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NAGAUR
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Magh-S
7-10
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- 22 Feb 2002
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- 11 Feb 2003
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The
quaint town of Nagaur, one of the most picturesque of Rajput
townships stirs to life during the Nagaur Fair. This cattle
fair is the second largest in Rajasthan and is held every
year during the Hindu month of Magh (Jan-Feb).
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The Earthenware
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Cattle Trading |
The
Fair is renowned for the trading of cows, bullocks, oxen,
camels and horses which takes place here. Their owners are
seen wearing colorful turbans and flaunting long mustaches.
Wooden items, ironcraft and leather accessories are available
in abundance during the fair. Various games are organized
during this four day festival.
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| Tug-of-War,
camel races ,cock & bull fights provide entertainment to the
tourists and locals after a hectic day of trading. As the last
rays of setting sun bid aide to the day, a joyous atmosphere
is created by the folk musicians whose voices echo far & wide
across the tranquil desert sands. |
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