Rajasthan – The Land of Festivals
Published on Wednesday, 11th May, 2011 3:23 AM by admin | Comments 1
Have you ever seen a camel? Most of you will say yes;but if you are asked,that have you ever seen a beautifully decorated camel,dancing merrily,along with other camels?Probably no;but you could,if you visit Rajasthan,during camel festival,you will be amazed to watch these camels perform. All year round different festivals are organized in Rajasthan,camel festival is among some interesting festivals of Rajasthan.
The festival is organized in January,in Bikaner. The camels are decked up magnificently,and take
part in contests and activities; such as tug of war,dance etc. During the evenings,cultural activities take place to enthrall the spectators.Desert festival is another festival,where you will be experiencing the folk culture of Rajasthan;in other words quintessential Rajasthan would emerge in front of you.To witness this festival,visit Jaisalmer during January and February. If you prefer folk forms of entertainment,then this is the right place for you;Rajasthani folk dances are performed here,as well as puppet shows are organized. You must have played polo dozens of times,but have you ever visualized yourself playing it,while riding a camel? Stop visualizing and start clapping and cheering the participants of camel polo. There are few contests in the festival where spectators can compete too.Don’t miss out the Mr. desert contest. Another festival to enjoyed in the winter chill is held at Mount Abu,yes the only hill station of Rajasthan. To enjoy the Winter festival here you will have to come down here in the last week of December,that’s when this festival takes place. This vibrant festival is attended by folk performers.
These performers not only come from different parts of Rajasthan,but also from other neighboring states like.Gujrat, Punjab as well. It is a three day long festival;You could also watch water sports being pursued here. This grand festival also wraps up in style,as the evening sky brightens up with dazzling lights emitted by fire works. Mount Abu,has something for tourists,during summer time too. Summer festival take place in this beautiful hill station in May. So get ready to revel in the festival activities,and watch, skating race, boat race, and horse race and other such fun filled competitions.
The next festival however would exclusively appeal to women;if you are wondering which festival we are talking about,then you have to be at Jaipur in December,to enjoy the razzmatazz of Jaipur Jewellery show. Beautiful gems and jeweleries are on the exhibition,do check out Kundan jeweleries that are on display. Women will be spoilt for choice here;this is also an opportunity to see exquisite Rajasthani craft. Let us now move to Marwar festival that is celebrated in Jodhpur. This festival is celebrated to commemorate the heroic men of bygone era. The festival is replete with folk performances,especially the folk songs of the region,that narrate the tales of the heroic deeds. On the other hand if you happen to be a classical dance enthusiast,then you simply can’t miss out the Kumbhalgarh classical dance festival. Great dancers from all across India come here to showcase their dancing acumen along with the folk performers of the state.
There are plenty more festivals and fairs,that take place in the state. So next time you visit the desert
state,don’t forget to check out the festivities here.
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I was always fascinated with the thought of traveling to Rajasthan. I grew up with many interesting stories related to it, and was always impressed. The stories of their culture, their forts, people, sand, camels, traditions, food, festivals, sand, etc. Everything seemed so interesting. I have traveled all over India, but never made it to Rajasthan.