Auli in winter is a different kind of experience. The green slopes turn white, the Himalayan peaks look brighter against the snow and the forests get a beautiful winter look. Most importantly, the famous Auli skiing season becomes active during this period. For snow lovers, it is one of the best times to visit Auli.
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Khatarua Festival, also written as Khatarwa, Khatduwa or Khathudwa, is one of the old folk festivals of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. It is celebrated around Kanya Sankranti, when the monsoon starts ending and the autumn season begins.
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Banshi Narayan Temple is one of the most interesting ancient temples in the Garhwal Himalayas. Located in the beautiful Urgam Valley of Chamoli district, this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is known for its peaceful surroundings, old stone architecture and strong connection with Raksha Bandhan.
डॉ. शिव प्रसाद नैथानी लिखते हैं कि बद्रीनाथ से लौटते हुए वे सितंबर 1977 में पांडुकेश्वर में रुक गए। उनका उद्देश्य इस पुराने घंटे को ढूंढना और उसके लेख की जांच करना था .लेकिन घंटा किसी संग्रहालय या मंदिर के सुरक्षित कमरे में नहीं रखा था। वह एक स्थानीय पूर्व माध्यमिक विद्यालय में इस्तेमाल हो रहा था।
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The Mana Pass MTB Challenge 2026 is back with another thrilling edition in the high Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Recognised as one of India’s highest mountain biking events, this race gives cyclists a rare chance to ride through the breathtaking landscapes of the Indo-Tibet border region. From the high-altitude terrain of Mana Pass to the holy town of Badrinath, the challenge is a true test of endurance, skill and determination.
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The villages of Uttarakhand have always followed a different kind of calendar. It is not just the calendar hanging on the wall. Instead, it is a calendar made by nature itself. The blooming of Buransh flowers, the arrival of the first monsoon clouds, the melting snow on the Himalayan peaks, and the songs of birds all tell farmers when to prepare their fields, sow seeds, or harvest crops.
When people talk about Himalayan food, they often think about dishes like Chainsoo, Kafuli or Mandua ki Roti. However, the forests of the Himalayas have always been another important source of food for mountain communities. Every season brings its own gift, and one such gift is Linguda, a wild vegetable that appears with the arrival of the monsoon.
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When we talk about the traditional food of Uttarakhand, names like Kafuli, Phanu, Jhangore Ki Kheer, Dubuk and Arsa often come to mind. However, there is one dish that perfectly represents the wisdom of Himalayan villages – Chainsoo (चैंसू).
This thick and smoky curry made from roasted urad dal has been a part of Garhwali kitchens for generations. It is not just a food item. It is a reflection of mountain life, local farming practices, and the nutritional knowledge of our ancestors.
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Every region of Uttarakhand celebrates Makar Sankranti in its own way. In Kumaon, the festival is widely known as Uttarayani, while many parts of Garhwal celebrate it with traditional foods and local customs. However, in the villages around Joshimath, this festival has another unique identity. Here, many people know it simply as Chunya.
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Every year, as soon as the first rains arrive in Uttarakhand, many people assume that the monsoon has reached the state. Social media also gets filled with posts saying, “Monsoon has arrived in the mountains.” However, in many cases, what people see is actually pre-monsoon rain, not the monsoon itself.
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