Living Room like a Buddhist Monastery

We are here in the living room in the central part of a complex traditional house in Northern Chitral, Pakistan. This room has the kitchen (in front) and the sleeping places on the sides and on the back. The roof is built with wood, the same way as the roof of Buddhist Monasteries in the Himalayas are built. The people here are Ismaelites. During the long winter months between November and April they spend most of their time in this room. It is a rare honour for foreign guests to be invited to enter such a house. Most of the families in this valley have a guest room outside the main building.

Thanks for comments and rating. Karl

I love this shot. It demonstates how man has lived for countless generations in this area of the world, and where in all likelihood, it will not change too dramatically.

The children are not aware that you are shooting and whilst the overall shot is fantastic, it is a real shame that the man on the right is slightly blurred.

The contrast is done well.

superb interior photography with story!

Excellent mood! Perfect contrast and tones! 7/7

Excellent scene and atmosphere . The light is amazing

I'm pleased that you were special enought to be invited inside. You've captured it all in a wonderful image!

Amazing light and enviroment,regards

Splendid shot. The light is beautiful and the sepia treatment gives the impression that the human figures are sculpted out of clay. Very well done!

Its a great view. It tells stories. BR Joerg

Yes, that's true, the lightning is extraordinary creating a formidable atmosphere, in front of this work of art one can spend a lot of time imagining different tales and meanings. Excellent Karl.