Pamiri people Facts for Kids

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Pamiri people
Total population
Pamiris
350,000 (est.)
Regions with significant populations
Badakhshan (Tajikistan) and (Afghanistan) Xinjiang (China) Gojal region (Pakistan)
Tajikistan	135,000(2000)
Russia	363(2010)
Languages
Pamir languages
Religion
Ismaili branch of Shia Islam, minority of Sunni Islam
Related ethnic groups
Tajik people

The Pamiri people are an ethnic group who mostly live in the Badakhshan region. This area is split between Tajikistan and Afghanistan. You can also find smaller groups of Pamiris in Xinjiang, China, and the Gojal region of Pakistan. They speak different languages that are part of the Pamir languages family.

Who are the Pamiri People?
Pamiri Culture and Traditions
- Daily Life in the Mountains
- Pamiri Arts and Crafts
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Who are the Pamiri People?

The Pamiri people are known for living in the high mountains of Central Asia. They are closely related to the Tajik people. Their culture is rich and unique, shaped by the challenging mountain environment.

Where Pamiris Live

Most Pamiris live in the mountainous region of Badakhshan. This area is divided by international borders.

A large number live in the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region of Tajikistan.
Others live in the Badakhshan Province of Afghanistan.
Smaller communities are found in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China.
Some Pamiris also live in the Gojal region of Pakistan.

Pamiri Languages

The Pamiri people speak several different languages. These languages are part of the Pamir languages group. They are a branch of the wider Iranian languages family. Each Pamiri community might speak its own unique language or dialect.

Pamiri Religion

Most Pamiri people follow the Ismaili branch of Shia Islam. This is a specific type of Islam that has its own traditions and leaders. A smaller number of Pamiris follow Sunni Islam. Their faith is an important part of their daily lives and culture.

Pamiri Culture and Traditions

Pamiri culture is deeply connected to their mountain home. They have unique traditions in music, dance, and storytelling. Their way of life often involves farming and herding in the high valleys.

Daily Life in the Mountains

Life in the Pamir Mountains can be tough because of the high altitude and cold weather. Pamiri homes are often built to withstand these conditions. They have developed special ways to farm and raise animals in this environment.

Pamiri Arts and Crafts

Pamiri people are known for their beautiful handicrafts. These include woven textiles, carpets, and traditional clothing. Their designs often reflect the natural beauty of the mountains.