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Culture of Harynana

The culture of Haryana dates back to the Vedic times and the people are noted for their rich cultural heritage. The people of Haryana are known for their rich folklore and strictly adhere to their own traditions and customs. The people of Haryana follow meditation, Yoga and chanting of Vedic Mantras which has become an integral part of their life. This way of life of the people of Haryana is age old customs. The culture of the people is extoled by their seasonal and religious festivals. The people are known for their diverse races, cultures and faiths which are blended in the right proportion to become something truly India. Even today they are preserving and follow their old religious and social traditions including fairs and festivals which are celebrated following all the traditional customs. The dance of the people of Haryana forms the basis of their art and infact it is also most commonly referred by the people as mother of all arts. Apart from dance, the delighting form of arts enjoyed by the people is Saangs, dramas, ballads and songs. They consider dance to be a way of expressing their physical and emotional energy rather just as a part of recreation for they believe that dance is a source of taking away the worries and stress of the performers. Punjab has influenced the people of Haryana a lot for the fact that culture and humour is very much similar to them. With Hindi as the base the people of Haryana speak numerous dialects. Some of the main languages spoken here include Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu and English. But the manner in which it is spoken is remarkable. Popularly known as Haryanvi, Bangaru or Jatu, it is perhaps a bit crude, but full of earthy humor and straightforwardness. Of late due to the proximity of Haryana to the capital, lot of urbanization is taking place showing a modified perspective on the cultural aspects.


The cultural elements of Haryana are below:

  • Cuisine

The people of Haryana give lot of importance to milk and curd for it is one of the richest places in cattle population. Obviously the cuisine of Haryana has lot of dairy products and more of vegetarians. Rice and Roti are most commonly eaten by the people of Haryana. The rotis are usually made either with wheat, barley, and gram flour. Some special varieties of rotis made in this region include Besan Masala Roti and Bajra Aloo Roti.Curd, lassi, buttermilk, and sherbet are part of everyday Haryana food. Side dishes made of channa, cottage cheese, and spices commonly known as Kadai hara cholia is a very popular side dish for rotis. Steamed rice is served with Kadhi which is made with gram flour, onion, potato, curd, and spices.Parathas are eaten with a dish called bathua raita made with bathua, curd, and spices. Kichri, the porridge made from bajra, moong dal, or rice, is a nutritious evening meal of the rural people.

The authentic cuisine of Haryana offers finger licking delicacies namely- Kachri ki Sabji, Churma, Malpuas, Bathua Raita, Meethi Gajar, Singhri ki Sabji, Meethe Chawal, Rabri and much more. It will surely woo your heart and leave you with a lingering aftertaste, asking for more. The people of Haryana give a lot of importance to milk products like curd and lassi, and hence incorporate them in all their meals.  

  • Costume

The vibrancy of the people of Haryana is quite evident in their lifestyle too. Their simplicity and spirited enthusiasm find expression in their way of dressing up.

Women of Haryana show a special affinity towards colours. Their basic trousseau includes Daaman, Kurti & Chunder. 'Chunder' is the long, coloured piece of cloth, decorated with shiny laces and motifs, and is meant to cover the head. 'Kurti' is a shirt like a blouse. The 'Daaman' is the flairy ankle-long skirt, in striking vibrant colours. 
The men generally wear 'Dhoti', the wraparound cloth, tucked in between the legs with a white-coloured kurta worn on top of it. 'Pagri' is the traditional headgear for men, which is now worn mainly by the old villagers. All-white attire is a status symbol for men. 

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  • Customs of Traditions

Haryana has been a witness to a lot of hoary traditions and customs. It has emerged through the ravages of times and has still managed to hold on to many of its traditions- some good and some not so good. The natives of Haryana have always cherished a basic lifestyle with very frugal needs. Hence, it is in a state of perpetual conflict between hoary traditions and modern evolution.

The people of Haryana strictly adhere to their customs and cultural traditions. One such tradition is of meditation. Yoga and chanting of Vedic mantras have become an innate part of their lifestyle. The dialect of Haryana, popularly known as Haryanvi, Bangaru or Jatu; is known to be a bit crude but is full of earthy humour and straightforwardness. 

  • Music & Dances

  • Mango Mela
Organized in the months of June and July at 'Yadavindra Gardens' of Pinjore, this mela is a great treat for the mango lovers. The Mango Mela does not only quenches the people's desires o the different variety of mangoes but also offers a forum to support the farmers to sell their mangoes and teach them about the latest technology to raise their mango production.


  • Baisakhi Mela
    Hosted by the Haryana Tourism on 13-14th April at Pinjore Gardens every year, this fair commemorates the festival of Baisakhi. A plethora of visitors witness the celebrations with great enthusiasm and frolic.

  • Fairs & Festivals

  • Surajkund International Fair
This fair set up in the suburbs of Faridabad every year is a heaven for craft and handloom lovers. With the splash of colours and the rhythm of the drum beats, this fair beautifully portrays the rural part of their culture and is a super success every year. Adorned with multicuisine food courts and different adventure and amusement rides, this mela is attended by thousands of people from nearby places. 

 

To celebrate various occasions and events, a number of vibrant festivals take place in Haryana. These festivals include Teej, Guga Navmi, Gita Jayanti, Kaartik Cultural Festival and a unique celebration known as Sohna Car Rally. The most famous festival of all times is Teej. It is usually celebrated on the third day of 'Shrawana' month. The festival is celebrated with great pomp and enthusiasm all over the state. Swings are set up in the gardens and the girls apply henna on their hands. Young Girls and women get dressed up in colourful and vibrant clothes and engage in dancing and singing throughout the evening.

  • Arts and Crafts

Arts and crafts of Haryana comprise of the various forms of dance, music, pottery, embroidery, painting, weaving, sculpting, etc. The speciality is the very popular village handicrafts. Apart from being the major source of income for the craftsmen, these art forms are a super hit among tourists. The hues of pottery, the moulds of clay, the shimmer of handicrafts, the beads of terracotta; all combine to display the creative imagination of thousands of artists. 

The handicraft manufacturers in Haryana offer a variety of arts and crafts including pottery making, exquisite furniture and woodcarving, handlooms, etc. Most popularly weaved handlooms are the shawls and durries. Haryana Shawls are very well-known because of the Phulkari, which has a great demand for its rich embroidery all over the globe.

 

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