I visited the Hunsa valley in the 1980s, when it was still traditional and very isolated. Very difficult to to reach. I was the only tourist. A beautiful place!
As a busy young mom I rarely take time to watch things. This was stunning. I am American born to Pakistani immigrants. I am trying to repair my relationship with food since Ramadan 2023. I am obese, I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. Eating Whole Foods is hard in America where fast food is cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. And people prefer fast food over these “bland boring” foods. These fast food franchises have glamorizes their bad food and over portions and using apps and technology to get to us. I am done. I am going back to my roots. Fasting 14 hours minimum daily and eating fruits and vegetables and plant based proteins and occasional meats. I feel better and hopefully the scale will show better too. Took me 30 years to realize this and I know it will take me years to take these 100 pounds off. But in the process I hope my kids will never have this poor relationship with food like I did. I hope they will appreciate the food naturally grown and we have set up the backyard with planters to grow our own tomatoes and other vegetables to gain some appreciation of our natural world.
*Low Carb Moderate Protein High Fat * Way Of Eating Is Nutritious. Lchf / Keto Is The Only Way To Get Rid Of Autoimmune Disorder, Inflammation. Listen To Dr. Stephen Phinney, Dr. Jeff Volek, Prof. Tim Noakes, Dr. Benjamin Bikman, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Perl Mutter, Chiropractor Eric Berg Etc.... ❤From Chennai India.
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As a child ( over 50yrs ago) I remember reading a book about the longevity of the hunza people and their consumption of apricot kernals..very interesting!
Lots of old people do that the Japanese I believe do that as well that island of people ...kaybe I'm misremembering I often confuse Japan and China 😂 oops
A meticulously crafted film that authentically represents the essence of Hunza. It's important to note that the community is referred to as "Wakhi" people, not "Wahi." Your dedication to accurately capturing the spirit of the region shines through in your work.
Thank you so much! Hahah yes I get that a lot! I am preparing a documentary on Shimshal valley which is Wakhi, will make sure to spell it right this time!
Thanks for showing me home man. It's true that a lot of things have changed today. But, life has become much easier for the people of Hunza now. There was a shortage of food once in the region, but people don't have that issue anymore. People have been exercising less now due to all the ease they are enjoying. The lifespan is still very high in the region. My grandma is around 95 years old. I believe that the secret to a long life is mainly due to connectivity of the people, less stress, and healthy minds. People don't worry about things and have all the time in the world. The food and environment play a good role in longevity, but happiness in general plays a very crucial role. The people of Hunza are mainly fun-loving, respectful, and cheerful.
@@assezzen194 She likes apricot seeds but she doesn't eat them much anymore. Fruits, well four times a week maybe. But she eats lots of food and intakes water. She like to have tea with bread a lot.
Excellent documentary! really enjoyed it. What a beautiful place, and fascinating people and culture. It is a shame to see the culture being eroded so much by western influences though
A few years ago, in mid-life my health had plummeted to an all-time low. I attended a Lifestyle seminar by Dr Errol Brice on an Organic Plant-based diet. It took me over a year to transition. In two years, I lost 90 lbs, only taking one pill, but the dosage was cut in half, and am in peak health at 65. When I see the unadulterated land in which fruits and veggies contain peak nutrients, I can only wish for a place like the Hunza Valley to purchase my produce. Love the documentary!
Thank you for showing this beautiful part of Northern Pakistan to the world. Hunza is an incredible place with kindest people. They grow most of their food themselves which is high quality and organic at best. No wonder they live long healthy life. 😍 Love my brothers up North, greetings from Punjab.
I first learned of the Hunza region in a couple of books I read while living in Hong Kong around 1989 for three years., loaned to me by people who used to trek there regularly. I never managed to get there myself and over the years the political climate and other priorities in my life have prevented a visit to Pakistan. Maybe, one day, my dream will come true. This film has brought the dream back. The Hunza valley reminds me of the Zanskar region and the high mountains which make up the valley walls, an area I have managed to visit. The story of how food has changed in the region by the imports of food from outside is a common story of areas once famed for their remoteness. The staples of peas, buck wheat and barley are similar in the Indian Himalaya, but the improvement of roads and increase in tourism has also changed the diet of local people. Someone I know really well has, this year, started selling ice cream in Padum, the main town of Zanskar, with a machine they invested in, the main ingredient being milk cream imported in cartons from outside the region. A wonderful film and with an articulate commentary.
I see the efforts that you had put while making this video. Lots of informative and well researched. wishing best for the Hunza people too. Thanks to all team and thanks to the Hunza People
Hunza - litlle nose. Burrashka - man's language. Balt istan - place of mud. Kalash - people of castle. Bubulina - thunder. Pamir - good view. Don't give up to your way of life Hunza people.
