Rajasthan, the land of kings, possesses kaleidoscopic deserts, rich heritage and power of simplicity. The pulsating and vivid cultural backdrop of Rajasthan makes it a center of attraction. The charm of the city is just ineluctable. Frequent celebration of various fairs and festivals in Rajasthan is the reason behind high percentage of tourism in the city. People from every age group can be seen clothed in eye catchy garbs and roaming around in local markets. Public from neighboring cities as well as international visitors shop many traditional items and hang with folk performances.
The cause for the festivities may vary. Sometimes it is change of season and sometimes the origin is from religion. One can feel that there is always a mood to lionize sprightliness in Rajasthan through carnivals and fetes. Along with the surroundings, the blistering soil of Rajasthan too celebrates galore traditional festivals. Some of the widely known festivals of Rajasthan to be attended include Camel Festival Bikaner, Desert Festival Jaisalmer, Elephant Festival Jaipur, Gangaur Festival Jaipur, Mewar Festival, Udaipur and the Teej Festival Jaipur. Ganesh Chaturthi, Kota dussehra and Shekhawati festivals also gathers a huge crowd every year.
All the Festivals of Rajasthan are far-famed due to its éclat and association with unusual legends. Whether it is a Hindu festival or an Islamic festival, all are celebrated with same exuberance. Ethnic music and dance is a common specifity of virtually all festivals in Rajasthan. The romance, gallantry, etc of the imperial bygone epoch harks back to life through these auspicious events. The tourism department of Rajasthan continues to bring out fresh festivals in order to reveal the rich culture of this extraordinary state.
Thus a visit to Rajasthan becomes an obligation after visualizing the lively and spectacular celebrations of these festivals. Together with participating in the events, one can roam around the palaces, forts and other destinations in Rajasthan.