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Top Festivals to Celebrate in Jaisalmer for an Authentic Rajasthan Experience
Life is a celebration and festivals add charm to it. Indian is a country known for unity in diversity and because of the diverse religions, there are many festivals that are celebrated here with enthusiasm. Every state and city have their ways of doing it and when it comes to Jaisalmer, it does it with much grace.
This city is not only famous for its stunning architecture, sand dunes, and culture but also unique celebrations. Every festival is celebrated at Chokhi Dhani Desert Camp in an authentic manner ensuring that the guests enjoy thoroughly. Here is a list of top festivals celebrated in the beautiful city Jaisalmer which you must experience while you are here.
Top Festivals to Celebrate While in Jaisalmer
Are you planning a trip to Jaisalmer? Here is a list of festivals celebrated here around the year. You can plan accordingly to celebrate with the locals.
1. Jaisalmer Desert Festival
The famous Jaisalmer Desert Festival is celebrated in the month of February, 3 days before the full moon. This festival is the most sought after in the cultural calendar of the city as it showcases local traditions, culture, art and music attracting tourists from around the globe. It is organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Department in the Thar Desert which makes the entire setup appear even more appealing and engaging. The highlights of this festival include live dance and music performances, competitions such as turban tying, camel races, and longest moustache, display of art and stalls, and local cuisines.
2. Diwali: The Festival of Lights
Diwali is a festival of light celebrated across India, this festival usually occurs in the month of October or November as per the Hindu Lunar Calendar. During this festival, the entire city is decorated with lights and oil lamps creating a surreal atmosphere. You can visit the local bazaars such as Pansari Bazaar and Manak Chowk to shop for handicrafts and festive sweets. The highlights of this festival include decorated Jaisalmer Fort, traditional pooja ritual done in temples and homes, bursting of colorful fireworks which lights up the desert sky and the beautifully decorated local market bustling with shops selling sweets.
3. Holi: The Festival of Colors
Holi is a festival of colors which is celebrated in the month of March as per the Hindu Lunar calendar. This is a unique festival in which people play with beautiful colors celebrating the victory of good over evil. This festival marks the arrival of spring season and is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the citizens across the country. If you are a foreigner visiting the city during this time then you must play with colors for a unique experience. The local enjoy their heart out by grooving on the local music, playing with colors and sharing sweet gujia and thandai. Holika Dahan is done a night before marking the beginning of this festival. You can join the locals at the Gadisar lake or community gatherings to enjoy in a better way.
4. Teej: Celebrating Monsoon
Teej is a monsoon festival which is celebrated in the month of July or August as per the Hindu lunar calendar by the women in Rajasthan state of India. This festival marks the union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, and is therefore is a celebration of marital bliss. During this time, locals visit the temples, there are religious ceremonies and the festive spirit can be enjoyed. The women can be seen dressed in traditional attire and wearing jewellery and mehandi. You will hear the folk songs and dances done to celebrate the rainy season. There are special Teej sweets such as feeni and ghewar which are a must try.
5. Gangaur Festival
Gangaur festival is yet another local festival which is celebrated in the month of March or April after Holi. This festival is dedicated to Goddess Gauri and is a celebration of marriage, love, and fidelity. During this time, you will see women dressed in traditional attire and performing ancient rituals. There are processions with beautifully decorated idols of Gauri, dance performances, and folk music being played. You can get engaged with the locals to learn about the beautiful rituals and enjoy traditional dishes that are being prepared during the festival time. Special sweet dishes are available at the shops such as kheer and ghewar.
6. Basant Panchami: Welcoming Spring
Basant Panchami is another festival that is celebrated in Rajasthan to welcome the Spring season. It is celebrated in the month of January or February as per the Hindu lunar calendar. This festival marks the arrival of Spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom and knowledge. During this festival, you will witness people wearing yellow color dresses and preparing yellow dishes. There is a kite flying competition during this time which adds color to the beautiful desert skies. Special puja ceremony is done for Goddess Saraswati in schools and homes. You can visit during this time to enjoy the uniqueness of the festival and experience the joy of kite flying.
Jaisalmer celebrates a number of festivals which showcases the colorful and rich cultural history of Rajasthan. No matter which festival it is, each one is celebrated with much love and enthusiasm. To witness these in a better manner, you can book your stay Chokhi Dhani Desert Camp where every festival is celebrated in a traditional manner bringing you closer to Indian roots.
You can plan your visit to this city according to the festival time to experience it. If you are coming during the peak season when desert festival occurs, ensure that you do your bookings in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles. Always remember to respect the locals and their culture to enjoy the most during their festive time. So, what are you waiting for? Whether you are an Indian or a foreigner, get ready to witness the celebration of festivals in a grand and unique way in Jaisalmer. Plan your holiday right away!
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