Geology and Folklore Northern Himalayas

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Trekking in the Gojal district of northern Pakistan, near the Afghan border, led to the discovery of various geological samples, which are steeped in local folklore. Legends tell of a mythical creature that once inhabited a small pond, causing chaos until it was slain, leaving behind what are believed to be its bones. The samples were predominantly found in one area, likely near a now-dried glacial pond. Initial assessments suggest that some samples may be assorted fossil corals, sponges, crinoids, and bryozoa. The unique geological features and the rich folklore surrounding them highlight the region's intriguing natural history.
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Recently I went trekking in the Northern areas of pakistan. More specifically the gojal district, very near the afghan border. I found these samples and wondering what they actually were. there is a a lot of folklore behind these samples as well. They say thousands of years ago there lived a mythical creature in a small pond, that would cause havoc among the village people. Then finally one man came and killed the creature.Now they say what is left over is the bones of the beast. It was interesting because there were these samples in one specific area, but an a a lot of it. Also, it was said that the samples found were most likely in or near a small glaciel pond that dried up many years ago. Thanks for the help. i have links to the photo.

heres a link to album of photos.

http://s1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee472/arifk1/geology/
 
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#1 could be assorted fossil coral

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#3 could be sponge?

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#4 appears to be a crinoid

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#2 looks like bryozoa to me.

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The others could be crinoid or coral.
 

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