Why spend a dull New Year when all colors, fun, and frolic await you at the Jaisalmer Desert festival? What makes this festival so special?
One of the most awaited and famous festivals of Jaisalmer, the Desert Festival is the most cultural and colorful event you can ever explore. It is an annual festival that takes place in February in the beautiful city of Jaisalmer. It is held in the Hindu month of Magh (January), three days before the full moon. You can discover the famous folk tunes, tinges as well as twines framed in the dunes, the Desert Festival Jaisalmer shows the traditional culture of Rajasthan. To gain worldwide popularity, the festival would spray its colors, play its tunes, and also whir its heels from the hub of Thar Desert. As soon as you came out from the winter wools and stepped into the cuddly blossoming flavor.
The folk fusion of Jaisalmer will surely grasp the attention of several travelers. Now it’s your turn to explore into the exciting daylong extravaganza, which continues for about three days in the middle of historical forts, ancient haveli, Jain temples, majestic places, and Indigenous culture as well. Therefore, the Jaisalmer Desert Festival 2020 is considered to be a perfect breakout from the modern age, which falls into the collage of colorful art and old-fashioned grandeur from the diorama of implausible India.
The main focus of the Jaisalmer festival is to offer the international as well as the local tourists a true picture of the rich and heritage culture of Rajasthan. During this occasion, people are supposed to be exulted and elated too. Foreigners are completely amused by getting a chance to become a part of rich Indian Culture.
To serve the best from its culture and traditions especially all over the globe and to increase its traditions, The desert festival exhibits all its heritage and cultural elements. The disharmony of Rajasthani art, folk dance, and music are represented by professional artists. The desert festival would also tie up with many different cultural events including camel races, longest mustache competition, turban tying, Tug of war, and even the Mr. Dessert Contest.
Moreover, one can also be a part of the great and clever performances of the various artists under the dark sky on the desert safari to the swinging dunes of Sam. The stalls are filled with plenty of artifacts and gift items that can be purchased for loved ones. Furthermore, many events are also held that not only capture the attention of the tourists but also tender a unique charm to the festival. Let us give wide attention to the cultural program and competitions of the Jaisalmer Desert Festival.
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Exploring the rich culture and colors of Rajasthan under the warmth of the winter sun can be an immemorial experience. People come here in traditional attire, women in large ghagras and hands adorned with Mehendis and big bangles while males make their mustaches twisted, and wear large turbans around their heads with dhoti and Jaipuri printed Kurtas.
Desert Festival will take place at Jaisalmer, near the Jaisalmer, Rajasthan Sam Sand Dunes from 7th February to 22nd to 24th February 2025.
Well, most of the people are not aware of the history and background of the Desert festival Jaisalmer. The ruler of the Yadav Community, Lord Krishna once asked the Arjuna about the successor of the Yadavs and stated that the successor of the Yadav community would build his kingdom on the hills of Trikuta.
Undoubtedly, this prediction of Lord Krishna became true when the same thing happened. When people came to know that the prediction had become true they started to celebrate throughout the kingdom. However, these celebrations after that changed into a festival and from many decades people used to organize and celebrate it every year. Whereas, government has also taken many steps for the preparation and arrangements in the Desert festival of Jaisalmer.
While one part of the fair is crowed with snake charmers, puppet shows, folk singers and dancers, the other part showcases the beauty of the place with stalls on handicrafts, leather shoes, boutique apparels, handbags, silver jewelry and many more. For music lovers, the festival is nothing less than a paradise for them as many well-known singers and musicians participate in the festival. The traditional dance performance of the city fills the tourists with the utmost passion and excitement. The songs of the ghazal or Sufi singers are certainly delights of the ears.
The camel race is another hyped event of the festival. The beautifully decorated camels are the Centre of attraction and people in large numbers participate in this race enthusiastically. It is also a matter of pride, especially for the camel owners to win the race and get a suitable reward.
It is an event that sees participants from various nooks and corners of the city. The longest mustaches of the people surprise the spectators. During the competition, men showcase their mustaches with great pride as they try their best to win the coveted longest mustache title.
The people have a gala time during the turban-tying competition when they try to tie the colorful turbans in the shortest possible time. The person who ties the turban before the desired time is declared the winner.
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It is an event that sees the maximum number of participants. Here, a competition is held between the Indian people and foreign nations where they are required to pull a rope and make a concentrated effort to drag another team over a central line.
The fair is also a great place to taste the authentic food of Rajasthan. From the spicy laalmaas to sumptuous Dal Bati Churma from Bikaneri nankeens to simple kher sangria, the fairground is filled with the aroma of delectable cuisines. Here is a list of some of the best dishes that you must have tried during the Jaisalmer Desert Festival. Such as Dal Bati Churma, Pyaaz Ki Kachori, Mutton Saag, Murgh-e-subzi, Gatte Ki Sabzi, Makhania Lassi, Ghotua Ladoos, etc. Last but not least, witness the unique rituals of Rajasthan at the Desert Festival.
Camels are decked up in the ancient style with Gorbands around their neck and these dance to the tunes of sarangi. Camel races and camel polo are other fun filled activities of the fair.
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India’s most luxurious train, The Palace on Wheels was started by the Indian Railways in association with Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation to promote tourism in Rajasthan. This luxurious journey to the hinterland of the desert starts every Wednesday evening from New Delhi and ends the following Wednesday early in the morning, back at the same station. In 7 nights/8 days, the train traverses over 3000 kilometers or about 1850 miles.
The Palace on Wheels offers you a ride full of excitement, surprises, and luxurious feelings. A perfect chance to relive the era when kings and queens ruled, when loyalty spelled magic, and when charm and mysticism were in the air.
There are 39 deluxe cabins and 2 Super Deluxe Cabins on the Palace on Wheels train with a total capacity of 82 passengers. The train is completely self-sufficient and is fully air-conditioned, each cabin has attached toilers, especially facilitated for the global luxury traveler with all modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, bar, a safe, wall-to-wall carpeting, and many more. Each salon has a personal attendant, also known as khidmatgars, at your service. The two dining cars are called Maharajah and Maharani & the kitchen saloon serves freshly cooked international cuisine.
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The 7 nights and 8 days tour package of this luxury train picks you up from Delhi and then takes you to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra. Besides exploring the forts and palaces of other cities, you can also visit the Desert Festival, stay at the desert camps of Jaisalmer, and enjoy the serenity of the Thar.
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Palace on Wheels ensures that you get a homely feeling on board. It has 14 coaches, each with a mini pantry and a lounge to meet your mid-day or midnight snack needs. Every coach has classic furniture with inlaid motifs, giving a regal edge to the suites. The rooms are spacious, fresh with the aroma of flowers, walls adorned with rich paintings and large mirrors, and floors covered with soft wall-to-wall carpets, life on Palace on Wheels is just like staying at a 5-star hotel.
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The train comes with an exquisite dining car where you can get an array of Indian and global cuisines while the bar provides you with high-quality drinks and hot and cold beverages. While traveling and enjoying the journey you can enjoy the delicious meals served with various varieties by two amazing restaurants Maharaja and Maharani. Both restaurant offers some of the exotic continental and special Rajasthani cuisines for guests. Mineral water is also available onboard.
Additionally, the most amazing part of the journey is shopping on Board. You can get various handicrafts and traditional items from Rajasthan. A special Spa saloon is available on the train, which offers therapeutic massages and some beauty treatments for guests.
So why wait? Get ready to enjoy the magic of moonlight with a bonfire and enticing melodies at the Jaisalmer Desert Festival this New Year with Palace on Wheels.
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