Pushkar Fair
This small town is transformed into a spectacular fair ground, as rows of make shift stalls display an entire range of objects of art to daily utility stuff. Decoration items for Cattle, Camel and women, everything is sold together. Small handicraft items are the best bargain for buying souvenir. The Camel and Horse races have crowds to cheer. Camel judging competitions are Quite popular with animal lovers. Each evening brings different folk dances and music of Rajasthan, performers delivering live shows to the roaring and applauding crowds.
Pushkar fair has its own magic and it's a lifetime experience for travellers. It has featured in numbers of travel shows, films and magazine. According to lonely planet -"Its truly a feast for the eyes. If you are any where within striking distance at the time, Its an event not to be missed." Foot print India handbook 200 I writes- "The huge mela is Pushkar's biggest draw an unforgettable experience."
Cuisine:
Due to the religious significance of the fair, food served is strictly vegetarian. There is a choice of Indian and Continental delicacies.
Facilaties:
« Western style toilets with running water
« Attached Bathroom (hot water available separately)
« Foreign Currency Exchange Counter
« Post Office with ISD / STD/ Fax
« Medical Aid
« Safe Deposit
« Shopping Arcade
« Fire Preventing arrangements
« Tourist Information Counter
« Round-the-clock Coffee Shop
« Rajasthani folk dances, music and artisans at-work
« Camel ride and parking facilities
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