Dhanaulti is one of those hill stations that still keeps its natural charm alive. It lies at an altitude of around 2,286 meters above sea level. Unlike other tourist spots, Dhanaulti is not crowded or commercial. That’s why it’s a favourite place for people who love peace and nature.
The Wangala Festival 2025, also known as the 100 Drums Festival of Meghalaya, is one of the most colourful harvest celebrations of Northeast India. It is mainly celebrated by the Garo tribe of Meghalaya to thank their Sun God – Misi Saljong, for a good harvest and blessings throughout the year.
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Lord Curzon Trail – Kuari Pass Trek Guide, Routes, Best Season & History – Mohit Bangari Facebook Email WhatsApp Twitter LinkedIn Tumblr Table of Contents Overview of Kuari Pass (Lord Curzon Trail) The Kuari Pass Trek, also called the Lord Curzon Trail, is one of the most scenic Himalayan treks in Uttarakhand. Nestled in the
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When we see the doli of Maa Nanda Devi moving during a yatra, the villagers say with devotion, “Maa is going, Maa is coming.” For them, the doli is not just wood and cloth – it is the goddess herself. Interestingly, in Tibet and nearby regions like Lahaul-Spiti, there is something very similar. It is called the Lha rten.
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The Maa Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra is one of the biggest and most sacred pilgrimages of Uttarakhand. It takes place once in 12 years and covers a long journey from Nauti village in Chamoli to the remote high-altitude lake of Homkund, near Roopkund. On this divine yatra, the doli of Maa Nanda Devi travels through many villages, halts at several sacred places, and joins with other yatras on the way. Among these halts, Nandkesari holds a very special place, both spiritually and culturally.
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Nanda Devi Mahotsav, also called Nanda Devi Mela, is the biggest cultural fair of Almora in Kumaon. It happens every year around Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami, also known as Nandashtami. The festival is dedicated to Goddess Nanda and Sunanda, who are worshipped as Kul-Devis of Kumaon. The heart of this celebration is the Nanda Devi Temple in Almora town. The festival normally runs for five to seven days. During this time rituals, fairs, folk music, jagar singing and processions take place. Thousands of devotees and tourists join to take blessings of the Goddess.
The Chipko Movement is one of India’s biggest environmental movements. It began in Uttarakhand Himalaya during the early 1970s. The word Chipko means “to hug.” Villagers hugged trees to save them from being cut by contractors.
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When we think of winter trips in India, Himachal Pradesh always comes first in mind. The mountains here turn white with snow, rivers get frozen, and small villages look like dreamland. From famous tourist towns to hidden valleys, Himachal has many spots that are perfect for winter travel.
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Rudranath is one of the Panch Kedar temples, where Lord Shiva is worshipped in his face form (mukha swarup). The temple is set in a natural rock cave at 3,600 m altitude, surrounded by alpine meadows and dense forests. The journey itself is an experience of silence, devotion, and pure Himalayan beauty. Unlike Kedarnath or Tungnath, here you walk through long ridges and high bugyals before reaching the shrine.
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In Hindu tradition, Kailash is known as the divine abode of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Most people know only about Mount Kailash in Tibet, but there are actually five sacred Kailash peaks, collectively called Panch Kailash. These are Mount Kailash (Tibet), Adi Kailash (Uttarakhand), Kinnaur Kailash (Himachal Pradesh), Shrikhand Mahadev Kailash (Himachal Pradesh), and Manimahesh Kailash (Himachal Pradesh).
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