Devbhoomi himachal pradesh land of festivals

This SlideShare consists of information about various fairs and festivals celebrated in himachal pradesh India. THIS SlideShare is prepared on the occasion of azaadi mohastav for cultural exchange celebration.

1. Devbhoomi himachal :The land of Festivals By : Ankush Dogra

2. Himachal pradesh , along with its scenic beauty is a land of festivals and cultures. The land of Himachal is home for many different Gods and different places have their own culture as well . Despite of having so much diversity in cultures , the people here are still unite and respect each culture equally . Himachal is a host to many megafestivals and fairs all across the state which are not only joined but also are enjoyed by visitors from other states and other countries as well .

3. Various festivals of himachal pradesh Dussehra in Kullu ( Celebrated Mainly in October ) Shivaratri in Mandi ( Celebrated in February or March) Doongri Festival in Manali ( Celebrated in May) Phulaich Festival in Kinnaur ( Celebrated In August Or September) Sazo Festival in Kinnaur (Celebrated in Month of January) Music Festival in Kasol ( Celebrated as New year Event) Pori Festival in Lahaul ( Celebrated in August) Halda Festival in Lahaul ( Celebrated in January) Shoolini Fair in Solan ( Celebrated in June)

4. Kullu Dussehra Dussehra in Kullu valley  is a much-awaited and celebrated festival. This  week-long festival  starts with a procession of Lord Raghunath, along with other deities, carried on a  Ratha  across the town. The village gods and minor deities are also a part of the breathtaking celebration. The centre of the festivities is the  Dhalpur maidan . The pleasant weather and breathtaking beauty of the valley along with the celebrations fill the visitors with eternal happiness and satisfaction. The festival gets merrier with dancing, drinking and feasting for a week. The Kala Kendra festival is held at night where several activities and cultural events take place. Thousands of people from all over the country and world visit this place during Dussehra.

5. Shivaratri in mandi Mandi Shivaratri Fair is an annual renowned international fair that is held for 7 days starting with the Hindu festival of Shivaratri, in the Mandi town of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.The festival’s popularity is widespread and hence is known as an international festival. In view of the large number of gods and goddesses that are invited to the festival from its 81 temples, Mandi town has the title of ‘Varanasi of the Hills’.

6. Doongri Festival The Doongri festival is organized on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami.It is also popularly known as the Hadimba Devi Fair. The festival lasts for three days. It is organized at the Hadimba Temple, situated in the sacred Dhungri Forest in Manali. The Doongri festival is an important occasion in the lives of the people here, who dress in beautiful traditional attires to honor and worship their deity. This festival is held in May every year.

7. Phulaich festival The 16th day of the Hindu month of ‘Bhadrapada’ marks the striking beginning of the Phulaich festival. Natives of the stunning and mesmerizing land call it the festival of flowers. This is the festive season when the whole valley is adorned with dotted flowers. This exciting and lively festival is also celebrated to commemorate them who have left the world. Wine, rice and foods are offered to the deceased people. Foods are given to the poor people later. The villagers dance and celebrate the festival under the trees during the festival days. They are dressed up in colorful attires. All the deities are brought back to their original abode (temple) on 23rd day of the Bhadrapada.

8. Sazo festival Sazo is  an ancient festival celebrated in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh . It is famous for its exotic rituals, grand cultural celebrations and lip-smacking feasts. The locals believe that during this festival, the deities go to heaven for a short period of time.

9. Parvati Valley music festival The Parvati Valley Music Festival is the most brilliant Kasol New Year party that let you welcome the New Year in style! It aims to help you celebrate your freedom and individuality through a blend of music, dance, and art. A major hit every year, this festival bring to the floor different famous artists from different countries, along with plenty of renowned musicians, yogis, dancers, entertainers

10. Pori festival in lahaul The  Pori Festival  is an annual festival in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh in India. It is celebrated in the Lahaul Valley on a grand scale and the celebration is remarkable on so many levels. Lord Trilokinath inside the temple is bathed with yogurt and milk by priests as well as the devotees who come from local as well as neighboring states to offer their prayers to the lord during this festival. During the procession itself, a beautiful horse is made to walk around the temple, wherein it is believed that the lord himself sits on the back of this horse.

11. Halda festival This festival is celebrated by the Lamas in January. Halda is a festival of lights celebrated in Magha Poornima. On this auspicious occasion, twigs and branches of Juniper tree are tied together and used as a torch. In the evening, every household lights this torch and the people gather at a common location in the village. A special ceremony is performed and offerings are made to local deities for prosperity and wellbeing of all the villagers.

12. Shoolini Mata fair Goddess Shoolini  is taken out of her temple in an extravagantly ornamented palanquin.The procession passes through different locales of Solan and everywhere it is escorted in a very ostentatious manner. The Mata Durga Temple of the Ganj Bazar is the ultimate destination of Goddess Shoolini which is regarded to be the abode of her sister Durga Devi. The Goddess Shoolini halts at her sister's place for three days and then returns to her own domicile.The return journey of the Goddess to her own temple is celebrated on the last day of Shoolini Mela.

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