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MEWAR
FESTIVAL |
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Celebrated In
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Mewar, Udaipur, Rajasthan. |
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Deity :
Isar & Gangaur |
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Attraction :
Fireworks at the end of
festival |
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The Mewar Festival is celebrated to welcome
the advent of spring. It coincides with the festival of Gangaur in Udaipur, and
has a unique charm about it. The festival of Gangaur is very significant for
women of Rajasthan. It is a time for them to dress up in their best clothes and
participate in the festival. |
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They gather to dress the images of Isar and
Gangaur and then carry them in a ceremonial procession through different parts
of the city. The procession winds its way to the Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichhola.
Here, the images are transferred to special boats amidst much singing and
festivity. |
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Once the religious part of the festival is
over, it is time for cultural events where Rajasthani culture is portrayed
through songs, dances and other programmes. The festival culminates with an
impressive fireworks display. Like other fairs and festivals celebrated
throughout the state, there is a lot of activity, which keeps the participants
in a joyful frame of mind, eager to enjoy every moment. |
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