Cultur of Kashmir is Multi-dimensional and Attractive
Kashmir, is a land of fabled beauty and
eternal romance, blessed by nature with breath taking scenery and a glorious
climate. The Kashmir valley, a fertile well watered spot, surrounded by high
mountains has been described with justification as a, heaven on earth, a
produce rich oasis an area not noted for its abundance. Cultural heritage of
Kashmir is as multi dimensional as the variegated backdrop of its physical
exuberance which has nursed and inspired it all along.The culture of in Kashmir
in Pakistan bears many similarities and resemblances to Northern
Punjab,Potohari, culture in Punjab province. Many natives of Pakistani Kashmir
speak Potwari and the Pahari languages, which are dialects of the larger
Punjabi language. The culture of Kashmir refers to the culture and traditions
of Kashmir, a region in northern India, consisting of Jammu and Kashmir,
northeast Pakistan, consisting of Azad Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan, and the
Chinese territory of Aksai Chin.
The most important part of the cultural identity of the Kashmiri people is the Kashmiri, Koshur, language. This language is spoken only in the Valley of Kashmir by the Kashmiri Pandits and Kashmiri Muslims. Language is the mode of communication used in any area. Urdu, Kashmiri and gojri are the official languages of Azad, Jammu and Kashmir whereas, Hindi, Pahari and Ladakhi, Dograi, Kashmiri, are also spoken in some parts. Northwestern Dardic language of the Indo Aryan branch of the Indo Iranian subfamily of the Indo European language family is primarily utilized in Jammu Kashmir whereas language used in Azad Kashmir is Pahari because this part of Kashmir normally contains mountains and hilly areas. Furthermore, variation in language is found when we travel in different areas of Kashmir the accent, pronunciation, and at times meanings varies from area to area. The arabic script is followed as their writing script. Kashmiri cuisines include a variety of meat based dishes like Rogan Josh, a lamb dish. Wazwan is a multi-course dish which is served on occasions like weddings. and culture has been greatly influenced by Central Asian and Persian cultures for both communities.
The folk dances of Jammu include the, Kud, a ritual dance in honour of local deities, the, Heren, a genre of folk theatre, the 'Fumenie' and 'Jagarana' sung by women at weddings, and ballads of Gwatri and Karak. The hill region of Kashmir has a rich tradition of music deeply influenced by Sufism. The, Hafiz Nagma, is a genre of Sufi music performed by a female dancer along with musicians playing the saz, santoor, tabla and sitar while the 'Bhand Pather' is the popular folk theatre that usually features plays with satirical themes. The saz, santoor, sarangi, rabab and garaha are musical instruments indigenous to Jammu and Kashmir and accompany, Chakri, folk singers and cultural music and dance like Wanvun, Rouf, carpet or shawl weaving and Koshur Sufiana forms a very important part of kashmiri identity. It is important to emphasize that Kashmiri culture is predominantly only in the Valley of Kashmir. Other regions of the Larger Jammu and Kashmir state, such as Jammu and Ladakh are very different from Kashmir. Culture of Ladakh is well known for its unique Indo-Tibetan culture. Chanting in Sanskrit and Tibetan language is an integral part of Ladakh's Buddhist lifestyle.
Annual masked dance festivals, weaving and archery are an important component of traditional life in Ladakh. Jammu's Dogra culture and tradition are very different from the Kashmiri culture. The Dogra culture is instead much similar to that of neighbouring Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. Traditional Punjabi festivals such as Lohri and Vaisakhi are celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm throughout the region, along with Accession Day, an annual holiday which commemorates the accession of Jammu & Kashmir to the Dominion of India. The people of Jammu and Kashmir are known for their warmth and hospitality. They are simple, hospitable people and being invited to a village wedding or into somebody’s house for a hot cup of tea is not surprising. The culture of Kashmir is a diverse blend and highly influenced by northern South Asian as well as Central Asian culture. Along with its scenic beauty, Kashmir is famous for its cultural heritage; it amalgamates the Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist philosophies and has involved composite culture based on the values of humanism and tolerance which is collectively known as Kashmiriyat.
The most important part of the cultural identity of the Kashmiri people is the Kashmiri, Koshur, language. This language is spoken only in the Valley of Kashmir by the Kashmiri Pandits and Kashmiri Muslims. Language is the mode of communication used in any area. Urdu, Kashmiri and gojri are the official languages of Azad, Jammu and Kashmir whereas, Hindi, Pahari and Ladakhi, Dograi, Kashmiri, are also spoken in some parts. Northwestern Dardic language of the Indo Aryan branch of the Indo Iranian subfamily of the Indo European language family is primarily utilized in Jammu Kashmir whereas language used in Azad Kashmir is Pahari because this part of Kashmir normally contains mountains and hilly areas. Furthermore, variation in language is found when we travel in different areas of Kashmir the accent, pronunciation, and at times meanings varies from area to area. The arabic script is followed as their writing script. Kashmiri cuisines include a variety of meat based dishes like Rogan Josh, a lamb dish. Wazwan is a multi-course dish which is served on occasions like weddings. and culture has been greatly influenced by Central Asian and Persian cultures for both communities.
The folk dances of Jammu include the, Kud, a ritual dance in honour of local deities, the, Heren, a genre of folk theatre, the 'Fumenie' and 'Jagarana' sung by women at weddings, and ballads of Gwatri and Karak. The hill region of Kashmir has a rich tradition of music deeply influenced by Sufism. The, Hafiz Nagma, is a genre of Sufi music performed by a female dancer along with musicians playing the saz, santoor, tabla and sitar while the 'Bhand Pather' is the popular folk theatre that usually features plays with satirical themes. The saz, santoor, sarangi, rabab and garaha are musical instruments indigenous to Jammu and Kashmir and accompany, Chakri, folk singers and cultural music and dance like Wanvun, Rouf, carpet or shawl weaving and Koshur Sufiana forms a very important part of kashmiri identity. It is important to emphasize that Kashmiri culture is predominantly only in the Valley of Kashmir. Other regions of the Larger Jammu and Kashmir state, such as Jammu and Ladakh are very different from Kashmir. Culture of Ladakh is well known for its unique Indo-Tibetan culture. Chanting in Sanskrit and Tibetan language is an integral part of Ladakh's Buddhist lifestyle.
Annual masked dance festivals, weaving and archery are an important component of traditional life in Ladakh. Jammu's Dogra culture and tradition are very different from the Kashmiri culture. The Dogra culture is instead much similar to that of neighbouring Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. Traditional Punjabi festivals such as Lohri and Vaisakhi are celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm throughout the region, along with Accession Day, an annual holiday which commemorates the accession of Jammu & Kashmir to the Dominion of India. The people of Jammu and Kashmir are known for their warmth and hospitality. They are simple, hospitable people and being invited to a village wedding or into somebody’s house for a hot cup of tea is not surprising. The culture of Kashmir is a diverse blend and highly influenced by northern South Asian as well as Central Asian culture. Along with its scenic beauty, Kashmir is famous for its cultural heritage; it amalgamates the Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist philosophies and has involved composite culture based on the values of humanism and tolerance which is collectively known as Kashmiriyat.
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