Kalasha Valley is located at an elevation of over 6,500 feet above sea level, and is characterized by steep slopes, narrow gorges, and rocky terrain.

The area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species such as the snow leopard and the Himalayan black bear.

The inhabitants of the valleys are the Kalash people, who have a unique culture, language and follow a form of religion that is associated with their surroundings like the mountains and rivers.

The Kalash religion is polytheist faith similar to paganism and ancient forms of Hinduism and the people offer sacrifices for their gods.

The people are under legal and constitutional protection of the State of Pakistan as a scheduled tribe.