I will tell you an interesting fact, the inhabitants of Hunza are descendants of 6 thousand soldiers of Alexander the Great who did not return to their homeland! Alexander the Great belonged to an Illyrian tribe and the descendants of the Illyrians are today's Albanians! Hunza has meaning in the language Albanian The nose, the nose distinguishes these residents from the locals!! the language these residents speak is called burrashka and it means the language of men in Albanian!! If you go there you will hear many words in the Albanian language and names in the Albanian language, there are also some songs that these residents sing in Albanian!! interesting!
That’s similar to to Albanian words burrash means man in Albania and a lot words are very similar I think that culture came from the Alexander the Great army. Witch means were the Illyrians.
We were connected to a great extend with North-eastern part of Pakistan in the past, that's the reason I'm not surprised by looking at the similarities between us, be it the geography( high peaks all around), livestocks( like yaks), eating habits (buckwheat pancakes, barley, wheat, peas), Vegetation ( crops, and apricots,apples,walnut) ,language (their Balti language ) & people (resemblance to some extend). BTW I'm from Ladakh,India and the situations are the same here, as we are also witnessing rapid changes, which seemed interesting at first but now this urbanization seems going out of our hands after Government of India declared us as UT in 2019 and is affecting our native/old lifestyle because of limitless tourists influx. Hoping to visit there once to feel our historical connection ❤
These are the descendants of Alexander the Great, they are of Albanian descent from the Illyrian kingdom from the Balkans They have preserved the Albanian language and still speak Albanian
Their ancestors are Alexander the Great, they speak Wakhi, a Persian language, and living on that place for long. Kalash people meanwhile, was the closest one in description if you wanna describe Alexander the Great's and the Balkan armies he commands descendants.
Gilgit has highest literacy rate in Pakistan which ehich is above 95% also highest life expectancy as high as developed countries like japan and norway ❤.
Glad to see videos you produced. it’s like a documentary style which takes full attention to watch to learn the ‘gold’ advice each of the interviewees you interviewed.
High quality VERY well made video. The people of Hunza are now experiencing what has happened to the United States. Poor quality food and sitting in front of a computer or TV all day. The new generation wants fast and convenient. Sad.
Thank you! Yes indeed, it is quite sad! I personnally don't know if the claims that they used to live more than 100 years old or even 120 years old is founded but the recent changes definitely must have decreased their health!
Excellent documentary about Hunza valley .At the same time there are many myths about the valley , especially life expectancy. The chronic disease are common including cancer and chronic infectious disease. The mental health problems are quite common including depression, anxiety and other serious psychology problems resulting higher suicidal deaths .
A wonderful Video capturing Landscapes of mesmerising and unparalleled beauty. 👌👌 Beautiful presentation with some good research. 👍👍 But felt a premonition. With the construction of the highway and development of businesses, modern civilization is making its entry from the lower planes. This may be the beginning of the end of the Hunza way of Life.
Thank you! Unfortunately, I think this is already underway but all cultures evolve so we can only hope that the valley will keep its identity while embracing modernity!
An excellent documentary about Hunza Valley. Indeed the place and people are amazing which makes the place more valuable. Beautiful Pakistan💚 Lovely Hunza🤍
One of the best documentary based on facts and knowledge. Every place has its own food and drinks and the purest form always keeps us healthy.. Thanks for sharing such valueable details of Hunza Valley .
pakistan belongs to india doesnt it? all i hear about Pakistan is that women are not free and all that honor death very backwards i would be terrified to visit
They were honest and really freindly, as a western woman it is safe dressed respectfully but you'll get a lot of attention but remember the Pakistan government only control 60% of Pakistan.
This place is amazing! I was there in March this year definitely want to go again very soon! Inshallah It’s a gem of a place, full of natural beauty, simplicity & friendliness of people are irreplaceable! I am Punjabi but live in UK, this place is my new favorite. Strongly recommended!
@@Seedsofdiscovery I think will watch all of your videos because I’ve missed a lot of spots so need to do this side properly before heading to skardu which I couldn’t do last time!
Excellent video - very many thanks. Very interesting & very informative with wonderful photography. I have really enjoyed my 'armchair' travel in a beautiful place & only regret I am unable to go. Thankyou to all.
Hunza is the heaven in the world 🌎 btw Pakistan 🇵🇰 is the most beautiful county in the world ❤ people in Pakistan are so amazing that I have no words ❤ so loving and caring ❤
Seems to me that if you just Avoid the actual bad food (typical processed western food), youll just massively gain the chanses of living much longer. If you to that add to move often, and the social part of stressfree life, youve maximized your bodies capability of living long life.
