Mashobra Sightseeing - Mahasu Fair

The village of Mahasu is named after Lord Mahasu, the patron deity of this village.And the Mahasu Jatara is a popular fair organized near the village in honour of the God. On the third Tuesday of May, people from far and wide congregate for the two day festival held in front of the Durga Devi Temple. The legend states that a ruler of Badoli lived nearby and built a temple within his jurisdiction, a place known as Chakroth. But when he fell from power, the villagers built this particular temple in their own village and began the tradition of a yearly fair to mark the occasion. Every year, a local dance called the 'Natti'is performed here. Folk songs and games add to the melee. And the main attraction of the fair is an archery competition. The grand finale is the goat sacrifice. So if this sounds like something you would enjoy, make Mahasu Village part of your agenda this holiday!