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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If there is one place in Uttarakhand where nature still rules, it is Rajaji Tiger Reserve. Spread across the beautiful Shivalik hills, this vast forest is home to majestic elephants, elusive Bengal tigers, leopards, hundreds of bird species and countless other wild animals. Every year, thousands of nature lovers, wildlife photographers and adventure seekers visit Rajaji to experience its rich biodiversity. While many tourists come here for a jeep safari, Rajaji offers much more than wildlife sightings. It tells the story of the Himalayan foothills, the Ganga River, ancient forests and the continuous efforts being made to protect one of India’s most important ecosystems.
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 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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उत्तराखण्ड की धरती सिर्फ बर्फीले पहाड़ों, नदियों और मंदिरों की भूमि नहीं है। यह लोकदेवताओं, लोककथाओं, जागरों और सदियों पुरानी आस्थाओं की भी भूमि है। यहाँ हर घाटी, हर गाँव और हर जंगल के पीछे कोई न कोई कथा जरूर छुपी होती है। इन्हीं लोकपरम्पराओं में एक बहुत महत्वपूर्ण नाम आता है — लोकदेवी झालीमाली का। इस लेख में हम झालीमाली देवी की लोकपरम्परा, उनके महत्व और सबसे प्रसिद्ध सदेई लोककथा के बारे में विस्तार से जानेंगे।
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The Ramman Festival is one of the most unique cultural traditions of Uttarakhand. It is not just a festival. It is a living tradition that still survives in the Himalayan villages with full faith and discipline.
This festival is mainly associated with Saloor Dungra Village, which is also my home village. Along with this, Ramman is also celebrated in nearby villages Dungri Village and Salung Village. These villages are closely connected culturally, and they all follow similar traditions.
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Jauljibi Mela is one of the most famous border fairs in the Himalayan region. It takes place at Jauljibi, a small town on the India–Nepal border in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand. The mela sits at the beautiful meeting point of the Kali River and Gori River. This confluence gives the fair a very special charm.
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Have you ever dreamt of waking up to the view of huge mountains, serene monasteries, sparkling rivers and star-covered night skies? That is the Lahaul and Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It almost feels like a different world where nature and peace go hand in hand. This is the place to go for your next dream holiday, whether adventure is your thing or you want to just sit there calmly surrounded by the mountains.
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