Culture Of Gilgit Baltistan

Culture Of Gilgit Baltistan

1. Culture Of Gilgit Baltistan Presented By : Muhammad Shakeel Balti

2. Map

3. Gilgit Baltistan is, perhaps, the most spectacular region of Pakistan in terms of its geography and scenic beauty. Here world’s three mightiest mountain ranges: the Karakoram, the Handukush and the Himalayas – meet. The whole of Gilgit Baltistan is like a paradise for mountaineers and trekkers. It borders the territory of Azad Kashmir to the south, the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to the west, Afghanistan to the north, the Xinjiang autonomous region of China to the east and northeast and the Jammu and Kashmir state of India to the southeast . Introduction

4. In 1948, the Republic of Gilgit-Baltistan emerged on the map of the world. The people of the region fought their own war against the Dogra Raj and won their freedom . In 2009 Gilgit Baltistan became fifth province of Pakistan, not province but provincial setup. Capital : Gilgit Districts are seven(7) Skardu , Gilgit , Hunza Nagar, Diamer , Astore , Ganche . Largest City: Skardu Population: 1,800,000. Area : 72,496 km², Density 25/km2(64/ sq mil) Intro cont …..

5. Urdu and English are the official languages. Balti : The Balti dialect, a sub-dialect of Ladakhi and part of the Tibetan language group, is spoken by the entire population of Baltistan . Shina : The Shina language (with several dialects such as Asturjaa , Kharuchaa , and Chilasi ) is the majority language of the population, spoken mainly in Gilgit , Astore , throughout Diamir , and in some parts of Ghizer , Hunza -Nagar and in the Baltistan region Khowar / Chitrali Languages

6. Brushaski : Burushaski is the second largest language spoken in Gilgit including Hunza , Nagar, Yasin (where Khowar is also spoken), in some parts of Gilgit , and in some villages of Punial . Another interesting language is Domaaki , spoken by musician clans in the region. Wakhi : Minor languages spoken in the region include Wakhi , spoken in upper Hunza , and in some villages in Ghizer Languages cont …

7. Religious festivals Eid ul Azha Eid ul Fitr . Eid Milad un Nabi Cultural Festivals Jashn e Baharan Shandoor Polo Festival Babusar Polo Festival FESTIVALS There are religious and social festivals celebrated by the people of Gilgit Baltistan .

8. The Gilgit Baltistan’s people way of life is mostly the joint family system . Which signifies their deep love for the family's solidarity and welfare. Family System

9. Marriages are solemnized in presence of Nikah khwa and witnesses. Life partners are commonly selected within the family. A negligible fraction of love marriages, all marriages are arranged . Divorce rate is very low. Marriage System

10. Mahandi Barat Walima Marriage cont ….

11. Dress

12. M en usually wear white shalwar kameez with white gilgiti cap. Men Dress

13. Women usually wear, Loose kameez Shalwar . Cap with some silver touch. Silver Jewelry with Antique stones. Women Dress

14. Dance The famous trio band music is played in this region. On the rhythm of this loud music, men love to dance in their typical way .

15. This dance is performed by more than one man wear some old style dresses and wear local hat and dance. Old Man Dance

16. This unique dance is performed by men taking one sword in right and Shield in left. One to six participants as pair can dance. Sword Dance

17. This unique dance is performed by a man wear earlier period  dress, long leather shoes and a stick has in hand. Cow Boy Dance

18. Music

19. Alghani : The people of Gilgit , Ghizer Yasin , Puniyal , and Gupis call this rhythm as Alghani . Ajoli : During departure of bride and groom from house this rhythm is used in different parts of Gilgit . Souse: A martial rhythm and it has a fast rhythm and is used specially in sword dances . Dani : Dani is the name of a traditional music used in Hunza which links to Tibet, Baltistan and Laddakh . Types Of Music

20. Musical Instruments Instruments commonly used in Gilgit Baltistan are, Dadang (drum), Damal and Surnai while some other instruments like Sitar, Gabi( flut ) Rabab and duff represent the different areas.

21. Cuisine /Food

22. Marzan Hrsapkhur Kiseer Drum fiti Prapo Rgearatee roti Namkeen tea Balay

23. Polo Neza Bazi Tapoo Ip Ip Sports

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