HIMALAYAN HIGHWAYS | "Namtol", a village with beautiful traditions nestled in the mountains | UTT...

@HimalayanHighways Himalayan Highways.HIMALAYAN HIGHWAYS In the month of Sawan, the lush green mountains and the villages nestled among these mountains truly look like paradise... Women sitting in the middle of the village in traditional attire and children dancing to folk songs fill you with pride... While the temples of deities nestled in the mountains are the center of the villages' faith, praising the deities through folk songs is a tradition here. Hello, welcome to another special episode of Himalayan Highways. In this special program about villages, we bring you another village full of beautiful customs and traditions. In the Chamoli district, located in the beautiful state of Uttarakhand, folk traditions are still vibrant, and today you will get to experience the lifestyle of this village, which is growing with its customs and traditions. In today's episode, we bring you Namtol village, located in the Narayanbagad development block. Located on the Karnaprayag-Gwaldam motorway, beyond Harmani Bazaar, Namtol village holds a special place in the local area. A road is also available to reach Namtol, and the connecting road from Kulsari provides access. Upon arriving in Namtol, you're first introduced to the densely forested mountains surrounding the village. The vast expanse of the Pindar River offers a breathtaking view from here. With its mix of old and new houses, life in Namtol was once as difficult as that of the mountainous regions. With the passage of time and the advent of road connectivity, things have now become easier. Let's begin this journey with the village's history. The locals have their own reasons for naming it Namtol. A series of terraced fields surround Namtol, while the upper reaches of the village are densely forested. Near the village is the Devi Temple, a major center of religious faith for the local population, where religious ceremonies are held. In Namtol village, which has deep faith in Khairaling Mahadev, ancient traditions still remain intact. The village has many traditions related to the milk produced from its milch animals, which the residents still follow. Hard work and simplicity have always been a priority in Namtol. Once upon a time, Harmani was the main market for Namtol, from where villagers would travel on foot to reach their village. With the construction of a road, Namtol is now connected to Kulsari market, and locals visit Kulsari market for shopping. Agriculture and animal husbandry have always been the main source of employment here, and with changing times, the youth living here are employed in various services. The lack of basic amenities has always been a problem in remote areas, and Namtol village also faces the need for many amenities. Folk culture has always been a means of maintaining joy in life in remote areas. Even amidst the growing entertainment landscape, the traditional colors of folk culture permeate the atmosphere of Namtol village. Despite their hard work in agriculture and animal husbandry, local women remain committed to their traditions. Local girls also preserve their past identity by participating in cultural events. Close to nature, Namtol village unites to keep its folk traditions alive. Local residents, living a simple and unpretentious life, consistently participate in religious and family events. Despite modernization, Namtol has made every effort to preserve its identity, and has achieved success. There is a need to expand basic amenities like education and health to make life easier. That's all for today's journey to Namtol village. Soon, we will bring you the folk culture and lifestyle of a new village. Please let us know how you liked this episode in the comments and be sure to subscribe to our channel. WhatsApp contact - 9634544417 Himalayan Highways, Uttarakhand, Chamoli, Tharali, Narayanbagh, Namtol Village, Namtol Village in Chamoli, Garhwali Folk Songs, Folk Dances of the Mountains, Devbhoomi Uttarakhand Tourism, Villages of Uttarakhand, Nanda Jagar, Temple in Namtol Village, Tourism and Employment, Uttarakhand Agriculture,