Nanda Devi Mela
The state celebrates the Nanda Devi Fair in remembrance of Nanda and Sunanda's goddesses. Nanda Devi Mela, also known as Nanda Devi Mahotsav is celebrated during the Nandashtami festival in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand every September. Festival is celebrated in the places like Almora, Nainital, Kot Along and Bhowali area and far-flung areas of Johar. As per belief, Chand King's family Goddess....
The state celebrates the Nanda Devi Fair in remembrance of Nanda and Sunanda's goddesses. Nanda Devi Mela, also known as Nanda Devi Mahotsav is celebrated during the Nandashtami festival in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand every September. Festival is celebrated in the places like Almora, Nainital, Kot Along and Bhowali area and far-flung areas of Johar. As per belief, Chand King's family Goddess was Nanda Devi. In the 17th century, A temple of Nanda Devi was built by King Dyot Chand, and from then the festival started. The festival reflects the prosperity of the region with Culture and economy. A huge procession caring for the Dola (palanquin) of Nanda Devi and her sister Sunanda is organized. On this occasion, a market containing the local handicraft items and local handmade products are traded. The Mela is generally held around the Nanda Devi Temple. During this festival, a large number of devotees and visitors come from the Kumaon region, Garwal region, and other states of India.
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Activities
Many hand-made products made by the village artisans are bought for sale. You can also witness some superb performances by the local artists at all these fairs. It is a splendid chance to uphold their folk traditions and put up a song and dance program. Small school children and young college students also participate in the fair and display their talents during the functions. The varied sights and sounds create a very joyous ambience.
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Organized By
Uttarakhand Tourism Board
Mr. Amit Lohani
District Tourism Development Officer, Almora
8057223111
publicityutdb[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Pantnagar,
which is 127 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Kathgodam Railway Station,
which is 90 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Almora,
which is 2KMs away.
