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Uttarayani Mela at Gangoli Rameshwar Temple in Uttarakhand

Gangoli Rameshwar Temple in Uttarakhand is dedicated to Shiva and the mela held here during Makar Sankranti and Uttarayan is very famous. In 2025, Uttarayani Mela at Gangoli Rameshwar Temple is on January 14.

The mela is of great importance to the people in the Kumaon region.  Gangoli Rameshwar temple is located in Pithoragarh district. A highlight of the festival is the trade that takes place between people from the hills and the plains. Numerous rare items are traded during the fair including healthy ponies. 

Another important festival at the temple is observed on the Chaitra Purnima day.

Another popular Uttarayani Mela is held at Bageshwar in Uttarakhand.