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Gaddis - The Khanabadosh Tribe
Gaddis are the Tribes of the Himachal Pradesh, residing in the Dauladher
Range. The peculiarity of the Gaddis lie in their Khanabadosh Nature -
they are Gypsies in true nature as they travel to the higher pastures
along their flocks in the summer season and so are transhumance in their
traditional practice.
In the earlier years the Ancestors of Gaddis left India during their tough
times. Later on with the Chauhan Rajputs Brahman Gaddis descended to the
place called Chamba in Himachal Pradesh. From those years, Gaddis and their
generations have been living in Chamba along with the flocks. Aside from
Chamba, they are also found in Kangra district, near Dharamshala, Himachal
Pradesh .
Many Face Of Gaddis :
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Gaddis Dance
They go round an round in circles as they dance to the tune of music
and drums. The hip hop goes on as the beat of the drum increases, till
the feet are dead tired.
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Gaddis - The Khanabadosh
Better known as Gypsies, the Gaddis is the nomadic tribe who shifts to
upper heights in the summers with their flocks. It has become a
tradition followed from generations.
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The Culture of Gaddis
Gaddis have a mix of Cultures. Some of them accepted Islam , in fear of
Aurang Zeb, other remains Hindus. Its a
mix culture, which the
Gaddis follow, but the most important thing to
Gaddis is the 25
yards long strand which they tie around their wrist. It is worn by
both men and women as the symbol of the tribe. The strand known as
DORA
is tied with two coils at a time.
The main work of the Gaddis is the rearing of the sheep and making
wool. They also sell goat meat for a modest lifestyle.