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  • Revel festive extravaganza @Ranbanka Palace, Jodhpur

    Published on January 8, 2014

    The magical land of Rajasthan is famous for its historical sites, rich culture and festivities. Traveling to the land of royalty can Ranbanka_Palacebe a lifetime experience for anyone. Colorful tours of the state presents a variety of forts, palaces, wildlife safaris, desert safaris in charming sand dunes and the mouth-watering Marwari cuisines.

    While every season and month has a charm of its own, the months of February and March offer an unparalleled cultural extravaganza. The dancing, singing, devotional music and the other community activities can completely enthrall the visitors to the land. The dazzling fairs and festivals in Rajasthan offer a chance to travelers to have a glimpse into the art, culture, customs and history of the state.

    All fairs and festivals of Rajasthan are celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm. Explore the colorful handicrafts of the state. One can buy handicrafts for your loved ones. See cultural dances and the impressive display of fireworks. Tour to Rajasthan during the fair or festival guarantees to provide delightful time. So, if you are planning to visit Rajasthan, try to come at such a time so as to experience the popular fairs and festivals here.

    Rajasthan has numerous fairs and festivals of the region. In addition to the festivals celebrated by the Hindus, Muslims and others, there are also the traditional fairs. As The annual Nagaur Cattle fair is the second largest animal fair in the country where more than 75,000 camels, bullocks, cows, oxen and horses are traded every year. Activities like tug-of-war, camel and bullock races, cockfights etc. are further enhanced by the enchanting folk music. An exclusive feature of the Nagaur Festival is the“mirchi bazaar” which is the largest Chili market in Asia.

    Prestigious historic sites of Ahhichatragarh Fort in Nagaur and Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur open their doors to a veritable musical journey of initiation offers an unforgettable experience. Lit by the sparkling incandescence of a thousand and one candles, magnificent choreographic and musical shows illustrate the very origin of spirituality. Traditional artists from Rajasthan, Egypt, Iran, Mongolia, China, Zanzibar and the Comoros Islands will present a soul-stirring affair in the World Sufi Festival.

    Royal City Jodhpur welcomes you to explore your passion for fairs and festivals. Indulge in the mystic cultural celebrations with a Royal stay at Ranbanka Palace-A Heritage Hotel and create some lavish moments for your lifetime. Revel in the spirit of winter in true royal style. A host of festivals awaits a visitor setting foot to this wonder state in the months of February-March. Apart from the regulars but in no way less in splendor like the Ranbanka Palace, Jodhpur is a must visit. Ranbanka is a magnificent sandstone building, built for Maharajadhiraj of Jodhpur, Sir Ajit Singh ji, the younger brother of Maharaja Umaid Singh. The hotel tastefully blends the lavish interiors and modern comforts. Present day facilities are harmonized so as not to disturb the antiquity of the royal abode.

    Ranbanka Hotel exudes an aura distinctly of its own – enhanced by its rich and varied collection of paintings, treasure troves and hunting trophies of yesteryears. Ranbanka Hotel holds the lingering echoes of a bygone era, like no other place.

    Get a whiff of how the erstwhile Rajput rulers rejuvenated their body, mind and soul as Ranbanka Palace gives you a chance to re-live the same glory. Soak in the splendor of ancient treatments like Abhyangam or Shirodhara. Immerse yourself in the throes of utter luxury and extravagance, in the supreme care of expert hands, only to come out totally satiated. Romantic settings, puppet shows, traditional music recitals and Kaalbelia dancers,signature spa therapies, romantic dinners at the many private terraces, Jodhana in-room shopping, tailor-made but reasonable RBJ mojaris,souvenir shops, on-premise tour operator, and much more mark the ideal antitheses to today’s fast paced life.

    Jodhpur is the land that speaks the enduring legacies of the past. Take a trip to explore the forlorn grandeur beautifying the landscape of India. Ranbanka Palace offers yet another reason to plan a vacation while you can also enjoy working with a twist from the daily routine to that easy feeling of freedom and celebration. When in Jodhpur, make sure you get to stay at Ranbanka Palace that makes the city even more appealing.

     

    Upcoming festivals in Rajasthan:

    1. Nagaur Fair(Ramdeoji Cattle Fair), Nagaur – 6-9 February
    2. Desert Festival, Jaisalmer- 12-14 February
    3. Sufi Festival, Jodhpur- 21-23 February
    4. Elephant Festival, Jaipur- 16 March
    5. Kailadevi Fair,Karauli- 28 March

     

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