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Situated in the lap of the mountain Himalayas, this region by the name of 'Himachal' is famous not only in India but all over the world for its natural beauty. Himachal is also considered as the penance place of sages. Many religious places, historical temples and other places of worship in the state give meaning to the name 'Dev Bhoomi' of Himachal Pradesh. Various practical forms of folk entertainment are visible in the Himachali public, in which folk songs, folk dances, folk drama and folk instruments are the main means of entertainment. Himachali folk have been fond of art and music since ancient times. Here Folk Songs, Folk-Dances, Folk-Dramas and the performance of Folk instruments used in folk music are seen on fairs, festivals and many auspicious occasions, in which the vibrant form of Himachali folk culture is displayed. The musical aspect of Himachali folk music is very elaborate. Here musical elements are naturally present in folk music, in which Swara, Rhythm, Rasa-bhaav and Dance are prominently visible. The sound quality of Himachali folk music, vocal arrangement / Swara Vyavastha, Rhythm and Rhythm arrangement, Alaap Paksh, Swara Samvaad and Raga Chhayaa etc. are helpful in the execution of Rasa and beauty in Himachali folk music.