It might appear odd, even unbelievable, if one suggests a shared chapter in history between Gilgit-Baltistan and the Italian Renaissance. Like the Medicis family, which controlled Florence throughout much of the Renaissance and acted as patrons for writers, artists and thinkers in the region, the rajas or ruling families were the foundation for the cultural edifice of Gilgit-Baltistan. Art, poetry, music and folklore flourished during their rule and carved a distinct identity for the area.
[…] The cultural trajectory of the region has not shown much promise over the past few decades, but things may soon improve due to projects like the Aga Khan Cultural Support Programme, which has been instrumental in renovating most of the forts in the region.
More End of a cultural era: Rajas to ruins – The Express Tribune.
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