"Northeast of the border, beyond mountains and across valleys, through perilous paths and dangerous terrain, a journey of over seven hundred miles leads to the Pamira." The Pamira is what we now call Pamir.
A convergence of mountains, sculpted by millions of years, the Creator has formed a massive 'knot' on the earth, a mystery that countless people wish to unravel.
The Pamir Mountain Knot, known as 'Buzhou Mountain' in ancient mythology, is the birthplace of the creator god Pangu and also considered the pillar of heaven and earth.
Water flows from here to all directions of the world, which is why 'Pamir' is also regarded as the origin of all mountains and the source of all waters.
The Pamir Plateau is the western gateway of China, and the ancient Silk Road passed through here. Before the Persian Empire and the Empire of Alexander, both the East and the West considered the Pamir as the end of the world.
At an altitude of over four thousand meters, the plateau rises steeply, with glaciers above and stones below that have borne witness to the journey of monks seeking scriptures, gold-seeking foreigners, and expedition caravans. The wind passes through the mountain ranges, whispering the stories of yesteryears.
The Pamir People Living on the
Roof of the World
The Pamir people, an Iranian ethnic group living in the Pamir Plateau region, are distributed in the Gorno-Badakhshan region of Tajikistan, Badakhshan Province in Afghanistan, northern Pakistan, and the Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Xinjiang, China.
In China, the Pamir people are known as the 'Tajik ethnic group'. They have a unique and highly recognizable style of dress, especially their hats. It is said that the Tajik people are descendants of the Sun God and a Han princess, hence they are also called 'People of the Sun Tribe'.
Close to the Sky,
the Stone City
Tashkurgan, meaning 'Stone City' in Uyghur, is where several of the world's tallest mountain ranges converge, lifting Tashkurgan to an average altitude of over 4000 meters. Known as the 'City in the Clouds'.
Here, 'one county borders three countries', adjacent to Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. Due to the plateau's unique geographical and climatic conditions, the air is pure and visibility is excellent, allowing one to see the dazzling and clear beautiful starry sky. Time and space condense into a mysterious and magnificent epic in this pure land.
Pamir Eagle
On the ancient Pamir Plateau, there is a legend of a magical creature, the Pamir Eagle. It has golden feathers and sharp eyes, and is the guardian of all creatures on the plateau. In the hearts of the Tajik people, the eagle represents bravery, justice, loyalty, and purity.
There is a legend about an old shepherd who accidentally obtained an eagle's wing bone, made it into an eagle flute, and played a beautiful sound. He spread his arms and danced like an eagle, and the eagle dance has been passed down since then, expressing people's worship of the eagle. For this reason, the Tajik people are also seen as the 'People of the Eagle'.
Weaving Light into Brocade
The color environment on the plateau is relatively monotonous, and the Tajik people like to use rich colors to render the atmosphere of life. They regard red as a symbol of sunlight and consider white and red to be the most beautiful colors.
They often use geometric, plant, and floral patterns on the collars, cuffs, or edges of their clothing. The primitive natural totem worship is still retained in the lives of the Tajik people. They observe from life, gain inspiration, and everything on the plateau can become material for embroidery.
Horse Riding and Sheep
Grabbing, a Traditional Outdoor
Activity of the Tajik People
Highland herders often have to struggle against harsh weather and fierce beasts to protect their cattle and sheep. When sheep get scattered, they gallop on horseback to pick up a hundred-pound sheep, lift it onto the horse's back, and carry it back to the flock. Over time, the skill of sheep grabbing has evolved into a sheep grabbing competition.
During the process, the rider must coordinate with the horse, control the horse's speed and direction, and at the same time grab the sheep's leg while maintaining balance. The horse's hooves raise the wind and sand, showcasing the wisdom and courage of the plateau people in their interaction with nature.
Nature Welcomes All,
So Do the Tajik People
Tashkurgan County is known as 'The Pure Land at the End of the World': the mountains and plains are pure, and society is pure. The plateau scenery is magnificent, and the local customs are simple and hospitable. They warmly entertain guests regardless of kinship, age, or ethnicity; all visitors and lodgers are warmly welcomed. The hand-kissing ritual is a typical greeting etiquette of the Tajik people.
It is said that the detention center in Tashkurgan County has been vacant for many years, not because the local police are lazy, but because there are really no criminals there.
