Fairs and Festivals in Manali

Manali is famous hill station of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in the Kullu district and is known for its vibrant culture and traditions. Fairs and festivals celebrated in Manali form an integral part of the rich culture of the people. Along with major national festivals Manali also celebrates other regional fairs and festivals with much enthusiasm. Manali celebrates Dussera festival with great zeal and zest. Though the festival of Dussera is celebrated in almost every parts of the country, the celebration of the festival in Manali and Kullu district is quite distinct from the rest parts of India. Here celebration of the festival is weeklong affair and begins on the day of Vijayadashami which serves to be another name of Dussera and is the last day of the celebration of the festival in other parts of the country.

Pipal Jatra also called as Vasantotsav is another major festival celebrated in Manali with much pomp and show. Celebration of the festival includes folk dance, songs and other cultural activities. Shamshi Virshu is another significant festival celebrated in Manali with much fanfare. The festival falls on the 13th April every year and contains various ceremonial and cultural activities. The beautiful town of Manali also witnesses another major cultural event in the form of Mela Bhuntar. It is religious congregation hosted at Bhuntar hamlet near Manali. The fair is attended by thousands of people from far and wide.