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Whenever the name of Rajasthan comes in our mind, the golden mounds of sand, camel convoys, colorful turban and pictures of magnificent forts start moving in front of the eyes. There is no doubt that the particle of Rajasthan tells stories of history and valor.
But if you want to feel the real soul of Rajasthan, want to listen to his heartbeat, then only do not return by looking at these lifeless walls. Its real spirit lives in fairs, festivals and cultural festivals here. This is the time when the entire state turns into a lively canvas of colors, music and traditions.
So the next time you plan to go to Rajasthan, you will decide your dates by looking at the calendar of these festivals. Believe me, your experience will be hundred times better.
1. Pushkar Fair: Where the world’s largest camel fair decorated on sand
- Where: Pushkar
- When: October-November (around Kartik Purnima)
Imagine, on the banks of the holy Pushkar lake, thousands of decorated camels and horses, millions of people, and a unique confluence of faith. It is not just an animal fair, it is a Mahakumbh of culture. Here you will get to see everything from mustache competition to the race of camels, and from Rajasthani folk music to the crowd of foreign photographers.
2. Jaisalmer Desert Festival: Culture celebration in the sea of desert
- Where: Jaisalmer
- When: February
In the midst of the sea of golden sand, when the sun is molding and Rajasthani folk artists tease their tunes, that view is magical. The Desert Festival is the soul of Jaisalmer. Here the turban binding competition, the choice of Mr. Desert, the polo match of camels and the cultural program under the wires at night … all this will take you to a different world.
3. Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF): Mahakumbh of literature and ideas
- Where: Jaipur
- When: January
If you think that Rajasthan is only a stronghold of old traditions, then you must see JLF. It is one of the largest and prestigious literature celebrations in the world. Here you find Nobel Prize winners, writers, thinkers and artists from all over the world on the same stage. It is the face of modern and intellectual Rajasthan.
4. Marwar Utsav: In memory of the heroes of Jodhpur
- Where: Jodhpur
- When: September-October (around Sharad Purnima)
In the backdrop of the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, the festival is celebrated in memory of the brave warriors of Marwar. It introduces you to the real and deep folk culture of Jodhpur. The music, dance and atmosphere here will take you back to the royal era when bravery and romance were dissolved in the winds here.
These festivals are not just a chance to roam, they are a means to see that living heart of Rajasthan, which is more beautiful and true than its havelis and forts.