Once upon a time in Hunza – Altit Fort

Source: The Nation by Haroon Ashraf

On our second morning in Hunza, I woke up early, made myself a nice cup of coffee and sat in the spacious dining hall at Eagle’s Nest, trying to make some sense of the sensory overload called Hunza. I was at an unbelievably beautiful place.

[…] The village was in such a festive mood. For some time, we were hearing sounds of playing music and merrymaking. The guide told us that it was 49th [Imamat day] anniversary of His Highness Aga Khan VI, the spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims. The entire village was dancing, playing music and celebrating. Their loyalty to Aga Khan is exemplary.

Read more – Dated: May 29, 2017

 

Previously on Ismailimail…

World Partnership Walk reflects the best of Canadian values 33rd Annual Aga Khan World Partnership Walk (Video) “What does global poverty mean?” Moez Sumar explains New Global Centre for Pluralism combines timeless design and heritage details Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture: “The Making of Marrakesh: ʿAbd al-Muʾmin and the Almohad Legacy” Izhar Hunzai’s eulogy at the passing away of his father – Renowned Scholar, Author, Allamah Nasir Hunzai (with English subtitles) Historical Photograph: Prince Karim Aga Khan chats with Zubeida and Habib Ibrahim Rahimtoola Pakistan boosts golf, ice skating and ice hockey with sport fellowships