Harela: A Vibrant Celebration Of Nature And Life

A vibrant celebration of Uttarakhand's monsoon season

Celebrates close relationship that exists between humans and their environment

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

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

Highlights the importance of agriculture

Communities gather to perform traditional music and dance

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