The Best Jaisalmer Activities in festivals Season
The festival season is upon us, and Jaisalmer, the ‘Golden City’, will be brimming with lights, food, shopping, and much more. The city’s vibrant culture, rich history, and beautiful tourist spots make it an enchanting destination. The air of festivity in Jaisalmer Desert Camp is beyond expression. The beauty of enjoying a safari ride or camel ride during festivals is unmatched. Here is a comprehensive guide to the best activities and events to enjoy in Jaisalmer during the festival season.
Best activities and events to enjoy in Jaisalmer during festival season
Take a desert safari at Jaisalmer desert camp
Book a Jaisalmer desert camp and take a jeep or camel safari to enjoy the beauty of the Thar desert. Witness the stunning dunes in Sam village. The camps also allow you to indulge in multiple activities like parasailing, quad biking, or enjoying a beautiful sunset. Moreover, during the festivals, witnessing the stunning folk music and dance at the camp is an incredible experience. End the day by watching the beautiful night sky full of stars.
Explore the living fort in Jaisalmer.
Jaisalmer Fort, or Sonar Qilla, or Golden Fort, is a must-visit during festival season. The fort is brimming with people, lights, and activities. Enjoy the beautiful view of the city from the fort perched on top of a hill. It is also a livable fort, and many people live here. Chat with the people, enjoy local street food, or visit the temples at festivals to start the day with positive vibes.
Enjoy local, delicious cuisines.
Jaisalmer is known for its delicious food. During festivals, the food is even more delicious, with every street having some stalls of chaats or sweets. Make sure to try authentic Rajasthani food here if you are new to the state or city. Must-try foods include daal-baati churma, chaat, lal maas, and gatte ki sabzi.
Enjoy traditional dance and music.
During all festivals, Jaisalmer lights up with traditional dance and music shows. Many events are happening in the city, or if you book a Jaisalmer desert camp, you will witness beautiful folk dances and music.
Enjoy a boat ride on Gadisar Lake.
Gadisar Lake, an artificial lake here, is beautiful during festivals. The place is brimming with crowds looking to enjoy some peace and stunning views. You can also enjoy a boat ride with your friends and family here.
Shop at the local markets.
During festivals, the markets are filled with handicraft items, jewelry, textiles, clothing, and more. One of the most visited markets in Jaisalmer is the Sadar Bazar. If you want to buy authentic Rajasthani items, this is the best one.
Attend fairs
During festivals, one or other fairs are organized in the city. You can attend local fairs like the Tanot Mata Fair. It is a mixture of food, swings, vibrant culture, devotee worshiping, and more. Many such fairs are happening during festivals, which is a must-do activity here.
Explore the light and sound show.
At many festivals, like the desert festival or Diwali, you can witness a special light and sound show. It is a visual delight, which is a must.
Get henna or mehendi.
In India, and especially Rajasthan, no festival is complete without putting on henna or mehendi. You will find henna artists everywhere doing beautiful artwork on your hands.
Note: Remember that the specific activities and their availability may vary depending on the festival. So, always plan your visit accordingly and check the festival schedule, events and activities in advance.
Oh! Do not forget about the desert festival
The desert festival doesn’t take place at festivals, but it is a festival you cannot miss. It takes place in February every year, commences at Jaisalmer Fort, and ends at Shahid Poonam Singh Stadium. In this event, you can:
- Enjoy local dancing in colorful costumes to their local folk music. The gair and fire dances are quite famous.
- Enjoy the multiple camel events where they are dressed in traditional attire and enter events like the best-dressed camel competition, camel race, and camel dance.
- Be part of unique competitions like turban tying and more.
- Enjoy delicious and authentic Rajasthani food like ker sangri, gatte ki sabzi, or dal-baati churma.
- Shop your heart out and get local handicrafts and more.
After being part of the festival, do visit Jaisalmer desert camp as February is one of the best months to visit the desert.
To conclude
Jaisalmer is a beautiful city, and during festivals, it lights up like a Roman candle. During every festival, you can enjoy the crowded markets brimming with people shopping. Or visit forts, havelis, shops for handicrafts, and more. Every part of the city is filled with excited crowds, and if you want to experience Jaisalmer Desert Camp, a festival is the perfect time. Moreover, you can visit Jaisalmer in February to witness the magical desert festival, an unforgettable experience.
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