| Vikram Samwat (Lunar Calendar) |
2006 |
2007 |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
| 13-15 Magh-S |
8-12 Feb |
29 Jan-02 Feb |
17-21 Feb |
5-9 Feb |
26-30 Jan |
One of the most popular
festival in Rajasthan, it is a journey into the heart of the desert, the
golden city of Jaisalmer, a veritable feast for the senses.
It
coincides with the full moon in February when the cherished moments of its
glorious past and rich culture are on display. The entire fort is floodlit
at night. The langa and Manganiyar musicians, Gair Dancers and the fire
dancers are the special highlights of the festival. Further excitement is in
the air with decorated camel display, turban-tying competition and Mr.
Desert contest. The grand finale is a trip to the Sam Sand Dunes where one
can have the pleasure of a camel ride and also view the musicians and
dancers performing on the dunes.
To cater to the growing demand
of tourists wanting to stay in tents, the RTDC sets up a small tourist
village at the grounds of the Moomal Hotel, just beneath the fort.
