We all welcome the New Year in different ways, be it through parties, dinner at a lovely restaurant or a fun nature camping experience. But did you know Himachal Pradesh has its own special way of welcoming the New Year? Since 1977, every January, Himachal Pradesh hosts the Winter Carnival in Manali. It’s a five-day event of band performances, street plays, folk dances, adventure sports, food festivals against the backdrop of the slushy snow. And this year, Manali is hosting the Winter Carnival from 2nd to 6th January 2020.
What’s In It?
To kickstart these festivities, Govind Singh Thakur, the Forest Minister conducted a meeting recently with the local administration at Manali and instructed the officials concerned to ensure that the event is a successful one. He further stated that efforts will be made to make sure the village women participate with full gusto. Reports suggest that those in the tourism sector can expect a bustling business during this winter carnival. The carnival committee will also constitute sub-committees to supervise the preparations of the carnival, as stated by Raman Gharsanghi, Manali Sub-divisional Magistrate.
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Auditions will also be held in Dharamshala, Mandi, Shimla and Manali for the ‘Winter Queen’ and the ‘Voice of Carnival’. Another highlight of Manali’s Winter Carnival is the beauty pageant. This is held every year during the peak winter season and has become extremely popular over the years across India. A large number of women from several states participate in this competition for the coveted crown. When you’re here, Check Off Your Bucket List At The World’s Highest Bungee Jumping Now In Manali
What’s More?
If you haven’t been to the most happening hill station, Manali, then maybe its time to book your tickets. Manali’s Winter Carnival is known for being the largest tourism event in the whole of Himachal Pradesh. And during this season it attracts tons of visitors. The popular Winter Queen contest is organized during the night at the gorgeous open-air amphitheatre, in the middle of Manali town. In fact, the Winter Calendar has made its mark in the cultural calendar of Himachal Pradesh and is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show. So get your family along and experience the glistening snow, fun and frolic of the Winter Carnival, cute cafes at the charming hill station of Manali this winter. This Cottage In The Manali Hills Redefines Holiday Goals and you can stay here when you’re in Manali.