Khawaja Digar: A Time-Honored Tradition in Kashmir
By: Javid Amin Khawaja Digar is a revered and ancient tradition that unfolds in the heart of Kashmir every year on the 3rd day of the Islamic month of Rabi-ul-Awwal.…
Kashmir’s Reviving Willow Craft: A Global Treasure in the Making
Kashmir’s Revered Willow Craft: A Global Marvel In the picturesque valley of Kashmir, an age-old tradition is experiencing a remarkable revival. The craft of wicker willow, locally known as “Kaani…
The Yender: A Symbol of Kashmir’s Culture and Heritage
The artefact stands witness to the rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship of Kashmir By: Manzoor Akash The spinning wheel of Kashmir, locally known as Yender, holds a unique place in…
Kashmiri Women Trailblazers Inspire with Remarkable Achievements
People of Kashmir haven’t been much in mainstream media, so here are Kashmiri women achievers we should know about to correct that oversight. Kashmir has seen a lot of strife…
Ayash Arif: Exploring the Journey of a Multifaceted Talent
Dr. Ayash Arif is an extraordinary individual who has carved a niche for himself in the world of art. With a career spanning almost four decades, he has donned various…
Your trip to Kashmir is incomplete without trying these appetising local Delicacies
Kashmir, the prestigious crown of the country and an integral part of the nation, has always caught the attention of onlookers. The snow-clad peaks in Kashmir and the Holy Shrine…
Karakul the Kashmir’s royal cap, a unique symbol of Kashmiri Culture and Tradition
The traditional cap used by the people of Kashmir is known as Qaraqal in the local language. Considered to be the royal cap of Kashmir, it’s the symbol of honour…
Namda: The felted wool rugs of Kashmir
Loved by all and claimed by many as its own, Kashmir, with its unsurpassable beauty and highly cultured people who create intricate crafts, makes a poet of one and all.…
Winter is Coming: How do people in Kashmir prepare for harsh winters
With the fading autumn and the falling of brown chinar leaves, the temperature is slowly but steadily dipping in the Valley. This happens to be the time when Kashmiris start…
Chillai Kalan- Interesting facts
Chillai Kalan or Chillia Kalan (Kashmiri pronunciation: , Translation : forty days of intense cold) is the local name given to 40 day period of harsh winter in Kashmir. It…