Detail Factual Overview

Culture and Religion

• Major Religions: Hinduism, followed by Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, and Buddhism
• Pilgrimage Sites (Char Dham): Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, Yamunotri
• Other Sacred Places: Haridwar, Rishikesh, Hemkund Sahib
• Festivals: Harela, Basant Panchami, Makar Sankranti, Ghee Sankranti, Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra
• Music and Dance: Langvir Nritya, Barada Nati, Pandav Nritya
• Traditional Dress: Woolen clothing, pichora (Kumaoni), ghagra-choli, and traditional jewellery