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PUSHKAR
FAIR
17 Nov to 24 November. 2007 |
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The Pushkar Camel
Fair is one of the largest in India and the only one of
its kind in the entire world. During the fair, Lakhs of
people from rural India flock to Pushkar, along with Camel
and Cattle for several days of live stock trading, horse
dealing, pilgrimage and religious festival.
This small town,
becomes a cultural phenomenon when colourfully dressed
devotees, musicians, acrobats, folk dancers, traders,
comedians, sadhus and tourists reach here during Pushkar
fair. According to Hindu chronology, it takes place in the
month of Kartika (October or November) beginning on ashtmi
8th day of Lunar Calendar and continues till full moon (Poornima).
The Camel and Cattle trading is at its peak during the
first half of festival period. During the later half,
religious activities dominate the scenario. Devotees take
dips in the holy "Sarovar" lake, as the sacred water is
known to bestow salvation. |
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This small town is
transformed into a spectacular fair ground, as rows of
make shift stalls display an entire range of objects of
art to daily utility stuff. Decoration items for Cattle,
Camel and women, everything is sold together. Small
handicraft items are the best bargain for buying souvenir.
The Camel and Horse races have crowds to cheer. Camel
judging competitions are Quite popular with animal lovers.
Each evening brings different folk dances and music of
Rajasthan, performers delivering live shows to the roaring
and applauding crowds.
Pushkar fair has
its own magic and it's a lifetime experience for
travellers. It has featured in numbers of travel shows,
films and magazine. According to lonely planet -"Its truly
a feast for the eyes.
If you are any
where within striking distance at the time, Its an event
not to be missed." Foot print India handbook 200 I writes-
"The huge mela is Pushkar's biggest draw an unforgettable
experience."
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