Harela: A Vibrant Celebration Of Nature And Life

Jul 16, 2024 Toshani Adhikary

A vibrant celebration of Uttarakhand's monsoon season

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Celebrates close relationship that exists between humans and their environment

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Invoking the blessings of the gods for bountiful harvests and a bountiful monsoon, people perform rituals

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Small pots filled with barley and wheat seeds are planted as a sign of hope and fresh starts

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Highlights the importance of agriculture

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Communities gather to perform traditional music and dance

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Harela serves as a beautiful reminder of the importance of community and the cycles of nature

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