Aaoa aaoa, aasaa re himachala jo dekha!! 

Means “come and see what Himachal is”. Himachal Pradesh is the epitome of love and beauty all at once. The name itself makes us feel the snow-capped mountains where "Hima" means "snow" and "Achal" means "mountain". 25th January, 1971, the day when H.P emerged as the eighteenth state of Indian Union. Himachal Pradesh has come a long way since then. Himachal was known since the earliest of times as "Devabhoomi", the abode of the Gods. The splendid heights of the Himalyan ranges, with its calm aura seem the natural home of the Gods. More than 2000 temples state this fact to be true. 

 Unpacking Pahari Culture  

Himachal is rich in cultural heritage, with a blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, and tribal traditions. The hindu communities residing in Himachal include the Brahmins, rajputs, kannets,  rathis and kolis. The tribal population comprises Gaddis, Gujjars, Lahaulis, Pangawals and Kinnarams. The state’s culture is a fusion of himachali traditions, folk art and customs passed down through generations. Handicraft of this state has always caught eyes since ages that includes carpet, shawls, woodwork etc. Pashmina shawl is one of its famous handicrafts across India. And the most fascinating and prideful symbol for himachali people is their ‘topi’ which is a himachali colourful cap and considered as their identification as a Pahari. Himachali women’s attire comprises