State of Himachal Pradesh Local Customs

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Kullu Dusserha

by RAJASTHANBYCAR

It is world over fampous for it’s Dussehra festival.When dussehra celebrations come to an end in the rest of country, it begins at Kullu. Over 300 local deities come to pay homage to Lord Ragunathji and this festival is marked by singing,dancing and festivity.This is a time when the valley is at its colourful best.

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Minjar fair Chamba Julay-Augast

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Come Monsoon, the people of Himachal Pradesh, especially of Chamba surroundings, wait for Minjar very eagerly. Originally this traditional fair was linked with the maize crop for which people of Chamba area use to worship for better crop but today Minjar Fair has assumed cultural and historical importance and got status of National Fair in which a glimpse of rich cultural heritage could be seen. There are various beliefs regarding the origin of the festival. Some believe that it is celebrated to worship Varuna, the God of water. According to a legend, in the 10th century, the river Ravi flowed through Chamba town and the Champawati temple stood on the right bank of the river and the Hari Rai temple on its left. At that time, a saint lived in the Champawati temple who used to swim across the river every morning to perform worship at the Hari Rai temple. The Raja and the inhabitants of...

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Ask before taking pictures

by shobhanaj

The locals don't mind being photographed. In fact if you lift your camera, they will all stand very still and wait for you to finish. So although it seems like there is no need to ask, a smile and asking them for permission opens them up to you.

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