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FAIRS
AND FESTIVALS OF RAJASTHAN
Rajasthan's festivals involve a heady
explosion of colour and music! Almost every month of the
year has a festival, with many of the traditional ones
combining seasonal and religious dimensions. These
festivals are a big tourist draw. The most interesting to
a visitor to Jaipur are:
- Ajmer Sharif Urs celebrations (July);
- Teej Monsoon Festival (August);
- Tejaji Folk Festival (September);
- Dussehra Puja Festival (October);
- Rajasthan International Folk Festival (October);
- Pushkar Camel Fair (November);
- Diwali Festival of Lights (November);
- Desert Festivals (December, January, February);
- Jaipur International Heritage Festival (March);
- Holi Festival of Colours (March);
- and Gangaur Festival (April)
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