Pushkar Camel Fair

At Pushkar, a sacred town in Rajasthan, one can literally feel a unique experience

. Especially if one is there during the time of the one of a kind fair this fair is the biggest and most eagerly awaited cattle fair across the world.

Situated in the middle of the desert, Pushkar is a sleepy, charming little town in the Rajasthani city of Ajmer. There are several temples here that are located along the Pushkar Lake. Pushkar is home to the only temple of Lord Brahma in India. Legend has it that Lord Brahma was on his way to search for a suitable place to perform a 'Yagna' (a fire sacrifice) and while contemplating, a lotus fell from his hand on the earth and water sprouted from that place and a holy lake was formed. To this day Pushkar is a holy place of pilgrimage for Hindus.

Pushkar festivals are associated with the colorful culture of Rajasthan. In fact, you can say that it infuses life and spirit in the carnival that makes it special and distinct from many of the festivals. Well, it is one of the most renowned festivals, which draws a huge number of tourists. Now you must be wondering that how it is celebrated though you have a little knowledge about it. Pushkar festivals in India are celebrated in winters. Although the dates of the festivals are not fixed, but alike other Hindu festivals, Pushkar festival dates are dependent upon the lunar calendar. According to the Hindu almanac, the fair is held during the full moon in the month of Kartik, traditionally in November. Come November, and the desert livens up with the hustle bustle of people and more with cattle and camels.

This is not just a camel fair but also a cultural phenomenon where one experiences vivacious revelry as the atmosphere is alive with colorfully dressed devotees, musicians, acrobats, folk dancers, traders, comedians, holy men and tourists exploring this fabulous fair in Pushkar. Although originally meant for trading of camel and cattle only, the Pushkar Camel Fair has now become a major tourist attraction. Highlights of the Pushkar Camel Fair are colorful, vibrant bazaars, enchanting folk music and sports involving camels.

On the concluding day, people rush towards the bathing Ghats for a holy dip while chanting mantras and prayers. At dusk, thousands of small earthen lamps are lighted and kept on delicate leaf boats and released in the placid waters of the Pushkar Lake and these iridescent lamps create a gloriously peaceful sight. This brings to an end Indias largest camel fair.

It is an elaborate affair, as tourists and cattle traders from all over the country swarm the place during this carnival or fair. It is amazing to see the traders negotiating deals over their prized animals, such as camels, horses, cows, goats and sheep. In fact, the atmosphere becomes lively on the concluding day as people take dips on the banks of lake while chanting mantras. At dusk, lots of small earthen lamps are lightened and kept on delicate leaf boats and released in the Pushkar Lake, making it gloriously peaceful sight. This brings to an end Indias largest camel fair. Thus, this festival is just not about striking deals but is a phenomenon that one experiences during the stay at Pushkar. Hence, do not waste time and make your hotel reservations well at advance as the colorful festival is about to come and you do not want to miss it!

by: Reeva

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