I will tell you an interesting fact, the inhabitants of Hunza are descendants of 6 thousand soldiers of Alexander the Great who did not return to their homeland! Alexander the Great belonged to an Illyrian tribe and the descendants of the Illyrians are today's Albanians! Hunza has meaning in the language Albanian The nose, the nose distinguishes these residents from the locals!! the language these residents speak is called burrashka and it means the language of men in Albanian!! If you go there you will hear many words in the Albanian language and names in the Albanian language, there are also some songs that these residents sing in Albanian!! interesting!
❤ Love from northern Pakistan ❤ North Pakistan is onown as gandhara ... It was a buddhist Zoros coubtry state in oast but now it is Muslim ❤😊 And it was neverpart of India
I visted Hunza and Khunjrab pass last week. Hunza is getting modernized with each passing day. The traditional things, foods and stories are getting vanish with older generation. In coming few years i m seeing hunza no less than a modernized western society eating KFCs, Mcdonalds and drinkin Starbucks coffee. Ps i also visited pizza pamir and yak grill , yak grill was so tasty and i m afraid that soon yak speice is also going to extinct with more influx of tourists. 😂
the southern people of pakistan who are racist dont invest money like government funds but rather they give contracts to other area people.pakistani tried their best to took over this land,but failed miserably.i was very happy to see locals making roads using ancient Roman style by using rocks instead of asphalt.my heart literally cried when i saw the social unjustice done by radical and extremists southerners.The locals are one of the most friendly and hospitable people i had ever m3t in my entire life❤.i hope i will manage and spare some time in near future to visit again.10 years ago there was no noise but last time i heard alot of hemorhoid patients bark on loudspeakers 5 to 3 times a day
Hunza inspired kipling to write his famous book titled " shangarila " and as for apricots,,, they were brought yarkand now part of china, yarkand was once part of Pakistan till we bartered lands
How are the Hunza people preserving their culture in the midst of the dominant Islamic neighborhood? Are they still as remote as they used to be or the main stream Pakistanis are gradually eating up their unique culture? Are Buddhism and nature religions of the region (or at least the cultural practices) still alive or have become victims like Bamiyan and Hindukush?
From what I understand, since the building of the Karakoram Highway, the region is far less isolated than before. There is more mixing between the rest of Pakistan and Hunza. Regarding religions, islam became dominant quite late in the region, there are still some shamanic practices but I don't believe Buddhism is still practiced.Hunza people are very proud of their culture and try their best to preserve it and as any culture it evolves with time. The local branch of islam practiced there is the ismaiili branch of shia which is quite progressive.
Very impressive documentary, thanks for visiting Pakistan and showing world the real face of our country. By the way which drone did you use for aerial photography?
Hi. Great documentary. How much did it cost you to make this documentary ? My main interest is the apricot / apricot seed eating / apricot seed oil as well as the fruit eating habits of the Hunzakuts, for health and longevity. =) Would love to discover their fruit planting / maintaining / harvesting systems... I also would love to research the B17 vitamin...
Hi @assezzen194, thank you! It is hard to estimate as I was traveling as a tourist in Pakistan and just happened to ask my guides if they knew people I could interview. It was not a very organised or professional shooting, just an opportunity I took. The camera, mic, etc I already had, i didn't have to rent anything. And I did the editing myself.
Hunza is an Albanian word for nose! Story has it they named the valley Hunza because of the shape of the nose. In Albanian southern dialect we say hundeza. Yes, Hunza people originate there since Alexander the Great and of course through the centuries have been mixed with the local population. They speak a language they call it burrash which in Albanian language simply means man or men. As per their cuisine it is fairly similar to ours in other words it's mostly mediterranean. One who has visited there and eaten their dishes can see the similarities if he visits Albania. Their life longevity may be a combination of food, air and water.
Sorry, this doddering dotard does not have an Instagram account and does not intend to have one or any such social media.. He doesn't communicate in soundbites. He prefers ancient ways such as email. Anyway, I have also travelled to Kaghan Valley. Again, in the 1960s. Out of this world!
I'm from hunza In upper hunza we speak wakhi In lower hunza burushaski and shina In central hunza burushaski We hunzais are 100% ismailis and there aren't any non ismailis locals living in hunza We have made hunza a brand name
Very sad to see people from everywhere in the world drinking Coca-Cola , eating Pizza, ... and loosing their health and autenticity of habits and values. We need to change that again!
