Historian Abdul Hai Habibi suggests that the word "Hazara" (Hazāra هزاره) is of ancient origin, derived from the term "Hazala" (həzālə هزاله), which gradually evolved into "Hazara" over time, and originally …

Dec 4, 2025 · Hazara, ethnolinguistic group originally from the mountainous region of central Afghanistan. The Hazara speak a variety of Persian called Hazaragi and are predominantly Shi’i …

Jul 31, 2025 · Historically, the Hazaras were highland farmers and seminomadic people living in the rugged mountainous regions of central Afghanistan. They built fortified villages of flat-roofed homes …

The Hazara are an ethnic group primarily located in central Afghanistan, although there are also significant Hazara communities in Pakistan and Iran. They are believed to be descendants of the …

Hazaras believe in the superstitions that are common in the country. Some beliefs include the evil eye, ghosts, and several other superstitions about animals and nighttime.

In Afghanistan, the majority of Shi’a Hazaras live in Hazarajat (or ‘land of the Hazara’), which is situated in the rugged central mountainous core of Afghanistan with an area of approximately 50,000 square …

Most of the Hazaras are concentrated in the mountainous central region of Afghanistan. The area that serves as their homeland is known as Hazarajat. Hazaras are also found scattered in other areas of …

Hazaras are a Mongoloid people historically associated with the Hazarajat of central Afghanistan, once known as Barbaristan and later as Gharjistan; they are now dispersed in neighboring countries. The …

The Hazara people, an ethnic group primarily residing in the central highlands of Afghanistan, boast a rich tapestry of cultural traditions that have evolved over centuries.

Apr 17, 2025 · The Hazara predominantly inhabit the central regions of the country. This ethnic group differs significantly from other Afghan groups in terms of population, living conditions, history, and …