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The karewas are the lacustrine deposits of the Pleistocene period. They consist of sands, clays, loams, silt and boulders. The karewas of Kashmir are generally found along the lower slopes of Fir Panj al with a dip towards the Kashmir Valley, The Pampore and Pulwama karewas are well known for the cultivation of saffron, almond, and walnut.