By Atiq ur Rehman Buzdar
May it be the snow-clad 'Pamirs' and 'Hindukush' or the rugged plains along the 'Amu Darya', the
very nature of afghan terrain defines the ferocity of thought and action in afghan psyche.All that we know about Afghanistan is all the while, exploding bombs and flying off limbs and bones.Perpetual wars and tales of ferocity set in the background of rugged terrain have led us believe Afghan as a natural born warrior.No doubt he is. But here pops the query where is the softer humane side of Afghanistan. If there were and are some inhabitants gracing the rugged stretches of the country since times primordial, they must not be so dumb not to have culture,rituals and festivities.At least I do believe , fed up from muddle of gun battle all day long, both Taliban and Northern Alliance boys shake their bodies with "Attan" (Traditional Afghan Dance) to the accompaniment of drums and pipes, in the evening. May be they be warriors of Tora Bora Cave park or a peaceful Afghan citizens , none can resist the aroma of Kabli Pulao. Home town to best Guerrilla Warfare performers , Kandhar also boasts being the hometown of Nashenas (Sadiq Fitrat Habibi),most popular Pashtu singer since 70s.
We may think Heartless Supernatural Warrior of them but they do get themselves tuned to soft melodies gushing out of "Kabli Rubab" ( lute-like musical instrument). Despite attaining mastery in Warfare,Afghan did spare time to decorate their cities of aesthetic wonders such as Gardens of Baber (Kabul) and Paghman Garden Resort (Kabul). With turban covered head and Clad in a shabby "Shalwar-Qamiz", Afghan may seem dull and rustic but their Trucks are riot of color : nice reminder of Horror Vacui Visual art. Being of unique Decor , Afghan and Pakistani Trucks are distinct of all the weirdest motors ,Tech-savvy companies can ever think off. We thought the terrain most cursed upon, but in 60s and 70s Afghanistan was most romantic Destination of the Hippies who thronged in thousands to Kabul and Herat. Superb Hospitality, Plenty of Hashish and seclusion from the hustle of the world was all that they dreamt and Afghanistan eagery offered. Come to the terrain , though its rugged in a cruel way there still are many attractions such as beautiful blue water Band e Amir Lakes (Band e Amir National Park) and the Jewel of the Hindu Kush Mountains that is "PanjShir Valley".
All that we know about is Afghanistan so far is the Dark side of the moon. Lets snoop about the Bright side from now on.
"Come hell or High Waters" , Afghan Culture and folklore will live on.
May it be the snow-clad 'Pamirs' and 'Hindukush' or the rugged plains along the 'Amu Darya', the
very nature of afghan terrain defines the ferocity of thought and action in afghan psyche.All that we know about Afghanistan is all the while, exploding bombs and flying off limbs and bones.Perpetual wars and tales of ferocity set in the background of rugged terrain have led us believe Afghan as a natural born warrior.No doubt he is. But here pops the query where is the softer humane side of Afghanistan. If there were and are some inhabitants gracing the rugged stretches of the country since times primordial, they must not be so dumb not to have culture,rituals and festivities.At least I do believe , fed up from muddle of gun battle all day long, both Taliban and Northern Alliance boys shake their bodies with "Attan" (Traditional Afghan Dance) to the accompaniment of drums and pipes, in the evening. May be they be warriors of Tora Bora Cave park or a peaceful Afghan citizens , none can resist the aroma of Kabli Pulao. Home town to best Guerrilla Warfare performers , Kandhar also boasts being the hometown of Nashenas (Sadiq Fitrat Habibi),most popular Pashtu singer since 70s.
We may think Heartless Supernatural Warrior of them but they do get themselves tuned to soft melodies gushing out of "Kabli Rubab" ( lute-like musical instrument). Despite attaining mastery in Warfare,Afghan did spare time to decorate their cities of aesthetic wonders such as Gardens of Baber (Kabul) and Paghman Garden Resort (Kabul). With turban covered head and Clad in a shabby "Shalwar-Qamiz", Afghan may seem dull and rustic but their Trucks are riot of color : nice reminder of Horror Vacui Visual art. Being of unique Decor , Afghan and Pakistani Trucks are distinct of all the weirdest motors ,Tech-savvy companies can ever think off. We thought the terrain most cursed upon, but in 60s and 70s Afghanistan was most romantic Destination of the Hippies who thronged in thousands to Kabul and Herat. Superb Hospitality, Plenty of Hashish and seclusion from the hustle of the world was all that they dreamt and Afghanistan eagery offered. Come to the terrain , though its rugged in a cruel way there still are many attractions such as beautiful blue water Band e Amir Lakes (Band e Amir National Park) and the Jewel of the Hindu Kush Mountains that is "PanjShir Valley".
All that we know about is Afghanistan so far is the Dark side of the moon. Lets snoop about the Bright side from now on.
"Come hell or High Waters" , Afghan Culture and folklore will live on.
Awesum.....Simply mind catching!!!!!
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DeleteBeautiful imagery - thank you.
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