Jaisalmer also known as "Golden City" is situated in the heart of Thar Desert. The city of Jaisalmer comes alive during the festival and showcases the traditional culture of Rajasthan. The folk dance, music, ballads of valor, romance and tragedy, laughter, various competitions make the whole place alive. The festival arranges the light and sound shows amidst the sand dunes in the moonlight. The state offers an opportunity to the visitors to witness the exotic culture of Rajasthan which fascinates the visitors under heritage and cultural Rajasthan tour . The festival is held in the month of February three days prior to the full moon. The mythological saying behind the celebration of the festival is that Lord Krishna told Arjuna (one of the Pandavas) that the successor of Yadava community will set up his kingdom and the prediction came true when Rawal Jaisawal established Jaisalmer. To celebrate the moment celebration was done on a large scale that is celebrated every year in the form of Jaisalmer Desert Festival. The celebration is done with full of enthusiasm and happiness. The festival is organized by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation to promote the culture of Rajasthan and to increase the beauty of golden city. The festival is adorned with the beautiful stalls of handicrafts, jewellary, bright ethnic dresses and many other things which can be even gifted to the family members or friends as a token of memory. The picturesque vista of the surroundings, rich heritage, temples and palaces is awe-inspiring. The programs are performed by the artists and the gatherings of the local people, tourist’s across the globe are there to cheer them up. The tourists mingle with the local people and know about their lifestyle. The main attraction of the Desert festival is Camel where one can explore the desert areas on the back of the camel. Various competitions like best dressed camel, mustache competition, turban tying competition, tug of war are help which reflect the various styles of the region, culture and occasion. Get to know a lot more about the rich grandiose and culture of Rajasthan while an expedition to Jaipur, the capital city under Golden triangle tour 5 days where the travelers can catch the glances of Indian heritage in the political capital, Delhi and the home of Taj ,Agra along with a saunter on the golden sands of Thar in Jaisalmer and a cultural voyage to Jaipur.
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Meera Mahal is the prominent attraction of Kuchaman and an exquisite palace which illustrates and displays the miniature paintings which portrays the lifestyle and cycle of poet – Saint Meera Bai. Meera Bai was a great devotee of Hindu deity Lord Krishna and the passion and dedication of devotion is reflected in the paintings made on the walls of the palace. This Meera Mahal was built by Thakur Ranjit Singh of Rathore Kingdom to pay a tribute and respect to the devote of Lord Krishna. Meera Bai is said to be the greatest devotee of Lord Krishna and still remains a part of folklore of Krishna’s Leela. The palace reflects the royal architectural style with intricate carvings. The walls of the palace are beautifully adorned with the colorful paintings and drawings. The paintings on the walls depict the life, poem and song of Meera Bai which she sung and wrote for Lord Krishna. The songs are devoted to her life, her marriage, her devotion towards Lord Krishna, her life as a Sadhvi and her surprising demise. The palace comprises a Krishna Temple in the premises which is paid a visit by the local pilgrims and pooja is done daily. The paintings on the walls of the palace reflect the brilliant miniature paintings skills of the painters and artists of the bygone era. The palace complex is surrounded by the high walls with 2-3 entrances. Embark on the cruise to explore the life of Meera Bai in the Meera Mahal which can be booked under Royal Rajasthan Travel Packages. The packages offered in the Royal Rajasthan Tour Packages can be further customized as per interest and requirement. The tour packages can be planned with the Best India Trip Planners online where the skilled and professional staff prepares a tour package as per your interest and is there to assist you in any case you need them. Book Rajasthan Tour Packages online and the packages offered will be the best Rajasthan tour package which will make your tour fascinating and memorable.
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