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A gorgeous view of Trich mir in the back from Danin Chitral, on the left side Singor village is appealing to eyes |
Sunday, October 24, 2010
| | - October 24, 2010 0 comments | Labels: chitral, mountain, moutain, Paksitan, Trichmir Email This BlogThis! Share to X Share to FacebookKHOSAN GYOR
WECOME TO CHITRAL
For centuries, Chitral remained cut off from the rest of the world until the late 18th century. Even today, it remains geographically isolated. The only access routes were through Lawari Top and Shandur Top, both towering over 12,000 feet and once nearly impassable.
Chitral – The Land of Mountains
Chitral is a land of mountains. If someone looks at it through Google Earth, they can truly understand its geography. It lies in the midst of the Hindu Kush range, alongside the Himalayas and Karakoram—some of the highest and most populated mountain ranges in the world.
A Unique Mountain Culture
Mountains shape their own culture, and their landscapes are vastly different from the plains. The weather remains cool throughout the year, forcing the people to adapt to harsh conditions. This has influenced their way of life, making it distinct from other regions. In the mountains, people develop unique ways of living, shaped by the environment and the challenges it presents.
Chitral’s Geographic Isolation
For centuries, Chitral remained cut off from the rest of the world until the late 18th century. Even today, it remains geographically isolated. The only access routes were through Lawari Top and Shandur Top, both towering over 12,000 feet and once nearly impassable.
Due to this isolation, Chitral's culture has remained largely untouched by outside influences, preserving its unique traditions. Throughout history, many intruders attempted to leave their mark, yet Chitral remained resilient—except for a brief encounter with the Bolsheviks.
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