Pipal Jatra or Vasantotsava at Kullu in April 2012
Pipal Jatra or Vasantotsava is an important spring festival at Kullu in Himachal Pradesh. Pipal Jatra or Vasantotsava 2012 date in Kullu is from April 28 to April 30, 2012. The highlight of the festival observed at Dhalpur Ground in Kullu is the participation of local deities.
Today, the festival is more popular for its cultural programs. Artists from various states in India and abroad participate in the festival.
Earlier 16 village deities used to assemble at the Dhalpur Ground. The Raja of Kullu used to sit under a Pipal Tree and witness the fair.
The fair is also noted for a temporary market that comes during the period.