The Pamir is a region of Tajikistan, whose people are known not only for their unique culture but also for their amazing hospitality. Read interesting facts about this culture.
The Pamiris are a group of Iranian peoples living in the high-mountain region of Tajikistan — the Pamir.The Pamiris have preserved their unique culture, are proud of their language of Iranian origin, musical instruments, and traditional clothing. However, the main distinctive feature of the Pamiris remains their hospitality.
Among the Pamiris it is customary to leave the doors of houses open
This is done so that a guest can enter the house even if the hosts were not expecting him. The Pamiris are sure — one must not refuse to let a guest into the house, and one should treat him as the most important person.
Tea culture
In the house of the Pamiris, guests are first of all offered tea. Often it is traditional Pamiri shirchoi — black tea with the addition of milk, butter, and salt.
In the Pamir you will not remain hungry
Not a single Pamiri will let a guest leave his house without feeding him a hot lunch or dinner.
In the Pamir you will not remain without lodging
If a guest, especially a foreigner, enters the house of a Pamiri even late at night, the hosts will receive him and provide lodging without the slightest hint of any payment.
In the Pamir you will be surrounded by family care
Crossing the threshold of a house in the Pamir, you instantly become the most desired and important guest. The hosts of the house will surround you with fatherly care, with sincere interest will inquire about your life and share the features of their own.
