Uttarakhand Stories

Culture

Uttarakhand which has earned the epithet of being referred to as “Dev Bhoomi” is a culturally rich state. The heavenly state is famous for its rich cultural heritage, art, dialects, monuments, delicacies, ancient temples and the simple people residing in the hills.

Duryodhana Temple: A revered deity or a cruel villain?

Duryodhana Temple: A revered deity or a cruel villain?

Yes, Duryodhana temple exists. Very much. Mahabharata is, hands down, the greatest epic ever written and its characters have been equally legendary. Be it fallen...
How can we revive our regional dialects and culture which is dying slowly?

How can we revive our regional dialects and culture which is dying slowly?

Result of Facebook Daily Contest #26 And the winner is: Vicky Naudiyal To save and revive our culture and traditions, we should start from our home...
Project Aipan: An Effort to Revive an Ancient Art Form of Kumaon

Project Aipan: An Effort to Revive an Ancient Art Form of Kumaon

A civilization's traditions, culture and customs are its founding stones. And these stones are bound and cemented together with the help of art, music, dance...
Bagwal Mela in Devidhura

Bagwal Mela in Devidhura

Recently some changes are introduced by organisers to celebrate the occasion. Stone pelting is replaced by flowers and fruits like apples and pears. Every year...
Golu Devta Temple – Where Bells are Symbol of Faith

Golu Devta Temple – Where Bells are Symbol of Faith

One of the most famous temples of Kumaon region is Golu Devta Chitai Temple, dedicated to Gollu or Goljyu Devta a Avtar of Lord Shiva...
10 Things You Should Know About Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra

10 Things You Should Know About Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra

Note: The following Nanda Devi Raj Jat yatra pictures are taken from various Internet sources and name of original owner is not known. If you...