March 3, 2012
Manali Culture
The beautiful hill town of Manali boasts of having rich and
colorful traditions. Unique traditional customs, rituals, festivals and
ceremonies form the rich culture of the people of Manali. Manali has been home
to many aboriginal tribes since ancient times. Different ethnic communities of
Manali are found practicing different social and religious customs. Kinnaur
community is one of most prominent indigenous groups in Manali. This ethnic group
is known for treating the two sexes of the society equally. Equal division of
labor between man and woman can be seen in Kinnaur ethnic community of Manali. Gujjar
is another prominent tribe of the region.
Manali is famous for
its traditional arts and crafts made by the diverse ethnic groups of the
region. Folk dance and songs also form a vital part of the culture of the
valley. Various kinds of folk arts of different tribes give the culture of
Manali a distinct and vibrant look. These folk arts are performed by these
tribes on special occasions like festivals and other cultural events. The people
of Manali usually prefer to wear their traditional attires which are mainly
spun out of the wool.
Cuisines of Manali are
dominated by the crops that are mainly produced in the region. Rice, maiz,
Kodra and salyara are major crops of the region and are largely used in various
food dishes of Manali. Patrodu, Bhatora and Vada are some of the food dishes
prepared for special occasions like festivals, wedding ceremonies etc. Milk
based recipes dominate the food culture in Manali. Festivals and fairs
celebrated by the people of Manali also serve the occasions for the tourists to
witness the various facets of vibrant culture and traditions followed by the diverse
indigenous tribes of Manali.
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