The famous Sem Mukhem Mela will start from November 26. This fair which is held once every three years, attracts lakhs of devotees from different parts of the State and beyond.
It is worth mentioning here that Sem Mukhem is an ancient temple of lord Krishna in the Tehri District. Once every three years, a fair is held here in November, which is attended by about two lakh people.
It is believed that in the Dwapar Yug, brave Gangu Ramola used to live at Garh Mukhem. On hearing about his strength, Krishna took the guise of a Rishi to test him.
The lord sought alms at his home but Ramola’s wife said that the alms would be given after he returned home from the forest.
Angered by this, Krishna turned Ramola and his 180 buffaloes to stone which can still be seen at the site. She realised who the Rishi was and sought her husband’s life back from Krishna who refused and gave her water in stead. later the lord lost himself in meditation at this naturally beautiful area.
Now, once every three years, lakhs of people throng with musical instruments to the fair held here.