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India is a land of rich culture and heritage and this rich heritage of the country is reflected in its numerous fairs and festivals. Uttaranchal is a major tourist destination of North India and some of the foremost Hindu pilgrimages of the country are located here. People of Uttaranchal celebrate some very distinctive and colorful festivals and these festivals of Uttaranchal offer the perfect opportunity for social, financial and cultural interaction.
All major Indian festivals are celebrated with enthusiasm in Uttaranchal. Makar Sakranti is a major festival of Uttaranchal and on this day people distribute khichadi, a mixture of rice and pulses, to the needy, have a bath in the holy rivers and participate in the Uttarayani fairs. Khatarua festival is celebrated by the agricultural society in mid September and people celebrate this festival of Uttaranchal by lighting bonfires and dancing around it. The sacred Ganga River is worshipped on Ganga Dusshera and people from all parts of the state take a ceremonial dip in the holy water. Bat Savitri is a major festival in Uttaranchal and married women pray for the well being of their spouses to Goddess Savitri and the banyan tree. During Phool Dei celebrations young girls go to the houses in their village and pray for the prosperity and well being of the household and in return they are given blessings and presents. The musical Kumaoni Holi is a unique festival of Uttaranchal when melodious and fun songs based on classical ragas and spirituality are sung. Other major Uttaranchal festivals are Kandali, Janopunya, Basant Panchami, Hilljatra and Olgia.
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