lake, Fairy Meadows, Ratti Gali, Lahore Fort, Makli Graveyard, Derawar Fort, Rohtas Fort, Kumrat Valley, Hunza Valley, and Mohenjo-Daro.

According to the Pakistan Tourism Department Corporation (PTDC), the country’s tourism industry generated $2.5 billion of revenue in 2022 and the figure was expected to go up to $4 billion in the next four years.

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Inside strict TALIBAN RULED Kandahar WAS I MADE TO FEEL WELCOME?

Inside strict TALIBAN RULED Kandahar, WAS I MADE TO FEEL WELCOME? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnP71-HfIGU I traveled to Kandahar, a place depicted in Hollywood movies as terrifying. I went in search of local nomads to see what real life is like. On the way I made a stop to buy some cooking oil as a gift. Join me on this journey to uncover the true essence of Afghan culture and traditions. If you enjoyed the video, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment below. Your support helps me create more content like this! This video is about An Unforgettable Day In Afghanistan: Meeting The Kindest Nomads & Local Traditions. But It also covers the following topics: Friendliest People In Afghanistan Traveling Afghanistan Safely Daily Life In Afghan Villages Video Title: Inside strict TALIBAN RULED Kandahar, WAS I MADE TO FEEL WELCOME? 🔔Don't miss out on exploring offbeat locations with Carrie! Subscribe for unique travel experiences, cultural insights, inspiring travel stories, and exciting traveling vlogs. https://www.youtube.com/@carriepatsalis/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. 👉Facebook: https://ift.tt/cDWn2dA 👉Instagram: https://ift.tt/9CL2oK5 👉Threads: https://ift.tt/pJLgjBE 👉Tiktok: https://ift.tt/MmixAhN 📩 For Business Inquiries: carrie@madcatmedia.co.uk ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 Pakistan 🇵🇰 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-ty8D8h0LI&list=PLMb-H_76JNYundk88Ep2gaC9QtwOsIF_y&pp=iAQB 👉 Bangladesh 🇧🇩 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beziBVA_N78&list=PLMb-H_76JNYunfWra_KWeKcVg8bN5lCnu&pp=iAQB 🎬 WATCH MY OTHER VIDEOS: 👉 One of my FAVOURITE places in Pakistan - I was made to feel so WELCOME 🇵🇰 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxLtCbZi208 👉 Is this Pakistan? I COULDN'T BELIEVE my eyes in the KALASH Valleys! 🇵🇰 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOzspGEqcig 👉 🇵🇰My FIRST TIME trying BEEF KARAHI in Chitral, Pakistan! It was AMAZING! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0KSlL8CpOc 👉 I think Khyber Pakhtunkwa is THE BEST region of Pakistan! Why you MUST visit! 🇵🇰 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNTeMaW77EA 👉 🇵🇰Why you should visit GHIZER VALLEY! I did not expect to see such BEAUTY! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgfUduxZgQM ============================= ✅ About Carrie Patsalis. Welcome to my channel, Carrie Patsalis! I am Carrie, a Brit who likes to travel—a lot. I've visited places from Bolivia to Bangladesh, Mongolia to Morocco, Pakistan to Portugal. I run a digital production company daily and travel as much as my pennies will allow during school holidays. The last time I checked, I had twins. They are my baggage handlers. For Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: carrie@madcatmedia.co.uk 🔔 Are you ready for an epic adventure to offbeat locations? Subscribe for thrilling travel vlogs & unforgettable journeys, and discover hidden cultural gems! https://www.youtube.com/@carriepatsalis/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= #afghanistan #travelvlog #afghanculture #nomadiclife #travelstories #adventuretravel ⚠️Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Carrie Patsalis. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube channel is provided. © Carrie Patsalis via Carrie Patsalis https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSRCs02QwKbpG5ogw1ONkA July 25, 2024 at 06:00PM