Indian culture is recognized as the combination of different traditions and rituals. Each custom and tradition have its own significance and people across India have faith in their customs. Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful states of India which is rich in culture and is famous for its traditional values and people here are deeply rooted in their culture.
Tehri Nath generally called as Nathuli or Nathuni is a large sized nose ring which is made up of Gold and embarked with pearls and beautiful stones. Tehri-Nath is beautifully carried by the women living in Uttarakhand whether they are from Garhwal, Kumaon, and Jaunsar. This antique jewelry enhances the beauty of the Pahadi bride. Although Naths are worn by females belonging to the various religion. But the Naths adorned by Garhwal and Kumaoni women has its own specialty. In spite of bigger than normal size, it looks equally magnificent when worn by the bride.
Tehri Nath is heavy in weight, a chain is generally attached to it to give support. It is considered as one of the special accessories in Uttarakhand Shadi which glorifies the bridal look. It is said that the heavier the Tehri Nath, the more the stone engraved in it, the higher the status of the family.According to the custom, Tehri Nath is given to the bride by her maternal uncle on her wedding day.
Nathuni is a traditional beautiful ornament although young generation also carried it with the same pride and grace like the females of the old generation.This beautiful jewelry is worn by Garhwal and Kumaoni females at the time of rituals performed in wedding, on the wedding day, when a puja is organized, at the celebration of a function, different occasions, during festivals. Everyone likes to flaunt their Nathuni in front of everyone as it depicts the richness of their Gharana from they belong to.
Years ago, it was adorned by females on a regular basis as they love to wear it daily but due to heavier in weight, it’s getting difficult for the young generation females to wear it daily so it’s get limited to various occasions. Shapes sizes, as well as designs, has acknowledged a change keeping modern era in mind.