The pizza place is more geared towards tourists to the area, at least that's what I noticed when I visited 4 years ago. It was surprisingly good for being in such a secluded region of the world haha. I did enjoy the traditional food as well though. Hunza and all of northern Pakistan are true bucket list places to visit. The people are so hospitable and the scenery is breathtaking.
Burusho people of Hunza are ancient Tocharians of Xinjiang. They share border with xinjiang where Tocharian mummies were found. They are definitely not Greek but tocharians of north western China. Ancient tocharians are believed to have a Celtic origin.
Those cultures are from the Alexander the Great armies and many words I do understand them in Albanian language. Hunza burrash. Even some their old marks are the same as they were founded in Albanian Illyrian culture
I visited the Hunsa valley in the 1980s, when it was still traditional and very isolated.
Very difficult to to reach. I was the only tourist. A beautiful place!
What's it like now? Probably the only place in Pakistan I'd wanna visit tbh
Less isolated, more globalised but still special. It has kept a lot of traditions and is still breathtaking!@@perad1895
I wish I could have experienced that!
@@Seedsofdiscovery Awesome! will defo have to visit!!
Is the Dha Hanu valley still isolated?
As a busy young mom I rarely take time to watch things. This was stunning. I am American born to Pakistani immigrants. I am trying to repair my relationship with food since Ramadan 2023. I am obese, I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. Eating Whole Foods is hard in America where fast food is cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. And people prefer fast food over these “bland boring” foods. These fast food franchises have glamorizes their bad food and over portions and using apps and technology to get to us. I am done. I am going back to my roots. Fasting 14 hours minimum daily and eating fruits and vegetables and plant based proteins and occasional meats. I feel better and hopefully the scale will show better too. Took me 30 years to realize this and I know it will take me years to take these 100 pounds off. But in the process I hope my kids will never have this poor relationship with food like I did. I hope they will appreciate the food naturally grown and we have set up the backyard with planters to grow our own tomatoes and other vegetables to gain some appreciation of our natural world.
I wish you luck and all the best! A healthier diet will definitely make a positive impact!
Good luck my dear, your attitude is admirable
*Low Carb Moderate Protein High Fat * Way Of Eating Is Nutritious.
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It's food however it's worth checking thyroid and other hormones which often get disrupted post natal. Dr Naveed
Dear Good Girl. You are doing well,
but keep in mind it will take time. So don't give up. Perseverance is the key to success. May Allah shower His Blessings on you. 👍🤲
As a child ( over 50yrs ago) I remember reading a book about the longevity of the hunza people and their consumption of apricot kernals..very interesting!
Lots of old people do that the Japanese I believe do that as well that island of people ...kaybe I'm misremembering I often confuse Japan and China 😂 oops
I'm a Filipino I never thought Pakistan has thiz amazing beauty of nature!!!
Promote Pakistan!!!
Hunza
Thank you!
I went to Hunza Valley in 2015. Is a magic place...there aren't words to describe so marvellous places
It is indeed an out of this world place!
I wish to go there too. Can cars go to the village or is it a lot of walking
A meticulously crafted film that authentically represents the essence of Hunza. It's important to note that the community is referred to as "Wakhi" people, not "Wahi." Your dedication to accurately capturing the spirit of the region shines through in your work.
Thank you so much! Hahah yes I get that a lot! I am preparing a documentary on Shimshal valley which is Wakhi, will make sure to spell it right this time!
Thanks for showing me home man. It's true that a lot of things have changed today. But, life has become much easier for the people of Hunza now. There was a shortage of food once in the region, but people don't have that issue anymore. People have been exercising less now due to all the ease they are enjoying. The lifespan is still very high in the region. My grandma is around 95 years old. I believe that the secret to a long life is mainly due to connectivity of the people, less stress, and healthy minds. People don't worry about things and have all the time in the world. The food and environment play a good role in longevity, but happiness in general plays a very crucial role. The people of Hunza are mainly fun-loving, respectful, and cheerful.
Thank you! It definitely plays a role there! I am glad this little documentary shot true to you :)
Hi; Does your grandma eat apricot seeds every day ? Does she use apricot seed oil ? How much fruit does she eat ?
@@assezzen194 She likes apricot seeds but she doesn't eat them much anymore. Fruits, well four times a week maybe. But she eats lots of food and intakes water. She like to have tea with bread a lot.
