Hunzai Dance Performed by Senior Citizens of Gojal Hunza in Karachi
Hareep: Hunzai
Performed by: Senior Citizens of Gojal Hunza
Event: Aik Shaam Akabireen K Naam (ASWED)
The Hunzai Dance is a traditional folk dance originating from the Hunza Valley in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan. This dance is usually performed by the people of Hunza at festive occasions such as weddings, cultural festivals, and other social events.
The Hunzai Dance is known for its graceful and synchronized movements, accompanied by traditional music played on the duff, sitar, and other musical instruments. The dance involves a group of men and women who form a circle and dance around a drummer in the center. The dancers move in a circular motion while holding each other's hands and arms.
In the case of the Senior Citizens of gilgit this dance is performed by elderly men who have migrated to the city from their native villages in Hunza. Despite their age, they continue to keep their culture and traditions alive by performing the Hunzai Dance. The Senior Citizens of gilgit have been organizing picnic event for many years, where they showcase their traditions and heritage.
The Hunzai Dance performed by the Senior Citizens of gilgit Hunza in ghakuch is a beautiful sight to behold. It is a testament to the resilience of these individuals who have left their homes and settled in a continue to celebrate their culture and pass it on to the next generation. Their performance is a celebration of life, love, and the beauty of their cultural heritage.