IRANIAN BALOCH

BALOCH PEOPLE, IRAN

In the remote and arid lands of southeastern Iran, the Baloch people (Baluchi) live across the vast expanse of Iranian Balochistan — a region shaped by desert winds, rocky mountains, and the long memory of ancient trade routes. With a rich cultural identity rooted in oral poetry, music, and hospitality, the Baloch have preserved their distinct traditions across centuries of hardship and resilience. Their language, Balochi, is part of the Northwestern Iranian branch and carries centuries of oral storytelling, ballads, and folklore — passed down through generations. This gallery captures fragments of their world — the textured faces, embroidered garments, and quiet strength of a people who remain deeply connected to their land and way of life.