February 29, 2012
Fairs & festivals of Udaipur
Mewar festival which marks the beginning of spring season is celebrated in Udaipur with great zest and vigor. Though festival of Mewar is celebrated in other parts of the state, real taste of the festival can be felt in Udaipur only as the city had been the sitting place for Mewar rulers. Mewar festival also coincides with the festival of Gangaur. On the occasion of Mewar festival a huge procession is taken out in the city. Large number women carrying the images of Isar and Gangaur on their heads participate in the religious procession.
The city of Udaipur also hosts an annual event of Shilpgram Crafts fair. The fair is held in western part of the city. The main reason behind organizing the fair is to promote the crafts and arts of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is known for its handicrafts and therefore the fair serves a rare opportunity to the artisans and craftsman of the state to display their artistic skills. Shilpgram Crafts fair attracts thousands of tourists from different parts of India and other countries as well.
The state of Rajasthan is known for its colorful fairs and festivals. Udaipur, being a part of Rajasthan state, is also famous for celebrating several festivals. Udaipur is rich in its culture and traditions. Fairs and festivals celebrated in Udaipur provide the insights of the cultural and traditional life of the people. Along with the major national festivals like Deepawali, Dussera, Holi etc, the city of Udaipur also celebrates other prominent regional festivals. Every city of Rajasthan celebrates one or other festivals that are particularly associated with that city. Mewar festival is an important festival associated with Udaipur. The city is also known for hosting a Shilpgram fair.
Mewar festival which marks the beginning of spring season is celebrated in Udaipur with great zest and vigor. Though festival of Mewar is celebrated in other parts of the state, real taste of the festival can be felt in Udaipur only as the city had been the sitting place for Mewar rulers. Mewar festival also coincides with the festival of Gangaur. On the occasion of Mewar festival a huge procession is taken out in the city. Large number women carrying the images of Isar and Gangaur on their heads participate in the religious procession. 
The city of Udaipur also hosts an annual event of Shilpgram Crafts fair. The fair is held in western part of the city. The main reason behind organizing the fair is to promote the crafts and arts of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is known for its handicrafts and therefore the fair serves a rare opportunity to the artisans and craftsman of the state to display their artistic skills. Shilpgram Crafts fair attracts thousands of tourists from different parts of India and other countries as well. 
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