Festivals of Pakistan

Festivals are all about celebrations among people. In this fast pacing life, festivals enable people to connect with others and share happiness among them without relying on modern technology. Several types of festivals are marked all over the world ranging from religious to cultural and seasonal to national festivals. Despite the occasion, the main motive is to strengthen communities and ties. 

Cultural and traditional festivals of Pakistan is well know in the world. Among the famous cultural festivals in Pakistan, the Kalash Festival and Shandur Polo Festival have more significance as compared to other cultural events because of the place and the time. Shandur polo festival is one of the famous festivals of Pakistan. Since 1936 every summer a 3-4 days long polo tournament between Gilgit and Chitral polo teams  takes place here. Shandur polo ground is the world highest polo field which is 3700 meter above sea level. It has the nickname of roof of the wold.

Trango Adventures give you the opportunity to visit and experience the most colorful, enthusiastic and vibrant event of Kalash Valley with a chance to meet people and learn more about their cultural practices and of course secrets to live a happy life with less worries and stress. The festivals of Kalash are chilam joshi festival, that happens in middles of May, the Uchal that happens in autumn and the Caumus in winter. Kalash festivals are celebrated every year around the same time by the Kalasha people who lives in the Kalash valley. Kalash Valley is located in the Chitral district of KPK, Pakistan. The Kalasha people are believed to be the dependent of Alexander the Great and his solders who fled the army or left behind in these mountain valley as they were crossing into China. They still follow their own Kalasha religion which is similar to ancient form of Hinduism. The Kalasha community and their tradition is listed on the intangible heritage by the United Nations educational, scientific and cultural organisation (UNESCO).

You can either register for the upcoming events or help us customise your tour as per your travel needs. We also offer early bird discounts to our valued customers with other incentives.  Trango Adventure is one of Pakistan’s largest tourism companies, operating as a fully licensed and independent tour operator. The company has been in tourism business since 1975 and excels in arranging outdoor activities and tours. With us, you can go to your most awaited adventures and see the beauty of Pakistan at a reasonable budget. We promise the best service and experience within your budget. Trango Adventure has its footprints in the remotest locations still waiting to be explored and with our local tour guides and best services, you can get the best of both worlds easily. You will also have a chance to get new information about the places you visit including history, the development, food, dressing, culture and much more.