This website is on the culture, history, languages and literature of Chitral. Chitral is an ex princely state in the KPK province of Pakistan. It comprises many mountain valleys in the midst of Hindukush mountain range. Most of the valleys have their own distinct cultural and linguistic identity, making chitral one of the world`s most diverse cultural region. However Chitral as a whole has its own cultural and historical identity. Chitraly cultrure embodies all the values of its constituent cultures, like Khow, Kalash, Wakhi, Yidgha, Palula, Dameli, and many others. Many of these cultures and languages have been subject of research and study by world renown scholars, but many more still await serious consideration. Mahraka.com is and endeavor to highlight the unique cultural heritage of this region and draw the attention of the world towards this wonderful diversity of cultures.