The Mewar Festival is
celebrated to welcome the advent of spring.
It coincides with the festival of Gangaur
in Udaipur , and has a unique charm about
it. The women folk gather to dress the images
of Isar and Gangaur and then carry them
in a ceremonial procession through different
parts of the city.
Rituals
They gather to dress the images of Isar
and Gangaur and then carry them in a ceremonial
procession through different parts of the
city. The procession winds its way to the
Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichhola . Here, the
images are transferred to special boats
amidst much singing and festivity.
Once the religious part of the festival
is over, it is time for cultural events
where Rajasthani culture is portrayed through
songs, dances and other programmes. The
festival culminates with an impressive fireworks
display. Like other fairs and festivals
celebrated throughout the state, there is
a lot of activity, which keeps the participants
in a joyful frame of mind, eager to enjoy
every moment.
How to
reach
Air :
Udaipur is well connected to all the major
cities which includes Delhi , Mumbai, Jodhpur
, Jaipur.
Road :
Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable
deluxe & air conditioned buses from
Jaipur, Delhi , Ahmedabad to Udaipur . The
roads are very good, and it takes around
8-9 hr. from Jaipur. You can also come by
taxi from Jaipur and Ahmedabad.
Train :
Udaipur is connected to many major cities
of India . There are daily trains from Delhi
, Jaipur.The best train between Delhi and
Udaipur , the daily Chetak Express. Trains
take around 12 Hrs from Jaipur to Udaipur
.
