The exquisite medieval Fort of JAISALMER in Rajasthan forms the backdrop to a spectacular DESERT FESTIVAL. Puppeteers, folk artistes and dancers regale the audiences. There is also a unique sound and light show on desert sands on the full-moon night.

This is popular festival of Rajasthan when Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati are worshipped. One of the most colourful festivals held anywhere in India, it is the occasion for Rajasthani women to don their traditional costume of lehnga, choli and odhni. They congregate around the idols of Shiva and Parvati, sing, dance and offer prayers.

This is an important festival of Rajasthan that heralds the advent of the monsoons The presiding deity of the festival is the goddess Parvati. Idols of the goddess are taken out in colourful processions accompanied by song and dance. Decorated swings are put up and women in exotic dresses swing on them singing devotional or romantic songs. 

This fair is held annually on the banks of LAKE PUSHKAR in Rajasthan. During the mela, major attractions are the camel and cattle fair and camel races. It has become a major tourist draw for people from all over the world, particularly Europe. 

The SHEKHAWATI region of Rajasthan, known for its painted havelis (palaces), celebrates the Shekhawati festival. One can see Rajasthani folk dancers along with the cuisine and crafts which are on display.