ISMAILIEH IN CENTRAL ASIA

Ismailieh is a big branch of Shia religion. It has a long local history in the Central Asia. Despite the relatively, few numbers of it's followers, because of the good solidarity of the community and their relationship with their Imam, who as the leader of the religion, is living in Europe, should be considered as an important community. Their Imam, Prince Karim Aga khan IV particularly for his global fame and mythical wealth, is an important figure. He, in addition to having good knowledge of the Western culture is interested in affairs of his followers, especially in Europe, and through transnational networks, manages and controls the Ismailia community. This article is to introduce the Ismailias of the Central Asia through the places they live in, their livelihood, population, ethnicity, language, historic backgrounds, beliefs and their situation in the region. Keywords: Ismailieh, Badakhshan, Pamir, Central Asia, Aga Khan