Excellent documentary! really enjoyed it. What a beautiful place, and fascinating people and culture. It is a shame to see the culture being eroded so much by western influences though
A few years ago, in mid-life my health had plummeted to an all-time low. I attended a Lifestyle seminar by Dr Errol Brice on an Organic Plant-based diet. It took me over a year to transition. In two years, I lost 90 lbs, only taking one pill, but the dosage was cut in half, and am in peak health at 65. When I see the unadulterated land in which fruits and veggies contain peak nutrients, I can only wish for a place like the Hunza Valley to purchase my produce. Love the documentary!
This place seems indeed a gem. I hope it will remain unspoiled.
Thank you for showing this beautiful part of Northern Pakistan to the world. Hunza is an incredible place with kindest people. They grow most of their food themselves which is high quality and organic at best. No wonder they live long healthy life. 😍
Love my brothers up North, greetings from Punjab.
Thank you!
I first learned of the Hunza region in a couple of books I read while living in Hong Kong around 1989 for three years., loaned to me by people who used to trek there regularly. I never managed to get there myself and over the years the political climate and other priorities in my life have prevented a visit to Pakistan. Maybe, one day, my dream will come true. This film has brought the dream back. The Hunza valley reminds me of the Zanskar region and the high mountains which make up the valley walls, an area I have managed to visit. The story of how food has changed in the region by the imports of food from outside is a common story of areas once famed for their remoteness. The staples of peas, buck wheat and barley are similar in the Indian Himalaya, but the improvement of roads and increase in tourism has also changed the diet of local people. Someone I know really well has, this year, started selling ice cream in Padum, the main town of Zanskar, with a machine they invested in, the main ingredient being milk cream imported in cartons from outside the region. A wonderful film and with an articulate commentary.
Thank you very much for your kind words! Hopefuly one day you will have the opportunity to visit in the flesh!
Not only the food but clean environment , mental health and lifestyle give them longevity….
Definitely!
Proud to be hunzai and Pakistani 🇵🇰
Pakistan zindabad
U r Indian
@@swagatamahapatra2454 kali tati ki shakal wala lindu dafa hu
Beautiful country and the flowering apricot trees are lovely. The air must be so fresh and healthy there also. 🧡
The blossom period is so short but so pretty! It feels a bit like Japan :) And yes after Lahore, this is such a good upolluted air!
Aaahhh my lovely Hunza valley,another world altogether.
I see the efforts that you had put while making this video.
Lots of informative and well researched.
wishing best for the Hunza people too.
Thanks to all team and thanks to the Hunza People
Thank you!
The US's Fast Food chains must watch this content, so are people from around the globe. It has been a moment of reflection for me. Thank you.
Thank you!
AMAZING BEAUTIFUL 🥰 RESPECT FROM MALAYSIA 🇲🇾💖
Thank you!
I believe it's the location of hunza that contributes to a healthy life and its isolation from pollution
Isolation from CRAZY PEOPLE IN USA CITY LIVING
Hunza - litlle nose. Burrashka - man's language. Balt istan - place of mud. Kalash - people of castle. Bubulina - thunder. Pamir - good view. Don't give up to your way of life Hunza people.
These words are albanians .... The world 🌎 must know that ...
I will tell you an interesting fact, the inhabitants of Hunza are descendants of 6 thousand soldiers of Alexander the Great who did not return to their homeland! Alexander the Great belonged to an Illyrian tribe and the descendants of the Illyrians are today's Albanians! Hunza has meaning in the language Albanian The nose, the nose distinguishes these residents from the locals!! the language these residents speak is called burrashka and it means the language of men in Albanian!! If you go there you will hear many words in the Albanian language and names in the Albanian language, there are also some songs that these residents sing in Albanian!! interesting!
That’s similar to to Albanian words burrash means man in Albania and a lot words are very similar I think that culture came from the Alexander the Great army. Witch means were the Illyrians.
We were connected to a great extend with North-eastern part of Pakistan in the past, that's the reason I'm not surprised by looking at the similarities between us, be it the geography( high peaks all around), livestocks( like yaks), eating habits (buckwheat pancakes, barley, wheat, peas), Vegetation ( crops, and apricots,apples,walnut) ,language (their Balti language ) & people (resemblance to some extend).
BTW I'm from Ladakh,India and the situations are the same here, as we are also witnessing rapid changes, which seemed interesting at first but now this urbanization seems going out of our hands after Government of India declared us as UT in 2019 and is affecting our native/old lifestyle because of limitless tourists influx.
Hoping to visit there once to feel our historical connection ❤
Thank you for making such a beautiful documentary of the hidden jewel of Pakistan, so beautiful and so pure.
Thank you very much for your comment! I am glad I was able to picture it right!
