Introduction

Uttranchal shares the enthusiasm and fervor of celebrating the traditional and religious fairs and festivals of India with the rest of the country. Fairs and festivals have always been an integral part of life in Uttranchal. These fairs and festivals are celebrated with much pomp and gaiety. For the people of Uttranchal, these festivals are popular occasions for social interaction. Being a land of temples, fairs and festivals come naturally to its culture and have been passed from one generation to another since centuries.

Makar Sankranti, Basant Panchmi, Phool Dei, Harela and Bhaitauli, Olgia, Khatarua, Bat Savitri, Ganga Dusshera are some of the prime festivals of Uttranchal. At such auspicious occasions, the congregations at the places of worship gather in thousands and the festival is usually converted into a fair. The fairs not only reflect the cultural identity of Uttranchal, but also, play an important role in the commercial life of the people. A common trend in Uttaranchal is that many festivals come with their attached fairs. Jauljibi and Thal fairs, Uttarayani fair, Nanda Devi fair are some of the most popular fairs of Uttranchal.

The latest attraction however is the International Yoga Week which is held in Rishikesh. After religious, traditional and cultural festivals, this is a unique festival combining the ancient Indian science of Yoga and the eternal quest for attaining the union between body and mind.

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International Yoga Week in Rishikesh

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