Fairs Festivals in Himachal:Minjar Fair Chamba,Shravan Ashtami Fair Himachal

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Himachal Pradesh as a state is a pot-purri of different cultural and ethnic groups. Every valley and region of Himachal Pradesh offer something culturally unique, be it their handicrafts, dresses, music, language or cuisine.

Fairs and festivals are an integral part of the Indian way of life. The colorful state of Himachal Pradesh has many fairs and festivals to celebrate throughout the year. Ages of rich tradition, warm and hospitable people, a landscape of breathtaking variety and beauty - all combine to pack each year in Shimla with a variety of fairs, festivals and celebrations.From religion to trade, from seasons to sports - and month by month - here is a joyous celebration of life.

Shimla is a tourist palace of India. Fairs and Festivals in Himachal the month of July : Shravan Ashtami Fair, Minjar Fair, Chamba, Sarwana Mass mela, Naina Devi Ji (Bilaspur),and Sair Fest, Arki (Sloan).

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Among the monsoon festivals one of the most colorful ones is Minjar. Minjar Fair is of cultural and historical importance and holds the status of a National Fair. One can get a glimpse of the rich cultural heritage of Himachal Pradesh in this traditional fair. Belief has it that the people of Chamba worshipped lord Varuna for a Good maize crop, and that's how this fair originated.2nd Sunday of Sawan month & culminating on 3rd Sunday July/August Main Attraction: Exhibition of Traditional crafts and Cultural programmes Most prominent, peculiar & popular fair of Chamba which is celebrated in the memory of victory of Raja of Chamba over Raja of Kangra

The highlights of the week long Minjar Fair is cultural Programme by the cultural troupes from within and outside States, sports in which team of repute participate even from neighboring states. For hotel bookings click on the link below:

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Shravan Ashtami Fair, held in the month of July / August, At ancient Durga Temples-Chamunda, Naina Devi ji, Bajreshwari and Jawala ji, in Himachal Pradesh.

It is locally known as Mata-Da-Mela. Large number of pilgrims visits the temples to seek the blessings of the Goddess and the Worship of Goddess Durga.

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From 4th to 27th July 2007 Pilgrimage to Tso Pema, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh Celebrating the 800 Years of Legacy Long life prayers for His Holiness Eight hundred years ago in 1207 the Drukpa lineage of the Ultimate Meaning’ was founded by Tsanga Gyare, the 1st Gyalwang Drukpa. Today, all His Holiness’ students have a connection with Him and the lineage. In order to celebrate this anniversary, His Holiness wishes that commemoration

ceremonies take place around the world over the next ten years.For 2007, it is the turn of the Ladakhi Drukpa community, especially those from Hemis, who are preparing to celebrate the event, together with a great Long Life Ceremony for His Holiness.

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