The brightest festival of Rajasthan is all about camels. Credit: Canva
the city of PushkarLocated on the edge of the desert state of RajasthanIt houses India’s only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. The city is also the base for incredible Holi festivals where foreigners descend in hordes on its dry borders. However, if we are honest, Pushkar has been put on the map thanks to one event: the annual camel fair.
For a state like Rajasthan, camels have long been central to all activities. As the main (and often only) means of transportation in the arid desert, these animals are the most important livestock for locals. called the Pushkar Camel FairIn this festival, camel owners dress their camels in colorful clothes and accessories, replete with hanging bells and paint, to attract travelers. But the camels are only a part of the larger festival, the origin of which revolves around Lord Brahma, who is worshiped here.
History of Pushkar Camel Fair
Celebrated annually around Kartik Purnima, the festival has its origins in the celebration dedicated to Lord Brahma. According to mythology, on the night of Kartik Purnima, 33 million gods and goddesses are said to have consecrated the lake surrounding the temple. To commemorate the day, local merchants organized a massive fair, initially held for the purpose of trading camels and cattle, but over time it has grown into a major cultural festival.
Attractions at Pushkar Camel Fair
While the main idea of Pushkar Fair is camel trade, other main attractions here include puppet shows, mustache competitions, camel sports, Matka Tod competitions, camel parades and dance shows. The nine-day Pushkar Fair (Mela) ends on the auspicious day of Kartik Purnima, when thousands of devotees bathe in the Pushkar Lake.
Today, the festival is celebrated on a grand scale, with colorful tents and hats set up all over the city. The fair is famous for its vibrant cultural celebrations, highlighted by traditional dances, music and puppet shows. You can also visit local temples, go on camel safaris and explore the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan.
How to get to Pushkar
Train: You need to take a train to Ajmer and then a 30-minute ride to Pushkar.
Air: The nearest airport to Pushkar is Jaipur, 140 kilometers away.
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