Shimla: Fairs and Festivals in July

In the arid trans-Himalayas. At Kaza’s Ladarcha fair (Lahaul & Spiti), the old trade routes come alive as traders barter and sell a variety of goods and produce. At Keylong, the Lahaul Festival is also held this month. Elsewhere in the state, Haryali (Rhyali, Dakhrain) announce the advent of the monsoon rains.

Shravana Sankranti is celebrated at Nahan (Sirmour), at Arki (Solan), buffalo fights mark the Sair fair it is held in honour of Banar Sevta of Shari, the Rampur (Shimla) Jatar is held near Jubbal in district Shimla. July also heralds the travelling and trekking season to Kinnaur and Lahaul & Spiti.