We love Uttarakhand and the people
who preserve it.
EXPERIENCE THE SOUL OF UTTARAKHAND
UTTARAKHANDI PROVERBS
“अति रुख्यार रूख हूं छुटुछ अति तैरक गाड़ हूं बगछ”
Even the most skillful climbers fall and the most skillful swimmers drown.
No matter how talented or experienced, anyone can face failure or danger.
Securing Our Land, Honoring Our Roots
With rapid urbanization, the identity of Uttarakhand faces challenges. The land of the mountains is not just a resource but a legacy. Protecting indigenous rights and ensuring responsible land policies are crucial steps to preserving our culture and heritage.
- भू-कानून: A critical step towards sustainable development.
- मूल निवास: Securing rights for indigenous communities.
- Empowering local voices to shape a sustainable future.
UPCOMING FESTIVAL
Diwali (Deepawali)
21 OCTOBER 2025 · UTTARAKHAND
Diwali — the Festival of Lights — is celebrated across Uttarakhand with clay lamps (diyas), rangoli, fireworks, Lakshmi puja, and feasts. Homes and temples are cleaned and decorated, sweets and gifts are exchanged, and families gather for prayers and social visits. In the hills, Diwali is also a time to remember ancestors and celebrate the end of the harvest season. (Date follows the Hindu lunar calendar and changes every year.)
UPCOMING FAIR
Uttarayani Mela
JANUARY 2025 · UTTARAKHAND
The Uttarayani Fair, celebrated on Makara Sankranti in January, is a vibrant cultural festival in Uttarakhand, with the grandest celebrations in Bageshwar. Held at the confluence of the Sarayu, Gomti, and Sunder Bhagirathi rivers, the fair draws thousands of devotees and tourists. Devotees take a holy dip, seeking blessings for a prosperous year, while the air resonates with folk songs like Jhoras, Chancharis, and Bairas. The mela showcases colorful traditional attire, captivating folk performances, and a culinary paradise of sweet and savory delicacies. Celebrations also thrive in Almora, Nainital, and Haridwar.
The Legend of Nanda Devi
Explore the tale of the patron goddess of the Uttarakhand Himalayas, a story of devotion, power, and the profound connection between the people and their sacred peaks. The Nanda Devi Raj Jat, one of the most challenging pilgrimages, honors her journey.
Read the full legend →
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