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A number of festivals are
celebrated in Jodhpur. However the most famous Fairs and
festivals in Jodhpur, Rajasthan are:
Marwar Festival
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Marwar Festival Jodhpur "Marwar Festival"
The most popular festival of Jodhpur . It is held every year in
memory of the heroes of Rajasthan. Marwar Festival of Jodhpur,
Rajasthan was originally known as the Maand Festival. The
festival is held in the month of between September-October. It
goes on for two days.
The main attraction of this festival is the folk music centered
on the romantic lifestyle of Rajasthan's rulers. The music and
dance of the Marwar region is the main theme of this festival.
The folk dancers and singers assemble at the festival and provide
lively entertainment. These folk artists give others a peek into
the days of yore, of battles and of the heroes who still live on
through their songs.
Among other attractions at the festival, is the camel tattoo show
and polo. The venue of this festival includes the famous Umaid
Bhawan Palace, Mandore and Mehrangarh Fort.
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Jodhpur Kite Festival In the Jodhpur Kite festival, the
best kite flyers from India as well as rest of the world take
part. The aim is to show of your kite flying skills.
Generally, the date of this Kite Festival in India is 14th
January (Makar Sankranti). It is a three-day festival, held at
the Polo Ground in Jodhpur. Air Force helicopters also release a
large number of kites from above. During the kite festival, the
sky gets filled up with kites of various designs and colors.
There is a lot of enthusiasm among the people also regarding this
festival. It reaches the highest point when a kite gets cut.
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