Pushkar Camel Fair

According to the Hindu calendar, Pushkar Fair commences in Nawami (Ninth Moon) and ends in Purnima (Full Moon) in the month of Kartika, which can be in October or November depending on the Moon calendar.At this moment the rich tradition of Rajasthan comes alive at Pushkar. Pushkar fair is visited by foreigners and Indian which is perhaps the largest gathering for a fair from tourists all around the world in Rajasthan to fell the religious thrill and the camel and cattle fair which is said to be the one of the biggest cattle fair in world. The Pushkar fair indeed is a unique experience with the onset of winters bringing the cool winds from the south west, the golden sand dunes reflecting various colours with every phase of the Sun adding to the natural colours are not only the vibrantly dressed men and women or the shops selling various colourful goods, but also the decorated and bedecked Camel and cattle which are at sale here. 
Here one of the biggest Cattle Fair is held for trading purposes, and the best cattles in all categories are awarded. Countless people in their colourful attire gather to take a dip in the Holy Lake and pray to the deities. The whole town comes alive with vibrant folk music and dances, magic shows, horse and camel races and various other traditional entertainment competitions.

Pushkar Fair Dates

2011 - 02 Nov To 10 Nov
2012 - 20 Nov To 28 Nov
2013 - 09 Nov To 17 Nov
2014 - 30 Oct To 06 Nov