Kalimath: The Mysterious Maa Kali Mandir in Rudraprayag

Seated on the holy banks of river Saraswati and elevated around 1800 meters above the sea level in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Kalimath is a highly revered shrine which is dedicated to Goddess Kali. The temple is beautifully nestled amidst the lap of nature and offers a cool, salubrious and divine environment to its devotees. It is believed to […]

Traditional and Folk Dances of Uttarakhand

Every state in India is known for its uniqueness of traditions and beliefs and same is the case in the hill state of Uttarakhand. Folk dancing can find its ancestry in the ancient ages and has developed over time. Traditional dance here is known for being unique, colorful, vibrant and a very common occurrence. They dance to celebrate everything, from […]

Kumaoni Language

Native Speakers – 2.3 million The language spoken by the people belonging to the Kumaon division of Uttarakhand is known as Kumaoni which is distinct from Garhwali language. The Kumaon regions include places like Almora, Nainital, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Champawat, Rudrapur etc where this language is primarily spoken by the natives along with it being spoken in limited parts of Himachal […]

Garhwali Language

Native Speakers – More than 2.5 million This central Pahadi language is not only spoken by the people belonging to the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand but it also covers people from Himachal Pradesh. The roots of this language can be classified with Indo European, indo Iranian, indo Aryan and languages of other intermediate divisions. However various districts have modified the […]

Fairs & Festivals Celeberations in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has earned status of Devbhoomi due to its religious and spiritual significance that dates back to eternities ago. The traditional belief and culture here is extremely unique and one of a kind which gives birth to some of the most colorful and fun-filled festivals in Uttarakhand. No matter Kumaoni or Garhwali the hill population find a reason to celebrate […]

Surprising Reasons Behind Ringing Bell before Entering the Temple

Ever since the ancient ages we have been following the holy ritual of ringing a bell which hangs on the entrance of a temple. But have you ever thought about what is the reason behind doing so? Amongst us I am sure nobody knows the exact and real reason prevailing to this ritualistic practice. Let Me Tell You Why Exactly […]

Maa Dhari Devi Mandir: Witness the Many Miraculous Faces of Maa Dhari Devi

Uttarakhand also called as land of various holy and ancient abodes is reckoned to house numerous ancient temples dedicated to various deities. This ancient yet beautiful temple is located en-route Sri Nagar and Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand. The temple is beautifully nestled on the banks of the holy Alaknanda River. The temple is quite popular among the locals as it […]

Kedarnath and Badrinath will Disappear (Prophecy)

It is predicted that in the future Ganga River will disappear from the earth and will again move to the heaven. Hence the pilgrimages situated on the Ganga Riverbank will be of no importance and will be counted as nominal pilgrimage sites. Where Kedarnath is considered as the resting spot of Lord Shankar, Sri Badrinath is believed to be the […]

Tapt Kund – Home of Lord Agni where all the Sins are Absolved

A natural hot water spring and mostly reckoned as the home of Lord Agni. It is situated along the river banks of the pious Alaknanda River where visitors flock in a good number to take therapeutic bath. The water of the Kund holds medicinal values which treat skin diseases and other ailments of the tourists. Devotees coming to pay their […]

Vasudhara Waterfalls- The Mystical Falls Near Badrinath Dham

This stunning waterfall and its mesmerizing scenic splendor are situated just 9 km from Badrinath. It is counted as one of the most popular sightseeing destinations around Badrinath and is also considered as a popular place for short trekking destination near Badrinath. The enchanting water falls down from a height of 400 feet and from a distance, it seems like […]

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