The tribe Kalash residing in the remote valleys of Hindu Kush in Northern Pakistan claims to be descended from the Generals of Alexander -The Great.The people of Kalash Tribe differ from the surrounding poulations in their looks & religion.The Kalash tribe does not follow Islam they believe in Animism & Shamanism also they believe in sacrifice.The Kalash are found in three valleys of Hindu Kush namely Rumbur , Birir & Bumboret. However 6000 Kalsh residing in Bumboret Valley have embraced Islam due to growing pressure. Joshi is a spring festival which is celebrated by kalash.
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The natives of MALANA village in the Parvati valley in Kullu districy of Himachal claims the same !!
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