History Of The Romani People
The Romani people, also referred to depending on the sub-group as Roma, Sinti, Kale, Romani or Gypsies, are an ethnic group who live primarily in Europe. They are believed to have originated in region of India and Pakistan in South Asia. They began their migration to Europe and North Africa via the Iranian plateau about 1,000 years ago.
The reason for their diaspora remains unknown.
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