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Pushkar Fair Rajasthan is one of the wonders in India that has well maintained its craze and glory among the people of different corners of the globe. The Pushkar fair is a true representative of the diversity and socio-cultural-economic tradition of Rajasthan. This year the fair is being organized between 30th October to 2nd November at Pushkar, Rajasthan. The main attraction here are the famous cattle and camel fair that invite more than 2 lac participants.
About Pushkar Fair
Puskar Fair is organized for five days, which is a time of celebration, merry-making, and enjoyment for all. The event is equally enjoyed by villagers, city dwellers, and foreigners. The charm, glory, and uniqueness of the event attracts numerous travelers and tourists from all over the world. Puskar Fair has gifted this place a prominent identity in the world tourism map.
Puskar Fair is regarded as the largest cattle fair in the country. For the participants, the duration of the fair is the most busiest time. Different animals, especially camels, are brought from different places. The volume of trading and exchange of animals made during the fair brings energy and life in the event.
The camels brought here are properly washed and decorated with different traditional patterns on them. The fair time is an important occasion for many sellers. Special stalls are set up to sell fineries and jewelery for the camels. Camels are decorated with beautiful silver ornaments; such as bells, rings, and bangles. Many camels are pierced in their nose as a part of the ritual.
One of the most striking features of Pushkar Fair is the cattle competition. The sight of beautifully decorated cattle racing in a competition raises pulse of the visitors. There are different kinds of competitions organized for the cattle. Other things to enjoy here during the fair are camel safari and shopping in the stalls.
The immense popularity of the fair is also because of the various music and dance shows performed that represent the culture of Rajasthan. Various cultural events, exhibitions and movies bring fun and enjoyment for the visitors.
Pushkar Fair does not only include these five day of celebrations. The many celebrations and fairs in 12 different places nearby make it a perfect destination for round the year trip to Puskar. Statistics show that more than 4,000 to 6,000 visitors from different parts of the globe come to Pushkar daily.
About Pushkar
Pushkar is one of the ancient cities in India. Located about 11 kilometers from Ajmer, another ancient Indian city in Rajasthan, Pushkar is well connected by road, rail, and air. The nearest airport is at Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected by air with Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkota. Ajmer is the nearest railhead. Pushkar has more than 400 temples. Some of the most important of them are the Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Rangji Temple, Pushkar Apteshwar Temple, and others. The famous Pushkar lake here is a place similar to Varanasi. Many pilgrims come here everyday to take a holy dip in its many Ghats.
Come and enjoy the vibrancy and charisma of the famous Puskar Lake. India Tours and packages offers instant online booking for tours for Pushkar Fair. For more information or to make a booking, please fill up the form given below.
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