Jodhpur Festival

 Located at the gateway to the golden desert of Thar, the Blue City - Jodhpur is the jewel of the big city in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Jodhpur festivals are the rich mix of its cultural heritage and rich traditions. Although various festivals are deliberately held in Jodhpur, the most famous festivals in Jodhpur are:

 

Marwar Festival: The Marwar Festival is the most popular and almost second largest festival in India, celebrated in memory of the medieval heroes of Rajasthan for their brave deeds. This great festival is celebrated for two days in the Hindu month of Ashwin (September-October) during the time of Sharad Purnima. The large male fort Meharangarh and the breathtaking Umaid Bhawan offer the perfect location for the celebration. The festival is entirely dedicated to the music and dance of the Marwar region.

 

The musicians play and compose various songs (maand) that are reminiscent of these brave heroes of the country of Rajputana. The fair includes many other attractions, such as horse riding, horse polo. These events also give viewers the opportunity to take part in these adventure games. The Marwar Festival is without a doubt the amalgamation of music, art, dance and entertainment.

 

Jodhpur International Desert Kite Festival: Although the Jodhpur International Desert Kite Festival only started a few years ago, it has grown into one of the most anticipated and grandiose festivals in Jodhpur. Its official date is January 14th, which lasts three days. The festival takes place at the Jodhpur Polo Ground, where the best hang gliders from around the world show off their hang gliding skills. The whole sky is colored with kites of various designs and shapes. There comes a time for more adventure when the kite falls and people scream with excitement.

 

Air force helicopters also let a large number of kites take off from above and numerous small children launch balloons.

 

Nagaur Fair: Jodhpur Nagaur Fair is the second largest fair in India and lasts eight days. This fair takes place in January-February. The Nagaur Fair deals mainly with the trade in animals, which is why it is also known as the "Cattle Fair". Around 70,000 oxen, camels, sheep and horses are traded at the fair every year.

 

Other highlights of the fair are the pet trade Red Chilly Bazar (the largest cold red market in India), ironwork, wood goods, camel leather goods, etc. The puppet shows, jugglers and storytellers entertain the visitors a lot.

 

At the fair you can also enjoy some very exciting sports such as tug of war, camel racing, ox racing, cockfighting. Popular music, crowned by the city's rich culture, casts a spell over the people.

 

Ganesh Chaturthi, Haryali Teej, Gangaur and Folk Festival are other popular festivals in Jodhpur.

 

Plan the Rajasthan Tours for 3 Days and 4 nights of enjoy the beautiful Jodhpur Travel.