Kalash People of Pakistan

The Kalash people are an indigenous group who live in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. They are known for their unique culture, which includes polytheistic religious practices, a distinctive dress code, and a traditional way of life that has been influenced by their mountainous environment. The Kalash people have their own language, which is a Dardic language, and they have a long history that is steeped in folklore and legend. There are three main Kalash valleys in Pakistan: Rumbur, Birir, and Bumburet. The Kalash people are a minority group in Pakistan and their population is thought to be around 3,000.