Parun

Parun, historically called Prasun, lies in a steep valley of the eastern Hindu Kush. Its people spoke a distinct language and maintained shrines shared by the communities of the surrounding mountains. At Kushteki, a great temple of the god Mara drew pilgrims who came to make animal sacrifices. Smaller clan sanctuaries housed carved figures of protective deities, while wooded slopes and high passes separated the valley from its neighbours.