Venue: Nagaur, Rajasthan.
Time: January - February
Duration: 8 days
About Nagaur Fair
Nagaur fair is also known as the 'Cattle
Fair' and is the 2nd largest animal fair of
India. This fair is held for eight days
every year during the month of January -
February. At this fair animals are sold and
bought, over 70,000 bullocks, camels, cows,
oxen and horses every year. Along with the
lavishly decorated animals, their owners are
also flaunt wearing colorful turbans and
long mustaches.
Basically an animal fair, it provides an
opportunity to participate in some of the
local sports. Sports like tug-of-war, camel
races, bullock races and cock fights;
jugglers; puppeteers, story-tellers; and
exciting campfire evenings are held to
entertain the tourists. Folk music of the
Jodhpur variation echoes the placid desert
sand.
Major Tourist Attractions in
Nagaur
Places to see
Badal Mahal, Sheesh Mahal & Hadi Rani Mahal
are some of the worth seeing places. All
three have exquisite 18th century frescoes
on the ceilings. There is also a bewitching
medieval air cooling system and an
embellished old hammam, or bath.
The Events
Several games are organized during this 8
day festival. Tug-of-war, camel races, cock
fights etc. are source of entertainment for
the tourists and visitors. As the sunsets, a
joyful ambiance is created by the folk music
and dance.
Breed Bargains
The fair is well known for the trade of
cows, bullocks, camels and horses. The
bullocks of Nagaur are renowned for their
fitness and attract a large number of
buyers. Both the owners and buyers bargain
to their heart's content until they decide
upon a price.
Shopping and Recreation
Mirchi Bazaar (Red Chilly Market) is another
major attraction. One can buy wooden items,
iron crafts and leather accessories,
available in in abundance during the fair.
Getting There
Air : The nearest airport from Nagaur
is Jodhpur (138 km). There are daily flights
that connect it to Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and
Udaipur.
Rail : Rajasthan has a good a network
of rail services. Nagaur is well connected
to the state capital Jaipur by the
Jaipur-Bikaner Intercity Express and to
Kolkata by the Howrah-Jaipur Express.
Road : One can get regular buses from
Jodhpur to Nagaur. Nagaur is also connected
by bus from other cities of Rajasthan.
Private taxis are also available from
Jodhpur.
Accommodation
There are many luxurious and budget hotels
available in Nagaur and the nearby areas.
Rajasthan Travel
Guide
