**Chitral**
Chitral, a name steeped in history and cannabis culture, originates from the Chitral district in Pakistan, a region famed for its indigenous cannabis strains. These strains, often referred to as Chitral, are celebrated for their striking purple hues and robust growth, characteristics that have been honed over centuries of cultivation in the harsh yet fertile terrains of the Hindu Kush mountains. The meaning of Chitral has expanded over time, now symbolizing not only the geographical area but also the unique genetic lineage of these cannabis plants. In today\’s cannabis market, Chitral strains are highly sought after for their distinctive aroma and potent effects, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of cannabis history. As the industry continues to innovate, the Chitral legacy endures, highlighting the importance of preserving traditional cannabis genetics amidst modern advancements. [Source: Wikipedia, Cannabis Culture]
Chitral
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| Nickname: Qāshqār | |
  Chitral Location within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa  Chitral Location within Pakistan | |
| Coordinates: 35°50′46″N 71°47′09″E / 35.84611°N 71.78583°E | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province |  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| District | Lower Chitral |
| Established | 1885 |
| Founded by | British government |
| Named after | Field |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Corporation |
| • Body | District Government |
| • Mayor (Lower Chitral) | Shahzada Aman Ur Rehman (PTI) |
| Elevation | 1,494 m (4,902 ft) |
| Population (2023) | |
• Total | 57,157 |
| Demonym | Chitralis |
| Languages | |
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| • Regional | Khowar (Chitrali) |
| Time zone | UTC+5:00 (Pakistan Standard Time) |
| Zip Code | 17200 |
| Area code | 0943 |
| Vehicle registration | CL |
| Website | lowerchitral |
settlement_type. Replace with type.image_alt. Replace with alt.image_caption. Replace with caption.image_skyline. Replace with image.timezone1. Replace with time_zone1.Chitral (Urdu: چترال, Khowar: ݯھیترار, romanized: ćhitrār, lit. 'field') is a town situated on the Chitral River in the northern part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It serves as the capital of the Lower Chitral District, and was previously the capital of Chitral District, and before that, the capital of Chitral state, which was dissolved and made an administrative unit of West Pakistan between 1969 and 1972.