12 - 15 November 2005
The ancient town of Pushkar is transformed
into a spectacular fair ground in
the month of Kartik (October – November).
The fair attracts a great number
of tourists from far and wide. The
fairgrounds reverberate with festivity,
as rows of make shift stalls display
a bewildering array of items that
compete with each other for the
visitors' attention. But the highlight
of Pushkar Fair is the trading in
camels. The camels are bought, sold,
decked up and paraded on the sand
dunes, presenting a picturesque
sight. The camel, horse and donkey
races are events that draw huge
attendance. Body tattooing is yet
another favourite activity that
attracts a large of enthusiasts.
The Pushkar fair brings together
a large number of villages from
different parts of the state. Some
come here to sell. Some come here
to buy. Others come here on a pilgrimage.
Still others come here just to enjoy
the festivities. The days are filled
with fun and activities. The evenings
are filled with music and dance.
Come dusk, and the rich strains
of haunting music are carried across
the desert sands as the merrymaking
continues deep into the night. The
profusion of colours that run riot
in the desert sands, the glee and
the contagious enthusiasm of the
village folk are a unique experience
of every visitor.
During the fair, cultural shows
and exhibitions are organized to
enliven the event. Movies are shown
and competitions are arranged. Bards
and poets recite and sing tales
of valour and heroism of bygone
days. Animal races and other competitions
add to the attraction.
The special feature of the Pushkar
fair to stay in tents which are
pitched nearby to the fair ground.
Normally all the modern amenities
& comforts, dining space, toiletries
etc. are available in these tented
accommodations.
Day
01: Pushkar :
You will be received at Jaipur Airport/Ajmer
Railway Station and transferred to
Hotel. Rest of the day we spend in
exploring its various ghats, temples
and market. Overnight at hotel/tent.
Day
02 & 03: Pushkar :
Both the day kept reserved to enjoy
the different activities of the fair.
Overnight at hotel/tent.
Day
04: Pushkar :
After breakfast you will be transferred
to Jaipur Airport / Ajmer Railway
Station.