Buoyed over the success of ‘Mesmerising Mandi’ event in which the culture, customs and traditions of district were showcased at…
Kinnaur (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
Buoyed over the success of ‘Mesmerising Mandi’ event in which the culture, customs and traditions of district were showcased at the historic Ridge in Shimla, a similar event began on Wednesday to showcase lifestyle of the people of tribal Kinnaur district.
“Kinnaur district has diverse cultural history in which women are granted equal rights and status,” Jagat Singh Negi, Deputy Speaker, HP Vidhan Sabha said while inaugurating the event.
Negi said the event would not only showcase the fairs, festivals and customs but it would also increase understanding in them about their lifestyle.
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The event showcases traditional wooden architecture, musical instruments of times immemorial, besides the local dishes.
The event is an attempt by district administration and the Department of Art, Language and Culture to promote the culture, customs, cuisine and traditions of Kinnaur district.
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