Hartalika Teej, also known as Hartali, is a festival that commemorates the legend of Goddess Parvati’s devotion and love for Lord Shiva. According to the legend, Parvati was in love with Shiva, but her father wanted to marry her to another king. To avoid this, Parvati’s friend took her to a forest and hid her […]
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Khatarwa festival is a unique and colourful festival celebrated by the people of the Kumaon region in Uttarakhand, India. It is also known as the Gaiti or Bhailo festival. Khatarwa festival marks the beginning of the autumn season and the end of the monsoon. It is also a festival of gratitude and protection for the
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Neem Karoli Baba, also known as Maharajji, was a Hindu guru and a devotee of Hanuman. He is known for his miracles and his teachings of love, service, and devotion. He passed away in 1973, but his influence lives on through his disciples and followers, some of whom are the most influential people in the
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Bhang ki chutney is not just a dip, it is a sensation. It is a spicy and tangy sauce that is made from hemp seeds, green chillies, lemon juice, mint leaves, and salt. It is a signature dish of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, a state in northern India. It is served with almost every
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Introduction Living in the mountains is not easy, but it is also rewarding. The mountain people of Uttarakhand have a rich and unique Himalayan culture and heritage that reflects their history, identity, values, beliefs, and practices. They also have a deep respect and understanding of nature and have developed various ways of managing their natural
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Gahat ki dal, also known as kulath ki dal or horse gram stew, is a traditional and nutritious delicacy from the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in India. It is made with gahat, a brown-coloured legume that is rich in protein, fibre, iron, calcium, and antioxidants. In this blog post, we will explore the history, recipe,
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Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a great philosopher, scholar, and statesman who served as the first Vice President and second President of India. He was born in Tiruttani, Tamil Nadu, but his ancestors hailed from a village near Almora in Uttarakhand. He was proud of his Kumauni roots and often visited Uttarakhand to learn more about
Janmashtami is one of the most auspicious and joyous festivals in India, celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is observed on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada, which usually falls in August or September. Ranikhet is a beautiful hill station in Uttarakhand,
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Kumaoni Bhasha Divas, or Kumaoni Language Day, is an annual event that celebrates the linguistic and cultural heritage of the Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. It is celebrated on 1st September every year to honor the martyrs of the Uttarakhand movement who fought for a separate state. The day aims to promote and preserve the Kumaoni
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If you are looking for a simple yet satisfying dish to try, you might want to give Jholi a go. Jholi is a traditional dish from the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. It is a type of curry made with buttermilk, wheat flour or gram flour, and spices. It is usually served with rice or roti
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