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  Pushkar Fair, Ajmer
Year 2006 2007 2008 2009
Date 29 Oct-5 Nov 17-24 Nov 5-13 Nov 25 Oct 02 Nov
The Pushkar Camel Fair is one of the largest in India and the only one of its kind in the entire world. During the fair, Lakhs of people from rural India flock to Pushkar, along with Camel and Cattle for several days of live stock trading, horse dealing, pilgrimage and religious festivities. This small town, becomes a cultural phenomenon when colourfully dressed devotees, musicians, acrobats, folk dancers, traders, comedians, sadhus and tourists reach here during Pushkar fair. According to Hindu chronology, it takes place in the month of Kartika (October or November) beginning on ashtmi 8th day of Lunar Calendar and continues till full moon (Poornima). The Camel and Cattle trading is at its peak during the first half of festival period. During the later half, religious activities dominate the scenario. Devotees take dips in the holy "Sarovar" lake, as the sacred water is known to bestow salvation.

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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