February 7, 2012
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| Nagaur fair |
Rajasthan, famous for historic monuments and exquisite
architecture, hosts many charming fairs and festival events. Among the fairs of
Rajasthan which attracts thousands of tourists not just from other parts of India
but from abroad as well is the fair of Nagaur which is popular for its cattle
trading. It is sometimes called as the Nagaur cattle fair and boasts of being
the second largest fair in entire state of Rajasthan.
Nagaur fair is organized every year in the month of Jan-Feb.
the fair continues for eight days and draws many tourists to witness the amazing
event. The fair was started by a king Mr. Umed Singh of Jodhpur dynasty in
honor of Sh. Ramdeoji about 56 year back. It is held at Nagaur, a charming town
situated between Jodhpur and Bikaner. About 70 thousands cattle are sold and
bought every year at the fair. Here you will
get to see many camels, horses and other animals being traded.
Nagaur fair is also known as Ramdeoji cattle fair. People
dressed in colorful traditional outfit are seen fascinating the visitors. Some foreign tourists even are seen in
traditional attire of Rajasthan. Animal
like camels and horses brought here for trading are also beautifully decorated
by their owners who themselves are seen wearing beautiful vibrant Rajasthani
outfit. Though Nagaur fair is mainly related with cattle trading, there are many
fun activities that makes the fair more vibrant and fascinating. Tug of war, camel race, bullock race, cock
fight etc are some of amazing events of the fair. Rajasthani folk dance, music and other
cultural and entertaining activities are further attractions of Nagaur fair.
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