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The Elephant Festival of Jaipur is one of the most popular festivals of Rajasthan held every year in Feb /March on the occasion of Holi, a festival of colors celebrated all over India. The people celebrate the spring festival of Holi by throwing flowers and Abir (colored powder) on each other. The Elephant festival combines the colorful Holi festival with elephants. Colorfully decorated elephants marching in a row on this occasion make their spectators spellbound.
The festival begins with a procession of elephants, camels and horses to the famous Chaugan ground in Jaipur. Various elephant sports such as elephant races, elephant-polo matches and an interesting elephants vs. men tug of war contest are organized on this festive occasion that add more color to already colorful and festive atmosphere. The occasion provides the ideal opportunity to see elephants at their best. The 'Best Decorated Elephant' contest is an added attraction of this cultural extravaganza. Various folk dances and music programs are also organized for the overall entertainment of the people. The event finally reaches to its conclusion with a brilliant firework display.
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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