These are the descendants of Alexander the Great, they are of Albanian descent from the Illyrian kingdom from the Balkans They have preserved the Albanian language and still speak Albanian
Their ancestors are Alexander the Great, they speak Wakhi, a Persian language, and living on that place for long.
Kalash people meanwhile, was the closest one in description if you wanna describe Alexander the Great's and the Balkan armies he commands descendants.
True facts I do understand those words.
Gilgit has highest literacy rate in Pakistan which ehich is above 95% also highest life expectancy as high as developed countries like japan and norway ❤.
Proud about those illyrian warriors of Alexanderer the great . All their toponymes are in perfect Albanian
Glad to see videos you produced. it’s like a documentary style which takes full attention to watch to learn the ‘gold’ advice each of the interviewees you interviewed.
Thank you! That goes straight to my heart!
High quality VERY well made video. The people of Hunza are now experiencing what has happened to the United States. Poor quality food and sitting in front of a computer or TV all day. The new generation wants fast and convenient. Sad.
Thank you! Yes indeed, it is quite sad! I personnally don't know if the claims that they used to live more than 100 years old or even 120 years old is founded but the recent changes definitely must have decreased their health!
Amazing documentary. Hunza is beautiful indeed.
Imagine a world where people shared all seed bearing plants fruits berries and veggies and farmed their own food
Great documentary ❤! I recommend to watch this documentary!
Thank you!
I visited hunza recently.
Beautiful place and really best tour of my life .
Very gentle and friendly people
People definitely contribute to making this place great! Everyone is so nice!
Thank you for this excellent video ever uploaded by anyone this far. Best wishes from London
Thank you so much!
Excellent documentary about Hunza valley .At the same time there are many myths about the valley , especially life expectancy. The chronic disease are common including cancer and chronic infectious disease. The mental health problems are quite common including depression, anxiety and other serious psychology problems resulting higher suicidal deaths .
Thank you for your comment! It is definitely statements to take with caution!
A wonderful Video capturing Landscapes of mesmerising and unparalleled beauty. 👌👌 Beautiful presentation with some good research. 👍👍
But felt a premonition. With the construction of the highway and development of businesses, modern civilization is making its entry from the lower planes. This may be the beginning of the end of the Hunza way of Life.
Thank you! Unfortunately, I think this is already underway but all cultures evolve so we can only hope that the valley will keep its identity while embracing modernity!
An excellent documentary about Hunza Valley. Indeed the place and people are amazing which makes the place more valuable.
Beautiful Pakistan💚
Lovely Hunza🤍
One of the best documentary based on facts and knowledge. Every place has its own food and drinks and the purest form always keeps us healthy.. Thanks for sharing such valueable details of Hunza Valley .
Thank you very much!
Have you ever been to Pakistan? If so, what did you think of it? Share your experience in the comments!
To Pakistan? No, too Scary. Because based on news to many terrorist there (but hopefully it is not true).
pakistan belongs to india doesnt it? all i hear about Pakistan is that women are not free and all that honor death very backwards i would be terrified to visit
They were honest and really freindly, as a western woman it is safe dressed respectfully but you'll get a lot of attention but remember the Pakistan government only control 60% of Pakistan.
@@hinanochicklmao india with fake account
Hunza,the valley of the immortals.this valley has my heart from indian administered Kashmir.
It's one of the most beautiful places in the world for sure!
We love Pakistan 🇵🇰 ♥ Pakistan and Pakistanis are just simply amazing ❤❤❤
Extremely interesting documentary. Thank you so much for showing this beautiful region in Pakistan. Watching from Brazil.
Muito obrigadooo!
Perhaps the best video seen so far on Hunza's history and sociology. Congratulations .
Thank youu!
This place is amazing! I was there in March this year definitely want to go again very soon!
Inshallah
It’s a gem of a place, full of natural beauty, simplicity & friendliness of people are irreplaceable! I am Punjabi but live in UK, this place is my new favorite. Strongly recommended!
My thinking entirely!
@@Seedsofdiscovery I think will watch all of your videos because I’ve missed a lot of spots so need to do this side properly before heading to skardu which I couldn’t do last time!
Beautiful I would love to visit
Thank you! Definitely one of my favorite places on Earth! I can only recommend!
I too like to visit this beautiful valley ❤
😮😮😮
Love the location
❤
Pakistan = Cradle of Civilization ❤🇵🇰
Mehrgarh, Harappa, Mohanjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Gandhara, Taxila...all Pakistani heritage sites.
Cradle of civilization born in 1945😊
@@giridharm5598butthurt…
@@giridharm5598 LIER LOL
INDIA FORMED IN 1947 ONLY
Nope! All indian civilisation! Pakistan is a country born on 14th August 1947!
