Kashmiri Culture ID

The Kashmiri culture, originating from the beautiful region of Kashmir, embodies a rich tapestry of art, tradition, and hospitality. Renowned for its warmth and graciousness, the Kashmiri society is deeply rooted in ethics and etiquette.

The quintessential ethnic clothing of Kashmiri people comprises of Pheran, a knee-length robe worn by both men and women. The community is also well-known for their elaborate Wazwan cuisine, an array of approximately 36 delectable dishes predominantly featuring mutton.

Kashmiri people are admirably skilled in the arts and crafts. Perhaps the most globally acknowledged facet of Kashmiri craft is the intricate art of making Pashmina shawls and ornate houseboats. Elements of their rich heritage are also demonstrated through music and dance forms like Rouf, a traditional folk dance performed by women during celebratory occasions.

Religiously diverse, Kashmir is home to Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Buddhism, exhibiting harmony and peaceful coexistence. Their language, Kashmiri or Koshur, is part of the Dardic subgroup of Indo-Aryan languages, adding to their distinct identity.

Known as "Paradise on Earth," Kashmir is not only blessed with natural beauty but also a vibrant, rich culture and warm-hearted people, embodying the essence of their spirit: "Kashmiriyat." Every aspect of their society, from food to clothing and craft to religion, paints a colorful portrait of their age-old, captivating culture.

Spiritual Ethos

While some cultures turn to war and others to worldly knowledge, this culture places its trust in the only constant throughout its history - the divine. Spirituality is the only way forward in a harsh and uncaring world.

• +10% Monthly Piety
• +15% Control Growth
• -20% Faith Creation and Reformation Cost

Each culture will have an ethos, which represents the core values, principles and attitude towards life that the culture has. It also determines which court types are available for kingdoms and empires.

• Equal Inheritance
• Himalayan Settlers
• Refined Poetry

Each culture will have several traditions, which represent the main customs of a culture and can grant various effects. A culture can have up to five traditions in the tribal era, with every additional era reached granting an additional slot for Traditions.

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