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Nagaur Fair - A Cattle Fair in Rajasthan
Nagaur Fair - World's Largest Cattle Fair in Rajasthan
About Nagaur City
Nagaur Town is one of the most picturesque of Rajput townships. Cordoned in by massive ramparts, royal apartments, palatial houses and temples, it has to be entered through towering gates.
Nagaur Fair - Second largest Cattle fair in Rajasthan
There are lots of attractions that charm tourists from the world over in Rajasthan, Nagaur Cattle fair is one of them.
This eight days fair held every year during the month of Feb. This is the second largest Cattle fair in Rajasthan.
This Fair is renowned for the trading of cows, bullocks, oxen, camels and horses, which takes place here. Their owners are seen wearing colourful turbans and flaunting long moustaches. Wooden items, iron craft and leather accessories are available in abundance during the fair.
Various activities during Nagaur festival
Various games are organized during this festival. Tug-of-War, camel races, cock & bullfights provide entertainment to the tourists and locals after a hectic day of trading.
As the last rays of setting sun bid aide to the day, a joyous atmosphere is created by the folk musicians whose voices echo far & wide across the tranquil desert sands.
Other Attractions in Nagaur
Also worth a Nagaur visit is the Tarkin-ka-Dargah which attracts devotees of all faith.
Mirchi Bazaar (Red Chilly Market) is the main attraction and wooden items, iron crafts and leather accessories are available in abundance during the fair.
How to reach Nagaur
Nagaur is well connected to the major cities by road and rail. Nearest airport is Jodhpur, some 135kms away.
