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Location - Jaisalmer, Rajasthan The festival is organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Department every year, it offers unique experiences that are different from any other festivals and is the best opportunity for travelers to enjoy and explore the
Location - Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
The festival is organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Department every year, it offers unique experiences that are different from any other festivals and is the best opportunity for travelers to enjoy and explore the Thar Desert.
Jaisalmer Desert Festival is an annual fest that takes place in February month in the beautiful city Jaisalmer (Rajasthan). It is held three days prior to the full moon. The festival is celebrated in between the beautiful dunes of the Thar Desert in the Sam dunes (42 KM from Jaisalmer).
The celebrations of this festival decorate the desert with color, enthusiasm, and happiness. On this beautiful occasion, locals dress traditional and bright costumes. They sing, dance & celebrate their traditional songs.
In this festival a unique camel race is organized that attracts the attention of tourists And it only happens in Rajasthan.
Apart from other things some unique contests like the Turban tying contest, The longest mustache contest and a homecoming of Mr. Desert show celebrated by the most Rajasthani men. For those looking for adventures, desert safari ride, camel rides or jeep ride in the desert mark a truly grand finale in the event.
Main highlights of Jaisalmer Desert Festival
How to reach Jaisalmer
- From Jaipur
by rail 665 KM
by road 568 KM