The Hadimba Devi fair is a popular religious festival celebrated every year in the town of Manali, Himachal Pradesh. It is a three-day-long festival that is held in the month of May and is dedicated to the local deity, Hadimba Devi.

According to Hindu history, Hadimba Devi was the wife of Bhima, one of the five Pandava brothers from the epic Mahabharata. After the Pandavas defeated the Kauravas in the Kurukshetra war, Bhima decided to settle in the mountains with his wife Hadimba and their son, Ghatotkacha.

Hadimba Devi is believed to have meditated in the area where the Hadimba Devi Temple at Dungri, Manali is located, and the temple is built around a cave which is said to be the site of her meditation. The temple is also known as the Dhungri Temple, and its architecture is unique and distinct from other temples in the region.

During the festival, the temple is beautifully decorated with flowers and lights, and a large number of devotees come to offer prayers and seek blessings from the deity. The fair also features cultural performances, traditional folk music, and dance shows, which add to the festive atmosphere.

One of the major attractions of the fair is the food stalls that offer a variety of local delicacies and traditional snacks. Visitors can indulge in delicious Himachali cuisine, including siddu, kullu trout, and kulluvi dham, among others.

The Hadimba Devi fair is a great opportunity for tourists to experience the rich cultural heritage of the region and to witness the colorful festivities of the locals. It is an occasion to celebrate the local traditions and to seek the blessings of the deity for prosperity and happiness.