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Events Schedule
Apart from the fairs and festivals that are celebrated all over India, there are number of other fairs and festivals also that are at the high point of Himachal Pradesh. These festivals are the time for the Himachalis to adorn colourful dress and accessories and get mixed up with the rest of their kins. Some of these fairs and festivals in the upper regions are the Kullu Dussehra, Shivratri Fair (Mandi), Shoolini Mela (Solan), Minjar Fair (Chamba), Mani Mahesh Chhari Yatra (Chamba), Renuka fair (Sirmaur), Lavi Trade Fair (Rampur), Vrajeshwari fair (Kangra), Jwalamukhi Fair (Jwalamukhi), Holi Fair (Sujanpur), and Naina Devi Fair (Bilaspur),Fulaich {Kinnaur valley}. In the lower regions of Himachal are temple Fairs in Una District such as the Peeplo Fair, the 'Mairi' Guruduwara Fair,the 'Chintpurni' temple Fair, the 'Kamakhya temple' Fair, including the annual Himachal Hill Festival in the village Polian Purohitan during the fourth week of October.
Events
2nd. National Winter Games
Kayaking & Canoening Competition.
Water Sports
Paragliding Festival
Ice-Skating carnival
Date /Places
January(Shimla)
February, Maharana Pratap Sagar,
Distt. Kangra
October, Gobind Sagar, Pandoh , Chamera (At Maharana Pratap Sagar)
October, Bir-Billing, (Distt.Kangra)
December , McLeodganj (Distt. Kangra)
Date
Festivals
Description
January
Winter Carnival "Manali"
Dussehra is a popular festival celebrated by Hindus all over India, albeit with different names.It is also known as Vijayadashmi ('Vijay' meaning 'victory' and 'Dashmi meaning 'tenth day) as it is believed that it was on this day that Lord Rama killed the demon-king,Ravana and won over Lanka, his kingdom.
Fab. - March
Losar (Tibetan New Year)McLeodganj
The celebration of Losar can be traced back to the pre- Buddhist period in Tibet.The festival is said to have begun when an old woman named Belma introduced the measurement of time based on the phases of the moon.
Navratras Fair
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Himachal Pradesh abounding in the panoramic rhapsodies of natural and cultural splendor is also opulent in fairs and festivities. Among the noteworthy festivals, the grand celebrations of the Chaitra Navratra Fair hold a special place in the chronicles of the state’s festive history.Himachal Pradesh abounding in the panoramic rhapsodies of natural and cultural splendor is also opulent in fairs and festivities. Among the noteworthy festivals, the grand celebrations of the Chaitra Navratra Fair hold a special place in the chronicles of the state’s festive history.
Shivratri Fair "Mandi"
March
Devbhoomi Himachal celebrates number of fairs and festivals ,most of which are part of religious celebrations.Whether it is Minjar of Chamba,Dushurra of Kullu or Shivratri of Mandi all has one thing common ,presence of local gods and Goddesses .Mandi a town on the bank of river Beas with so many ancient temples celebrates International Shivratri fair every year in the month of March.
June
Summer Festival "Shimla"
Shimla Summer festival has always been marked as one of the most important attractions for tourists along with the home town people. The celebrations observe a huge association of men and women who gather are celebrate the advent of summer.
July - Aug
Minjar Fair "Chamba"
DoMinjar is the most popular fair of Chamba which is attended by a large number of people from every nook and corner of the district. Minjar Fair is held on the second Sunday of Shravan month. The start of fair is announced by distribution of Minjar which is a silk tassel worn on front parts of the dress by men and women alike
October
Dussehra Festival "Kullu" click me.
Dussehra is a popular festival celebrated by Hindus all over India, albeit with different names.It is also known as Vijayadashmi ('Vijay' meaning 'victory' and 'Dashmi meaning 'tenth day) as it is believed that it was on this day that Lord Rama killed the demon-king,Ravana and won over Lanka, his kingdom..
November
Lavi Fair "Rampur"
Lavi Fair is held amidst a great deal of fanfare in Himachal Pradesh. Rampur had been a very important commercial center. Its popularity dwindled with the passage of time. However from the time it became the venue of the Lavi Fair, it regained its former status.
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