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Mount Abu Travel Guide

Fairs & Festivals of Mount Abu

The fairs and festivals are celebrated in a great style as in other parts of the state, The tribal folk of the region lend special color to the festivities of Mount Abu, leaving a spell binding effect over the visitors, the important festivals of the hill city are:

Summer festival (June)
A special occasion for the hill resort, as the people throng from al parts of the country to escape the sizzling heat of the plains, and rejuvenate their sapping energies. They are treated to one of the most exotic festival which lingers in their minds for long.

Hill Station of the Rajasthan in a festive mood with the Summer Festival, held every year in the month of June. The steep rocks, tranquil lakes, picturesque locations and the pleasant climate of Mount Abu make it an ideal location for the festival. The three-day festival is a feast of folk and classical music and a window to the tribal life and culture of Rajasthan.

The festival begins with the singing of a ballad which is followed by folk dances which enthral the spectators. Sporting events such as the boat race on the Nakki lake add variety to the festival.

The Sham-e-Qawwali is a much-awaited musical extravaganza, as renowned qawwals from all over the country can be heard regaling the audience. The grand finale of the festival is a display of dazzling fireworks which adds to the tourist's delight.

Gangaur Festival (March- April)
A festival for young maids and married women, dedicated to Gauri, the incarnation of Goddess Parvati. Women pray for the prosperity and long live of their husbands, while girls seek good husbands from the goddess. A colorful procession are taken out with pomp and gaiety. Gangaur hold a special place for the Garasia tribal, inhabitants of the Sirohi- Mt. Abu region. They celebrate this festival over one month. The unusual and interesting feature of their celebration is the procession of the Gangaur image from village to village. The tribal youth get an opportunity to meet and mingle freely, select a life partner of their choice and marry by eloping. A romantic but strange custom, sanctioned by the society.

Patotasav
Celebrated at Shri Raghunathji Temple.