11/08/2023
"Immerse Yourself in the Magical Pushkar Fair: A Journey of Colors, Camels, and Culture!" Book your India tour now -
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Pushkar Fair organises various competitions, magic shows, cultural performances, and exhibitions that keep visitors entertained. It also brings thousands of livestock in one place for trading and competition. Here is a look at the primary attractions of this grand fair.
Camel shows: Thousands of beautifully dressed camels are the focal points of the Pushkar Fair. Hence, the fair is popularly called Pushkar Camel Fair. You can see some of the best camel shows and activities, from camel dance and parades to beauty pageants and auctions at the fair. Over 25,000 camels are traded at Pushkar Fair every year.
Cattle fair: This is yet another major highlight of the fair. Cattle owners from across the state dress up their cattle, including cows, horses, goats, and sheep, in colourful clothing and bring them to this grand event for trading. In the initial years, cattle trading was one of the main reasons for organising the fair.
Cultural performances: Pushkar Fair is known for hosting some amazing cultural performances, such as folk dances, acrobats, matka phod competitions and bride and groom contests. Talented artists from across the country come to this special event and showcase their skills.
Moustache competition: Growing long and thick moustaches is a matter of pride for Rajasthani men. Hence Pushkar Fair also organises a moustache competition that sees participation in large numbers.
Souvenirs: The colourful stalls at Pushkar Fair sell a range of local products that you can take back home as souvenirs. From Rajasthani garments, bags and jewellery to brassware, toys, decorative pieces and handicrafts, the collection here will blow your mind! Camel souvenirs are most popular among tourists visiting the fair.
Religious activities: Devotees engaging in religious activities is yet another highlight of the fair. Locals bathe in the holy Pushkar Lake, participate in Maha Aarti, and perform other rituals such as Deepandaan and Pushkar Abhishek.
Other activities: You can also enjoy magic shows, turban tying and tilak contests, tug of war, live music performances, carousal rides and other interesting activities and competitions at Pushkar Fair.