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The
state of Rajasthan has its unique festivities interspersed
throughout the year, celebrating each season, each legend,
each deity …. infect, each day. Almost every festival has
its own flavor with a meaningful identity there are animal
fairs, religious fairs and mark the changing seasons.
Infect, it is splendid opportunity for the visitor to come
close to the life of the Rajasthan.
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Nagaur Fair - Nagaur (Jan-Feb.)
Nagaur is the venue of annual cattle
fair. During the four-day festival, cow, bullock, oxen and
camels accompanied by turbaned sellers and eager buyers,
throngs the town. Cock and bull fights, camel races, folk
dances and music enhance the excitement of the fair.
Desert Festival - Jaisalmer (Jan-Feb.)
A
spectacular
event coinciding with the full moon in the heart of the desert,
The rich culture of the region is on display during this three
day long festival when city rever berates to the sound of
melodies tunes and rhythms. The famous 'Gair' and 'Fire' dances
folk dances, contests, especially the turban tying contest.
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Interesting competitions including Mr. Desert contest and
camel races enliven the festivities. A trip to the Sam sand
dunes marks the grand finale, where one can enjoy camel rides
and brilliant performances by folk artists against the backdrop
of picturesque dunes.
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Pushkar Fair (Camel Fair) - Ajmer (Oct-Nov.)
Pushkar internationally popular for
its colorful cattle fair, Pushkar is an important pilgrimage
as well as the venue of Mammoth cattle fair. A huge and
wonderful cattle fair. Thousands of devotes from all faiths
gather to take a dip in the holy lake. Dance, music, gaily-attired
folks and various cultural events enhance the fun of the
occasion. The most interesting part of the fair is camel
races, cattle auction and colorful shops displaying beautiful
handicraft.
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Mewar Festival - Udaipur (March-April)
The ceremonial welcome to spring and
is dedicated to goddess Parvati. A procession of colorful
attired women, carrying images of the goddess to the Gangaur
Ghat of the Lake Pichola is major highlight. There is song,
dance, procession, devotional music and fireworks where
almost everybody participates.
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Gangaur Fair - Jaipur (March-April)
A festival of young women to Goddess
Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. On this occasion young
girls to dress up in their finery and pray for grooms of
their dream. And the married women pray for the long life
and happiness of their husbands. This 18-day festival is
laced with various activities and culminates in a grand
procession marking the arrival of Shiva to escort his bride
home.
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Elephant Festival - Jaipur (March-April)
One of the most thrilling colorful
festival of Holi on majestic elephants, It is worth an exciting
experience. This is a great occasion for the visitor to
watch several elephant sports and also play this festival
of colors. A show is organized with the elephants turning
out in their best finery. Playing Holi on these wonderful
mammals is unique sight during the festival.
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Urs Festival - Ajmer (According To Lunar Calendar) Urs-
commemorating in the memory of
the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, it is an occasion
from 1st to 6th day of the Islamic month of Rajab, when
millions of believers come to congregate at the shrine and
offer their prayers. All of Ajmer seems to take on a festive
air and several program spring up during this time, it is
a major attraction.
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Teej Festival - Jaipur (July-August)
Another festival dedicated to women
and to mark the advent of Monsoon. procession, women dressed
in bright colors and a lot of merriment prevails during
Teej. Essentially celebration of a women’s worship to goddess
Parvati. it is interesting to watch theme enjoying in groups
and at various bazaars, social celebrations with folk music
and dances.
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Marwar Festival - Jodhpur (October)
Colorful extravaganza celebrating
the 'Maand' style of folk music brings out the romantic
lifestyle of Rajasthani' rulers. A festival devoted mainly
to the music and traditional dance. Folk artists performing
under the full moon bring alive the legends and the folklore
of the land. This is a festival that allows the visitor
to feel the glorious culture of this Rajputs' state.
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Camel Festival - Bikaner (January)
Held in the city renowned for the
best riding camels in the world. Gaily caparisoned camels
can be seen at this Camel Festival. Event of camel performances,
camel races, camel tug war, camel acrobatics, camel dances
and camel milking competition are a part of celebrations.
An enchanting desert city, which comes alive with music,
and dance. It is fast gaining popularity as the visitor
finds an opportunity to experience thrill unique camel event.
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