This region’s cuisine is as diverse as its landscapes, blending North Indian cuisine with flavors from the Himalayan region and Central Asian influences.

Popular dishes like rogan josh (a flavorful lamb curry), yakhni (a yogurt-based curry), and dum aloo (spicy potatoes) are served with rice or rotis. The region is also famous for its elaborate wazwan—a ceremonial meal featuring a variety of meticulously prepared dishes served during special occasions. The use of saffron, dried fruits, and yogurt adds distinctive flavors and richness to the dishes

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