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ventures into the Pamir Plateau, to pay homage to nature, listen to the ancient natural worship sounded by the Tajik eagle flute, regain faith in nature, and return to the place of nature.
A convergence of mountains, sculpted by millions of years, the Creator has formed a massive 'knot' on the earth, a mystery that countless people wish to unravel.
The Pamir Mountain Knot, known as 'Buzhou Mountain' in ancient mythology, is the birthplace of the creator god Pangu and also considered the pillar of heaven and earth.
Water flows from here to all directions of the world, which is why 'Pamir' is also regarded as the origin of all mountains and the source of all waters.
The Pamir Plateau is the western gateway of China, and the ancient Silk Road passed through here. Before the Persian Empire and the Empire of Alexander, both the East and the West considered the Pamir as the end of the world.
At an altitude of over four thousand meters, the plateau rises steeply, with glaciers above and stones below that have borne witness to the journey of monks seeking scriptures, gold-seeking foreigners, and expedition caravans. The wind passes through the mountain ranges, whispering the stories of yesteryears.
The Pamir People
Living on the Roof of
the World
The Pamir people, an Iranian ethnic group living in the Pamir Plateau region, are distributed in the Gorno-Badakhshan region of Tajikistan, Badakhshan Province in Afghanistan, northern Pakistan, and the Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Xinjiang, China.
In China, the Pamir people are known as the 'Tajik ethnic group'. They have a unique and highly recognizable style of dress, especially their hats. It is said that the Tajik people are descendants of the Sun God and a Han princess, hence they are also called 'People of the Sun Tribe'.
Close to the Sky,
the Stone City
Tashkurgan, meaning 'Stone City' in Uyghur, is where several of the world's tallest mountain ranges converge, lifting Tashkurgan to an average altitude of over 4000 meters. Known as the 'City in the Clouds'.
Here, 'one county borders three countries', adjacent to Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. Due to the plateau's unique geographical and climatic conditions, the air is pure and visibility is excellent, allowing one to see the dazzling and clear beautiful starry sky. Time and space condense into a mysterious and magnificent epic in this pure land.
Weaving Light
into Brocade
The color environment on the plateau is relatively monotonous, and the Tajik people like to use rich colors to render the atmosphere of life. They regard red as a symbol of sunlight and consider white and red to be the most beautiful colors.
They often use geometric, plant, and floral patterns on the collars, cuffs, or edges of their clothing. The primitive natural totem worship is still retained in the lives of the Tajik people. They observe from life, gain inspiration, and everything on the plateau can become material for embroidery.
Pamir Eagle
On the ancient Pamir Plateau, there is a legend of a magical creature, the Pamir Eagle. It has golden feathers and sharp eyes, and is the guardian of all creatures on the plateau. In the hearts of the Tajik people, the eagle represents bravery, justice, loyalty, and purity.
There is a legend about an old shepherd who accidentally obtained an eagle's wing bone, made it into an eagle flute, and played a beautiful sound. He spread his arms and danced like an eagle, and the eagle dance has been passed down since then, expressing people's worship of the eagle. For this reason, the Tajik people are also seen as the 'People of the Eagle'.
Horse Riding and Sheep Grabbing, a Traditional Outdoor Activity of the Tajik People
Highland herders often have to struggle against harsh weather and fierce beasts to protect their cattle and sheep. When sheep get scattered, they gallop on horseback to pick up a hundred-pound sheep, lift it onto the horse's back, and carry it back to the flock. Over time, the skill of sheep grabbing has evolved into a sheep grabbing competition.
During the process, the rider must coordinate with the horse, control the horse's speed and direction, and at the same time grab the sheep's leg while maintaining balance. The horse's hooves raise the wind and sand, showcasing the wisdom and courage of the plateau people in their interaction with nature.
Nature Welcomes All,
So Do the Tajik People
Tashkurgan County is known as 'The Pure Land at the End of the World': the mountains and plains are pure, and society is pure. The plateau scenery is magnificent, and the local customs are simple and hospitable. They warmly entertain guests regardless of kinship, age, or ethnicity; all visitors and lodgers are warmly welcomed. The hand-kissing ritual is a typical greeting etiquette of the Tajik people.
It is said that the detention center in Tashkurgan County has been vacant for many years, not because the local police are lazy, but because there are really no criminals there.
