Languages and Culture
Language
Astore comes from a multilingual background. Shina is an Indo-Aryan language that is spoken by the majority of locals. However, Urdu is Astore’s official language. In addition to Astori, Chilasi, Drasi, Gilgiti, Gurezi, Jalkoti, Palasi, Kohistani, and Kolai, Shina also has a number of dialects. The language has lately been given a standard orthography.
The majority of the population of Astore speaks some English in addition to Urdu and Shina.
Culture
Art, Music, And Poetry
The people of Astore generally value music and art. As a result, the people frequently perform musical pieces using instruments like the Sitar, Rabab, Duff, Damal, Surnai, and Gabi at weddings, festivals, and other such occasions.
There is no historical literature or poetry from the valley because Shina is a phonetic language. Instead, local singers and craftspeople relate traditional songs and folklores in order to disseminate the poem.