Uttarakhand famously known as “land of gods”(Devbhoomi) where religious and spiritualseekers come to find peace , ask for blessings, and know themselves . It is formerly known as “Uttaranchal” is a state in northern parts of India. On 9 November 2000 it became the 27th state of Republic of India .
The state is divided into two parts:
Garwhal
Kumaon
The natives of the state are generally called “Uttarakhandi”(garwhali/kumaoni). It is the 20th most populous state in India. In everyone's checklist UTTARAKHAND is there.
Everything is so beautiful in this state.
Must do things in uttarakhand :
Rafting in rishikesh
Bunjee jump in Rishikesh
Evening Arti in Haridwar
Boat ride in Nani lake
Mountain biking
Rappelling
So here is the to- do - list for Uttarakhand.
There is lot more to explore and the temples there are astonishingly fantastic.
The land of Uttarakhand is full of artisans and variety of art and craft. Both the rural and urban people indulge in producing/manufacturing some incredible crafts that are worth witnessing. Woodwork is a significant art form that the locals of Uttarakhand practise, apart from it, paintings from Garhwal School of Paintings and murals like Aipan demonstrate skills of the natives.
The traditional dress for women in Uttarakhand remains Sarong, a mantle-type dress, tightened with a blouse and an Odani and Khorpi. Whereas in the weddings or special occasion, native women are seen wearing the attractive Rangwali Pichora or Ghagra Choli. A significantly large nose ring (nath) and necklace called Galoband are also worn by the women during festivals/special occasion. The Rangwali Pichora is the dress worn by married women as it represents prosperity.
Here is a complete information about Uttarakhand. The state which is loved by each and every citizen.
Theek chaa . Main jaanchou Aab( in kumaoni)