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 The Desert Festival is one of the most popular cultural events on the annual festival calendar of Rajasthan. The colorful event is held every year at Jaisalmer in the months of January/February. The festival is a showcase of the performing arts and crafts of Rajasthan. The melodious tunes and rhythms of the folk musicians and amazing folk dance performances by renowned artists create a spellbound effect on spectators. The event is organized on the famous golden sand dunes at Sam near Jaisalmer. Colorful craft bazaars set up for the occasion are an added attraction of the festival.
Many exciting competitions are held during this colorful event. Camel races, the turban-tying contest, Mr. Desert contest and a contest for the longest moustache add more color and charm to this cultural extravaganza. The colorfully decorated camels take you to the beautiful sand dunes in the nearby regions.
While in Jaisalmer, you can also visit the famous mansions and forts of Jaisalmer. A visit to Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon - ki - Haveli and Gadsisar Lake among many more can be a rewarding experience for you.
We, Fascinating Rajasthan welcome you to this colorful and vibrant region of India. Come and experience the true colors of Rajasthan in its fairs and festivals on your Fascinating Rajasthan Festival Tour. Fascinating Rajasthan is an experienced and trusted tour operator providing excellent services to its customers for many years now.
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