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Nagaur Fair, Nagaur |
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Introduction
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Nagaur Fair |
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The festive
environment during the Nagaur Fair of Rajasthan is spread throughout
by the bellows of the cattle that are ornamented by their owners and
the general sound that is linked with fairs such as these. All over
the state of Rajasthan the Nagaur Fair is very famous and the special
guests of honor at this fair are- Cattle! Nagaur Fair of Rajasthan has
the unique distinction of being the second largest cattle fair in
India.
Nagaur Fair
of Rajasthan is one of the biggest eight days cattle fair in the
country, held annually during the month of Magh, between late January
and early February. Nagaur awakens with the gathering of cattle,
horses and camels accompanied by their colourfully turbaned owners.
Nagaur is a sea of animals, trading over 70,000 bullocks, horses and
about 25,000 camels on display every year. The attractive town of
Nagaur, one of the most scenic of Rajput townships, stirs to life
during the Nagaur Fair of Rajasthan. Nagaur, a town in Rajasthan is
situated in between Bikaner and Jodhpur of Rajasthan, and is chiefly
significant for the rural charm and colorful life seen on the way.
In Nagaur Fair, owners of the animals from all over Rajasthan come
and camp around the outskirts of Nagaur, in the fair they buy and sell
animals.
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Who Conducts Nagaur Fair |
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The fair is
conducted by the Animal Husbandry Department and the Rajasthan Tourism
Department also takes part in it. Animal Husbandry Department controls
the trading of this huge cattle market where as many as 2,00,000
livestock are brought and sold by some 80,000 farmers coming from as
far as Punjab, Haryana.
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Who establish Nagaur Fair |
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Nagaur fair
is established by the jodhpur Dynasty king Mr. Umed Singh in honour of
Sh. Ramdeoji 56 years back and since then it has been held regularly.
Nagaur fair or Ramdeoji Cattle fair is the second largest cattle fair
in Rajasthan.
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When Nagaur Fair is Held |
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The Nagaur
Fair takes place in the month of January-February every year and lasts
for four days starting on Magh Shukla Saptmi The Nagaur Fair takes
place in attractive Rajput town - Nagaur, positioned between Jodhpur
and Bikaner. Every year about 70,000 bullocks, camels and horses are
bought and sold in this fair.The Jodhpur
Nagaur Fair is the second largest fair in India.
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Major Attractions of Nagaur Fair |
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The Nagaur
Fair draws attention of tourists very much. It attracts visitors from
all over the world, who come to see the trading of camels, cattle and
horses by their owners dressed in colourful and beautiful clothes.
The charming sight of people dressed in beautiful dresses and
participating locals and tourists in sports is very beautiful to see
and worth capturing with camera.
Nagaur
district is the land of fairs. They are not only a center to sale and
buy cattles but also show the true spirit of living life. The rural
people take on these fairs as big social events; thus take part in
these fairs very excitedly with great eagerness.
Besides
the cattle things that are of routine use even from needles to nails
are available in these events. Fairs witness strong social harmony and
are seen as the true expression of rural people of Rajasthan.
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History of Nagaur Fair in Rajasthan, India |
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In 1242 It
was bestowed upon Balban as his jagir. Sher Shah occupy Nagaur in 1542
A.D. Nagaur was a sarkar of Ajmer subah during Sur Empire and later in
Mughal Empire in India. Emperor Akbar construct the mosque here, and
there is a holy place of the disciple of Moinuddin Chishti of Ajmer.
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Breed Bargains at the Nagaur Fair in Rajasthan, India |
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The fair of
Rajasthan is well-known for trading in cows, bullocks, camels and
horses. People from hundreds of miles away come here to buy and sell
these. Serious bargaining is also there between owners and buyers, and
abundance of fun and festivity is also there. The camels are very
highly prized and their owners take particular care of them. The
bullocks of Nagaur are famous for their fitness and draws attention of
a large number of buyers. There are horse and camel races as well as
dancing and singing. Animals are not only lavishly decorated, but also
their owners exhibit wearing colourful turbans and long moustaches.
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Shopping and Recreation at the Nagaur Fair in Rajasthan, India |
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The main
attraction of the fair of Rajasthan is Mirchi Bazaar (Red Chilly
Market), which is a wonderful place to shop for wooden items, leather
accessories, local handicrafts, and ethnic jewelry. Even the hides of
animals are sold to the customers after cutting them into different
designs and shapes.
A variety of games are conducted during this four-day festival of
Rajasthan. Sports like, bullock races tug-of-war, cock fights and
camel races; jugglers; puppeteers, story-tellers; and exciting
campfire evenings takes place to entertain the tourists. As it nears
evening, folk singers and artists come down on the spot to entertain
the visitors and fascinate them with their lively performances.
Bonfires and gaily-ornamented camps add more color and enthusiasm,
which makes a visit to the Nagaur Fair an unforgettable experience.
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Location and Transport of the Nagaur Fair in Rajasthan, India |
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Nagaur is
situated 135 km from Jodhpur Airport and 85 km from Bikaner in
Rajasthan, India. Jodhpur lies near the geographic center of Rajasthan
state, which makes it a suitable base for travel in a region mostly
visited by tourists.
Nagaur by Rail
The Nearest Railway station to Nagaur is at Merta Road (62 km) or
Jodhpur Station is one more option. Jodhpur is on the Broad Gauge and
hence linked to all the metro cities of India. There are daily trains
from Jaipur, Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. Jodhpur has two railway
stations; City and Rai ka Bagh both are outside the walled city.
Nagaur by Road
Nagaur is 62 km away from Merta and 85 km from Bikaner. Merta is well
linked by Road with all chief cities and Rajasthan Roadways run very
comfortable deluxe & air conditioned buses from Delhi (Bikaner House,
Nr. India Gate) to Jodhpur and Bikaner of Rajasthan. The roads are
very good, and it takes around 8-9 hrs from Jodhpur of Rajasthan. You
can also come by taxi. The bus stand is right outside the Rai ka Bagh
Station.
Nagaur By Air
The Nearest airport to Nagaur is at Jodhpur (135 km). Jodhpur is well
linked to all the major cities which comprise Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta,
Jaipur and Udaipur of Rajasthan.
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Distance of important cities from Jodhpur of Rajasthan |
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Jaipur of
Rajasthan: 342 Kms
Jaisalmer of Rajasthan: 294 Kms
Mount Abu of Rajasthan: 260 Kms
Udaipur of Rajasthan: 274 Kms
Ajmer of Rajasthan: 203 Kms
Agra: 575 Kms
Bikaner of Rajasthan: 245 Kms
Delhi: 600 Kms
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Facts of the Nagaur Fair of Rajasthan in India |
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Time: Hindu
Month of Magh (Jan-Feb)
Venue: Nagaur, Jodhpur of Rajasthan
Significance: It is the second largest cattle fair of Rajasthan where
bullocks, camels and horses are traded.
Highlights: The biggest Mirchi (red chili) Bazaar (market) of India is
also conducted at the fair. Other attractions are tug-of-war, camel
races, bullock races, cockfights, etc.
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