Relief and Structure of Himachal Pradesh

Relief and Structure of Himachal Pradesh The area covered by Himachal Pradesh lies in most complicated geological regions of Outer or sub-Himalayan zone, Lower Himalayan zone, Higher Himalayan zone, Tethys Himalayan zone. The highest relative relief (more than 5,100 m) is found in the eastern part of the state, covering the western part of Kinnaur, … Read more Relief and Structure of Himachal Pradesh

Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh

Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh State of Himachal is prone to various hazards both natural and manmade. Main hazards consist of earthquakes, landslides, flash floods, snow storms and avalanches, draughts, dam failures, fires – domestic and wild, accidents – road, rail, air, stampedes, boat capsizing, biological, industrial and hazardous chemicals etc. Earthquake: The hazard … Read more Hazard Profile of State Himachal Pradesh

River System of Himachal Pradesh

River System of Himachal Pradesh The Himalaya houses a vast reservoir of moisture both in the form of ice, fresh water, and underground water. The rivers draining Himalayas sustain life in the Northern part of Indian sub-continent. There are five main rivers which flow through Himachal Pradesh. Four out of these five rivers found mention … Read more River System of Himachal Pradesh

Minerals in Himachal Pradesh

Minerals in Himachal Pradesh The state of Himachal Pradesh with numerousglaciers, a large network of perennial streams/rivers,extensive vegetative cover has following naturalresources. Nearly the entire area of Himachal Pradeshhas been covered by systematic geological mappingwith the reported occurrence of a number of nonmetallic,metallic and other minerals. A variety ofminerals are known from the state but … Read more Minerals in Himachal Pradesh

Folk Dances of Himachal Pradesh

Folk Dances of Himachal Pradesh Himachal is called Dev Bhoomi as there is local deity that is looking over its patrons in each and every village of the state. And what better way to please the Gods than to dance for them. Dancing , when done with the body and soul gets you a direct … Read more Folk Dances of Himachal Pradesh

Folk Songs of Himachal Pradesh

Folk Songs of Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh has its own identity for its rich culture of music and dance. It is the integral part of the life of Himachalis. There is no classical form of music in this state but plenty of folk music can be heard which are best performed by the people of … Read more Folk Songs of Himachal Pradesh

Paintings of Himachal Pradesh

Paintings of Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh possesses a rich cultural heritage and one of the famous of the arts is paintings which show a diversity in the area due to the presence of Tibet as one of its borders as well as Kashmir which has influenced and blessed the state with a beautiful fusion of … Read more Paintings of Himachal Pradesh

Art forms of Himachal Pradesh

Art forms of Himachal Pradesh The ancient art of Himachal Pradesh has survived in the form of  Temple architecture , wood carvings , stone and metal sculptures , paintings and Chamba Rumals. This art can be divided into three groups :- Khasha Art Indo Aryan Indo Tibetan The most ancient art and architecture of Himachal … Read more Art forms of Himachal Pradesh

Fairs and Festivals of Himachal Pradesh

Fairs and Festivals of Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh is an Indian state that has not been affected by external traditions, especially because of difficult landscapes. But with the passage of time and technological modifications, people have changed them rapidly. This state of India is the multicultural, multilingual and multi religion region. Kinnauri, Mandeali, Hindi, Pahari, … Read more Fairs and Festivals of Himachal Pradesh

Handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh

Handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh Among handicrafts that come out of Himachal Pradesh state in India are carpets, leather works, shawls, paintings, metal ware, woodwork and paintings. Pashmina  shawl is the product which is highly in demand not only in Himachal but all over the country. Colourful Himachali caps are also famous art work of the people. One tribe, Dom, is expert in … Read more Handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh

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