Chowmas Festival || Kalash Valley Pakistan || Vlog

Chowmos or Choimos (Chitirmas in Khowar) It is the longest and most religious-like festival for Kalasha because every day and everything has to be purified during this. Some adults cut cedar tree branches and burn them, thus creating a thick smoke, a message to their god mixed with the blessing hymns and songs.
The Kalash people are an indigenous ethnic group living in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. They are known for their unique culture, traditions, and festivals. One of the most significant festivals of the Kalash people is the Chomas Festival, also known as the Joshi Festival.
Chomas Festival is a spring festival celebrated by the Kalash people to welcome the arrival of spring and to bid farewell to the winter season. It usually takes place in mid-May and lasts for several days. During this festival, the Kalash people dress up in their traditional attire, sing and dance together, and offer sacrifices to their gods.
Here are some key highlights of the Chomas Festival:
Traditional dress: Kalash men and women wear their traditional attire, which includes colorful clothes, headgear, and accessories.
Music and dance: Traditional music and dance are an integral part of the festival. Kalash people perform traditional dances like the "Kho" and "Surna" to the beat of drums and flutes.
Food: Traditional food like "Sherpa" (a type of bread), "Kapa" (a type of soup), and "Diram Phik" (a type of rice dish) are prepared during the festival.
Sacrifices: The Kalash people offer sacrifices to their gods, including goats, sheep, and cattle.
Games and sports: Traditional games like archery, wrestling, and polo are played during the festival.
Social gatherings: The festival provides an opportunity for social gatherings, where Kalash people come together to meet, greet, and strengthen their bonds with each other.
Overall, the Chomas Festival is a vibrant and colorful celebration that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Kalash people.

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