When the snow melts and fields are ready for ploughing, the Jaunsari tribe of Uttarakhand gathers to celebrate their traditional festival, Bissu Mela. Held in the scenic region of Jaunsar-Bawar, this fair is more than just a cultural event—it’s a spiritual connection with the land, the crops, and their goddess Santura Devi.
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When we hear about river rafting in Uttarakhand, the first name that comes to everyone’s mind is Rishikesh. No doubt, it is one of the best rafting hubs in India. But Uttarakhand has many other hidden and thrilling rafting spots too, from Kumaon to Garhwal.
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If you are someone who loves green meadows, Himalayan peaks, and quiet trails — then Panwali Kantha Trek is made for you. It’s not as famous as Kedarkantha or Dayara, but the beauty here is something else. Panwali Kantha is one of the least explored bugyal treks of Garhwal. This trail is full of surprises — from deep forests to wide grasslands and snow peaks in the backdrop.
If you are planning to trek in Nepal and confused between Everest Base Camp (EBC) and Annapurna Base Camp (ABC), then this guide is for you. Both treks are iconic, offer unforgettable mountain views, and attract trekkers from all over the world. But they are very different in terms of difficulty, cost, scenery, culture, and crowd.
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Saga Dawa Festival is one of the holiest and most spiritual festivals in Sikkim, deeply rooted in Mahayana Buddhism. The month of Saga Dawa, which falls on the fourth month of the Tibetan lunar calendar (mostly in May or June), is known as the ‘Month of Merits’.
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The Jaunsari are a small ethnic group living in Uttarakhand’s Jaunsar-Bawar region, speaking an Indo-Aryan, Western Pahari language with around 137,000 speakers (2011 census) . Their cultural fabric is rich—festival dances, reverence for Mahasu Devta, and unique customs link them culturally to broader Indo-Aryan heritage.
Genetic Studies on the Jaunsari People: Are They Linked to Aryans? Read More »
Every year during the Shravan month, a special scene unfolds on North India’s highways. Thousands and thousands of saffron-clad devotees walk barefoot, chanting “Bol Bam!” and carrying sacred Ganga water in decorated Kanwars for their beloved Bhole Baba. This is the Kanwar Yatra, one of the largest religious pilgrimages in India.
Triyuginarayan Temple, located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most divine and lesser-known spiritual destinations in India. It’s not just a temple, it’s a witness to the celestial wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, which makes it a highly sacred spot for Hindu devotees and newlyweds.
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Spiritual sites like Kedarnath and Yamunotri, which were once peaceful dhams nestled in nature’s lap, are now facing a serious threat — waste and plastic pollution. Crores of pilgrims and tourists visit these sacred spots every year, but with them comes a huge trail of plastic wrappers, empty water bottles, food waste, and discarded clothes.
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Nanda Devi is one of the most sacred and majestic peaks in India. Standing tall at 7,816 metres, it is India’s second-highest mountain and is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. But despite its glory, climbing to the top of Nanda Devi has been banned for more than 40 years.
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