Nagaur Fair or Ramdevji Cattle Fair 2013
or Pashu Mela 2013 will begins from 17th February 2013. This eight-day fair held every
year during the month of January - February, is popularly known as the
cattle fair and is the second largest in Rajasthan. Nagaur Town is the
most picturesque of Rajput townships. The town becomes a sea of animals,
trading over 70,000 bullocks, camels and horses every year. The
bullocks are known for their fleetness. Not only are the animals
lavishly decorated, even their owners flaunt their colorful turbans and
long moustaches. From shearing sheep to handsome marwari horses to
spices all compiled in one fair. Attractions include the 'mirchi' bazaar
(largest red chilly market of India), wooden items, iron-crafts and
camel leather accessories.
Sports like tug-of-war, camel races, bullock races and cockfights; jugglers; puppeteers, storytellers; and exciting campfire evenings are held to entertain the tourists. Folk music of the Jodhpur variation echoes the tranquil desert sand. Nagaur is well connected to the major cities by road and rail. Nearest airport is Jodhpur, some 135 kms away.
Sports like tug-of-war, camel races, bullock races and cockfights; jugglers; puppeteers, storytellers; and exciting campfire evenings are held to entertain the tourists. Folk music of the Jodhpur variation echoes the tranquil desert sand. Nagaur is well connected to the major cities by road and rail. Nearest airport is Jodhpur, some 135 kms away.
is it true "largest chilly market of india" at ramdev pashu mela nagaur..
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