Himachal Pradesh, India - A Group of Pangwals
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Himachal Pradesh, India - A Group of Pangwals
Himachal Pradesh, India - A Group of Pangwals - Meat-eating Hindus in the foothills of the Himalayas. They worship Lord Shiva and Devi in the most primitive way. They also worship Nag Devta besides many local deities. Almost every village has its own presiding deity who controls all the affairs in his or her jurisdiction. Animal sacrifice is a common practice in all the temples of the valley. Date: circa 1908
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Foothills Himachal Himalaya Himalayan Himalayas May16 Pradesh Region Tribal
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In this evocative photograph taken circa 1908, a group of Pangwals, a tribal community residing in the foothills of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh, India, are seen gathered in traditional attire before what appears to be a makeshift temple. The Pangwals, also known as Pangis, are a meat-eating Hindu community who hold deep reverence for Lord Shiva and Devi, the Hindu deities of destruction and creation, respectively. Their faith is characterized by primitive rituals and practices, including the worship of Nag Devta, the serpent deity, and various local deities. Each village in this region has its own presiding deity, believed to control all the affairs within its jurisdiction. Animal sacrifice is a common practice in all the temples of the valley, reflecting the community's strong connection to their faith and the natural world. The men and women in this image are dressed in their traditional clothing, with the men wearing woolen shawls and caps, and the women adorned with intricate jewelry and brightly colored saris. The breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayan mountains adds to the mystical ambiance of the scene, emphasizing the unique and isolated existence of the Pangwal community in this northern Indian region. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Pangwals, a community that continues to maintain its distinct identity amidst the ever-changing modern world.
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