Everything you need to know about the fascinating fairs & festivals of Himachal Pradesh

Famous for its snow-clad mountains, marvellous attractions and picturesque landscape, Himachal Pradesh is a haven for nature and adventure enthusiasts. Apart from its beauty and adventurous side, Himachal Pradesh is also the land of cultural Diaspora. Himachal Pradesh, the land of magnificent scenery and spectacular views, is also a venue for a number of colourful fairs and festivals. The locals honour the rich culture, tradition and social diversity with pomp and pay gratitude for the natural beauty and even seek blessings from God for prosperity.

Numerous events fill up Himachal Pradesh's calendar of fairs and festivals. It is only when you sit down to have a detailed look at the list that you know that as far as fairs and festivals are concerned, Himachal Pradesh has so much to offer to the travellers making their Himachal Tour Packages worthwhile. From religious festivals to merry affairs, Himachal Pradesh offers its tourists a lot of variety. Besides the huge Hindu population, Himachal is also home to a fair number of Buddhists, Muslims, and a few tribes including Gaddis, Kinnars, Jadun, Tanolis, Gujjars, Pangawals, and Lahaulis, each with their own festival or two.

The festivals of each state vary but many are attended by huge crowds who want to carry forward their ancestors ' rich heritage and rituals. In addition to this, the State holds a bucket list of festivals and fairs, representing its rich and vibrant history, culture, traditions and beliefs making your Himachal Tours memorable.

Check out some of the popular fairs and festivals of Himachal Pradesh that will give you an insight into their rich culture and traditions.

Poori Festival Lahaul

Every year the Pori Festival attracts and delights a large number of tourists, while the locals treat this festival as a very sacred time. The start of the festival is marked by an enchanting prayer ceremony in the Triloknath Temple holy grounds, where the devotees pay their respects to the local deity and ask for His blessings. After that, they go to the gallery of parikrama where they complete gallery circumambulations in a clockwise direction. It is a three-day festival which is celebrated both by Hindus and Buddhists who live in the Himalayan Highlands. This festival showcases a fine example of cultural amalgamation.

Festival Month: The festival is celebrated in the 3^rd week of August every year

Minjar Mela Chamba

A week-long carnival, Minjar Fair is an important festival that is celebrated by the people of Chamba. It is an agricultural festival of joy and prosperity that is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. The first time Minjar Mela was celebrated was when the Raja of Chamba was returning back to Chamba after defeating King of Tigarta which is now known as Kangra in the year 935 AD. The festivities of the fair are celebrated at a place called Chowgan which is located in the town of Chamba in Himachal Pradesh. Minjar Fair is stated as one of the state fairs of Himachal Pradesh and can be experienced on your trip to Himachal.

Festival Month: July/ August

Summer Festival Shimla

The Shimla Summer Festival, a grand festival celebrated with much fervour and gusto, is a tribute to the gods for a bountiful harvest. It also marks the start of the summer season in Himachal Pradesh's capital. This lively fiesta allures and delights visitors with its grand revelries and exciting musical shows performed by artists from various parts of the country. The Festival is a carnival that lasts for five days and organizes several photography contests where you can refine and test your photography skills. The festival is also a great spot for foodies where you can pamper your taste-buds with a variety of lip-smacking dishes that are offered at the fair.

  Festival Month: May/June

Halda Festival Lahaul

One of Lahaul's most anticipated festivals, the Halda Festival with its exotic drinks, exciting dance performances, happy family gatherings and rich cultural festivities, is an unforgettable experience to give you. It is a time of joy and happiness as people from various parts of the state come together to celebrate the New Year and wish for their prosperity. The Halda Festival is dedicated to the Shiskar Apa, the goddess of riches in Lamaistic Pantheon. The Halda Festival's main attraction is the spectacular bonfire, which is performed at a Lamas-selected venue. People gather with lit cedar twigs at this chosen location and light a huge bonfire. One can enjoy and be a part of this festival during their Himachal Tour Packages.

 Festival Month: January

Sazo Festival Kinnaur

Sazo is an ancient festival which is held in Himachal Pradesh district of Kinnaur. It is known for its exotic activities, great cultural festivals and lip-smacking delicacies that can be tasted on your trip to Himachal. The locals believe the deities go to heaven for a short period of time during this festival. On this day, the entire district is overcome with extreme religious fervour and the atmosphere is dominated by a spiritual ambience. The day of the festival is considered to be auspicious and sacred and people usually take baths in natural hot springs to cleanse their bodies and souls.

Festival Month: January

Winter Carnival

Himachal Winter Carnival of Manali, with its grand celebration of the Himachal Pradesh cultural heritage and traditions, introduces you to folk dances, music, food festivals, street plays, adventure sports and many other activities that will make you fall in love with this majestic state. Starting in 1977, with the main goal of promoting skiing, the Winter Carnival has only become bigger and better over the years and has now become a centre for all cultural festivities. It is a multi-day event that attracts tourists from all over the world.

Festival Month: January

Losar Festival

The Losar Festival boasts vivid scenery, enchanting ceremonial dances and magnificent cultural festivals, and has a special place in the lives of people living in Himachal Pradesh's Lahaul district. During its pre-Buddhist era, when it was known as the Agrarian Festival, the festival originated in Tibet as it was organized to celebrate the blossoming of apricot trees. The Losar Festival, an elaborate carnival that heralds the beginning of the Tibetan New Year, sees Lahaul's Buddhist settlements and monasteries decorated with a stunning and serene atmosphere. The festival marks the beginning of the winter season in Lahaul and Spiti Valley.

Festival Month: Mid-November and the first week of December.

Doongri Festival

One of Himachal Pradesh's most famous festivals, the Doongri Festival is marked to celebrate spring celebrations. Enjoy your senses with the fascinating fragrance and freshness of the blooming flowers that cover the entire valley during this period, and participate in the various kite-flying competitions organized to celebrate the spring arrival. Celebrated with great fervour to witness the birthday of Hadimba Devi (Bhima's wife), this lively festival is the delight of a photographer and should be experienced on your Himachal Tours.

Festival Month: May

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