Tag: culture
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Kullu Dussehra
International Kullu Dussehra Festival was held from October 2–8, 2025. During the festival, Kullu transforms into a sacred site of devotion, with celebrations taking place in five distinct locations: Dhalpur,…
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Kangra Paintings
The tradition of Kangra miniature paintings originated in Guler in the early 18th century, under the reign of Raja Dalip Singh of Guler (1695–1730). This style was further advanced by…
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British-era cemeteries in Shimla on the verge of disappearing
Located amidst Shimla’s historical monuments and heritage sites, these centuries-old cemeteries were once used as burial grounds during the British era. Even today, they contain the remains of many prominent…
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Himachal Pradesh’s Fairs and Festivals
Himachal Pradesh is the land of fairs and festivals. The celebration of fairs and festivals reflect people’s diversity of culture, history, religious beliefs, social customs, varied moods, love of music…
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Practice of Reet
Reet is a custom that defines the diverse social practices concerning marriage, remarriage and divorce in colonial Himachal Pradesh in the early twentieth century. In this context, the term ‘diversity’…