@@sweetheart85140 There was nothing called India back then ...
Just see the map of south Asia before British came 🤡🥱🥱👍🏻
Rundia
Wow,, amazing,,
Plzz create more videos,,
Thank you! I have made a couple more videos already on the channel, you can check them out!
Excellent video - very many thanks. Very interesting & very informative with wonderful photography. I have really enjoyed my 'armchair' travel in a beautiful place & only regret I am unable to go. Thankyou to all.
Thank you so much! That means a lot to me! Hopefully you will still be able to go one day!
Hunza is the heaven in the world 🌎 btw Pakistan 🇵🇰 is the most beautiful county in the world ❤ people in Pakistan are so amazing that I have no words ❤ so loving and caring ❤
A very good and helpful documentary about Hunza Valley, thank you for sharing
I am glad you liked it!
Very nice documentary, thank you 🙏
Thank you!
Very beautiful views ❤ 👌
Seems to me that if you just Avoid the actual bad food (typical processed western food), youll just massively gain the chanses of living much longer. If you to that add to move often, and the social part of stressfree life, youve maximized your bodies capability of living long life.
I will tell you an interesting fact, the inhabitants of Hunza are descendants of 6 thousand soldiers of Alexander the Great who did not return to their homeland! Alexander the Great belonged to an Illyrian tribe and the descendants of the Illyrians are today's Albanians! Hunza has meaning in the language Albanian The nose, the nose distinguishes these residents from the locals!! the language these residents speak is called burrashka and it means the language of men in Albanian!! If you go there you will hear many words in the Albanian language and names in the Albanian language, there are also some songs that these residents sing in Albanian!! interesting!
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Excellent video. Very informative documentary. With ❤ from Vietnam
Thank you!
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Love from northern Pakistan ❤
North Pakistan is onown as gandhara ... It was a buddhist Zoros coubtry state in oast but now it is Muslim ❤😊
And it was neverpart of India
Not north
Only pothohar and hindko areas were part of Gandhara
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Lol Kpk , Swat , Peshawar , Pehawar valley also
@@muslimh-cs5eo yes. Long time ago swat and Peshawar were also hindko areas.
Whole hunza gilgit biltistan is a heaven beautiful I love hunza
really great documentary. really enjoyed it.
about the upper Hunza people. it is wakhi not wahri derived from wakhan.
Thank you! Yes I know! Too bad I cannot change it! I’m doing a proper documentary on the wakhi people of Shimshal so it will be correct there! :)
i would luv to visit!!!!
I would definitely recommend! It's one of my favorite place on earth. So beautiful!
I visted Hunza and Khunjrab pass last week. Hunza is getting modernized with each passing day. The traditional things, foods and stories are getting vanish with older generation. In coming few years i m seeing hunza no less than a modernized western society eating KFCs, Mcdonalds and drinkin Starbucks coffee. Ps i also visited pizza pamir and yak grill , yak grill was so tasty and i m afraid that soon yak speice is also going to extinct with more influx of tourists. 😂
Definitely afraid of the same thing!
Very well done,thank you.
Thanks!
Thanks for your work about hunza
Thank you!
the southern people of pakistan who are racist dont invest money like government funds but rather they give contracts to other area people.pakistani tried their best to took over this land,but failed miserably.i was very happy to see locals making roads using ancient Roman style by using rocks instead of asphalt.my heart literally cried when i saw the social unjustice done by radical and extremists southerners.The locals are one of the most friendly and hospitable people i had ever m3t in my entire life❤.i hope i will manage and spare some time in near future to visit again.10 years ago there was no noise but last time i heard alot of hemorhoid patients bark on loudspeakers 5 to 3 times a day
Thanks a lot . I am not good at hearing. I can traine mybself to hear this program
❤❤❤ this documentary..👍👍👍😍
Glad you enjoy it!
Thank you, Pizza Pamir!
Nice subject, very informative 👍
Thank you
Nice work. Would love to visit
No pollution❤
Hunza inspired kipling to write his famous book titled " shangarila " and as for apricots,,, they were brought yarkand now part of china, yarkand was once part of Pakistan till we bartered lands
It was actually the fruit orchard, the King of Chamba knew the Emir of Hunza and he build a fruit orchard in Tali his private retreat.
Well articulated facts
Searched well enough
Good work
Thank you!
How are the Hunza people preserving their culture in the midst of the dominant Islamic neighborhood? Are they still as remote as they used to be or the main stream Pakistanis are gradually eating up their unique culture? Are Buddhism and nature religions of the region (or at least the cultural practices) still alive or have become victims like Bamiyan and Hindukush?
