Princess, Udaipur
Gangaur is a festival of women celebrated especially in Rajasthan. It is a time for them to dress up in their best clothes and participate in the festival dedicated to the divine couple of Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri. A vow is observed by married women for marital bliss and young girls for ideal husband. Women make clay idols of Lord Isar (Shiva) and Goddess Gauri (Parvati) and worship for 18 days. They sing bhajans or devotional songs as part of Gangaur Puja. During Gangaur festival many fairs or Jatra are celebrated in Jaipur, Udaipur, and many other towns in Rajasthan.
Mewar festival is a fair organized in Udaipur during Gangaur festival. The festival marks the beginning of spring season in the state. Gauri and Isar idols are taken out for a ceremonial procession through different parts of the city. Women carry the idols on their heads and place them on the boats of Pichola lake at Gangaur Ghat at the end. Once the religious part of the festival is over, it is time for cultural events where the rajasthani culture is portrayed through songs, dances and other festivities.
Idol, Udaipur
Gangaur is a festival of women celebrated especially in Rajasthan. It is a time for them to dress up in their best clothes and participate in the festival dedicated to the divine couple of Lord Shiva and Goddess Gauri. A vow is observed by married women for marital bliss and young girls for ideal husband. Women make clay idols of Lord Isar (Shiva) and Goddess Gauri (Parvati) and worship for 18 days. They sing bhajans or devotional songs as part of Gangaur Puja. During Gangaur festival many fairs or Jatra are celebrated in Jaipur, Udaipur, and many other towns in Rajasthan.
Mewar festival is a fair organized in Udaipur during Gangaur festival. The festival marks the beginning of spring season in the state. Gauri and Isar idols are taken out for a ceremonial procession through different parts of the city. Women carry the idols on their heads and place them on the boats of Pichola lake at Gangaur Ghat at the end. Once the religious part of the festival is over, it is time for cultural events where the rajasthani culture is portrayed through songs, dances and other festivities.
Eye, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Flag, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Parade, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Petals, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Eye, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Ride, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Beauty contest, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Elephant festival, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Tenderness, Holi
Govind Dev Ji temple, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Indian festivals are a source of celebration and joy. Celebrating the advent of spring, Holi succeeds in breaking across all barriers of class and wealth. You can see everyone enjoying and celebrating life without any inhibition. Men and women, young and old, rich and poor, all are touched by the spirit of this festival.
Trunks, Jaipur
The Elephant Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Jaipur and takes place at the famous Chaugan stadium in march. It begins with a beautiful procession of bedecked elephants, camels, horses and folk dancers. The mahouts proudly embellish their elephants with vibrant colors, jhools (saddle cloth) and heavy jewellery. It is quite a treat to see female elephants wearing anklets, which tinkle as they walk. One can see people sprinkling ‘gulaal’ (colored powder) perched on top of the elephant. The most beautifully decorated elephant is awarded. Elephant polo, elephant race, the tug-of-war between elephant and 19 men and women are the featured events of the festival. Before the end, a prize distribution ceremony awards the winners of the various competitions. However, the most special prize goes to the elephant which attracts maximum appreciation for its appearance.
Sunika, Jaisalmer
Sunika is a little girl who tries to survive like many other homeless kids in India.
Everyday, very early in the morning she starts to collect plastic bottles for a few rupees…
Chapatis, Countryside
Rekha is preparing chapatis in her traditional kitchen, Jodhpur countryside, Rajasthan.
Radha & Krishna, Holi
Holi festival is associated with the immortal love of Radha and Krishna.
Apart from the usual fun with colored powder and water, Holi is marked by vibrant processions which are accompanied by folk songs, dances and a general sense of abandoned vitality.
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