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In the highland regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, particularly in Gilgit, Hunza, Nagar, and Ghizar, a Shamanistic tradition exists. Specialists known as “Danyal” in Shina and “Bitan” in Brushski perform rituals involving inhaling juniper smoke, dancing to “Hareep” music, and consuming freshly slaughtered goat’s blood (“shati Tatoki”). These rituals induce trances for communication with supernatural beings, primarily for health, healing, and divination. The Kho Minapinn Nagar Valley is a central hub f