From what I understand, since the building of the Karakoram Highway, the region is far less isolated than before. There is more mixing between the rest of Pakistan and Hunza. Regarding religions, islam became dominant quite late in the region, there are still some shamanic practices but I don't believe Buddhism is still practiced.Hunza people are very proud of their culture and try their best to preserve it and as any culture it evolves with time. The local branch of islam practiced there is the ismaiili branch of shia which is quite progressive.
We are shia Ismaili Muslims the followers of Agha khan and we do not have conservative interpretation of islam Unlike deobandi Sunnis
Congratulations for your work 👏👏👏
Thank you!
great show... well done.
Glad you enjoyed it
Life and Death is only by the will of ALLAH swt♥️✨
❤wonderful...thank you
Excellent information
Thanks a lot Sirji
Very impressive documentary, thanks for visiting Pakistan and showing world the real face of our country.
By the way which drone did you use for aerial photography?
Thank you! Glad you liked it! It depends, for some its stock footage i purchased otherwise it was a dji mini 2.
Hi. Great documentary. How much did it cost you to make this documentary ? My main interest is the apricot / apricot seed eating / apricot seed oil as well as the fruit eating habits of the Hunzakuts, for health and longevity. =) Would love to discover their fruit planting / maintaining / harvesting systems... I also would love to research the B17 vitamin...
Hi @assezzen194, thank you! It is hard to estimate as I was traveling as a tourist in Pakistan and just happened to ask my guides if they knew people I could interview. It was not a very organised or professional shooting, just an opportunity I took. The camera, mic, etc I already had, i didn't have to rent anything. And I did the editing myself.
Hunza is an Albanian word for nose! Story has it they named the valley Hunza because of the shape of the nose. In Albanian southern dialect we say hundeza. Yes, Hunza people originate there since Alexander the Great and of course through the centuries have been mixed with the local population. They speak a language they call it burrash which in Albanian language simply means man or men. As per their cuisine it is fairly similar to ours in other words it's mostly mediterranean. One who has visited there and eaten their dishes can see the similarities if he visits Albania. Their life longevity may be a combination of food, air and water.
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THANKS for the Documentary ❤
Glad you liked it!
I have also an account of his travels. I can send that too. You can compare your experience with of almost 60 years ago.
Sorry, this doddering dotard does not have an Instagram account and does not intend to have one or any such social media.. He doesn't communicate in soundbites. He prefers ancient ways such as email.
Anyway, I have also travelled to Kaghan Valley. Again, in the 1960s. Out of this world!
@kmhuque5485 No,worries! You can send it to me on my professional email: floriancroisepro@gmail.com
Very beautiful and amazing ❤
Thank you!
I'm from hunza
In upper hunza we speak wakhi
In lower hunza burushaski and shina
In central hunza burushaski
We hunzais are 100% ismailis and there aren't any non ismailis locals living in hunza
We have made hunza a brand name
I have a picture of the Mir of Hunza, His Excellence Jamal Khan, taken in Hunza in 1964. If you want I can send it to you.
Definitely interested! You can send me this on instagram!
Beautiful
Thank you!
What needs to be emphasized is the fresh un-polluted air and the clean glacier spring mineral drinking water 💦
Amazing place ❤
I remember from long time ago: something about dried apricots….?
Yes! They are very famous for it!
I hope to visit one day! ❤
Fingers crossed you will be able to!
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Very sad to see people from everywhere in the world drinking Coca-Cola , eating Pizza, ... and loosing their health and autenticity of habits and values. We need to change that again!
The pizza place is more geared towards tourists to the area, at least that's what I noticed when I visited 4 years ago. It was surprisingly good for being in such a secluded region of the world haha. I did enjoy the traditional food as well though. Hunza and all of northern Pakistan are true bucket list places to visit. The people are so hospitable and the scenery is breathtaking.
Burusho people of Hunza are ancient Tocharians of Xinjiang. They share border with xinjiang where Tocharian mummies were found. They are definitely not Greek but tocharians of north western China. Ancient tocharians are believed to have a Celtic origin.
They are ancient ilirian
Those cultures are from the Alexander the Great armies and many words I do understand them in Albanian language. Hunza burrash. Even some their old marks are the same as they were founded in Albanian Illyrian culture
👍beautiful
Thank you! Cheers!
Beautiful ❤❤❤🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰
Thank you!
Which language is spoken by the restaurant owner ?
French! He lived there many years and was happy to practice with me!
ALLAH Hu Akbar ♥️✨
very informative
Thanks!
Good
Thank you!
Beautiful
Superb video
Thank you!