Puskar Mela (Fair) is one of the India’s most highly rated travel experiences, where every year lakhs of tourist come together from across the globe.
Generally this fair is a week-long affair which comprise of activities like hot air balloon flights, football match, kabaddi match, musical chairs, kite flying, turban tying completion, musical concerts and many more such things to keep everyone engaged and entertained.
Though the main attraction of the fair is camel trading which is very intriguing. You will be surprised to know that camel selling can end up in crores as well.
This year the fair is scheduled between 15th Nov to 23rd Nov.
Things to experience during fair:-
· Attend some spectacular events like mustache completion and acrobat shows at the main festival ground. A treat for photo enthusiasts
· Get your share of adrenaline rush with Hot Air Ballooning
· Explore local cafes such as Pink Floyd, Sunshine, Funky Monkey & Little Tibet (try their cheese momos)
· Try camel safari which is as cheap as INR 50
· Shop at the local markets - The market here offers you a majestic collection of handicrafts, miniature paintings, traditional clothes, royal turbans, puppets, healing stones, camel leather bags and many more such items to indulge in. One can also explore the Shilpgram- handicraft bazaar (market)
· Visit Brahma Temple - People from across the country come here to worship Lord Brahma as it is said to be the only temple of Brahma in the world. (Brahma was cursed to be worshipped ONLY in Pushkar and nowhere else)
· Experience the magic of glow in the dark paintings at one of the artsy shop
· Last but not the least, do try the best falafel cheese hummus mushroom roll from Pawan Restaurant. You simply CANNOT miss this one
