Desert Festival Jaisalmer: Delve in the Deep Desert in Jaisalmer Trip


Jaisalmer desert festival is an annual event that takes place in the month of February in the beautiful desert city of India - Jaisalmer. It is one of the most awaited cultural events in Rajasthan which draws the attention of tourists from all across the globe. One of the most sorted ways of witnessing the wealth of the great Thar Desert in Rajasthan is to pay a visit for once in a lifetime in Jaisalmer desert to attend the Jaisalmer desert festival. With the arrival of this event, the entire Golden City of Rajasthan lit up with a unique charm when the desert stretch gets lively with many cultural events that take place during the festival.

The festival offers an opportunity to get an amazing experience of Rajasthani musical performances, exciting competitions, beauty pageants, and indulge in decadent local favorites which showcases an exclusive collection of handicrafts and textiles that are hard to find anywhere in the world. You can expect a unique enthusiasm among the locals who greet you with warm gestures in a Rajasthani style which is widely appreciated for its hospitality.

When and where does the festival take place?

The Desert Festival boosts up the Jaisalmer tourism on a larger scale. The festival takes place near the Sam sand dunes of Jaisalmer which lasts for at least three days in the month of February every year. This year the festival is expected to be held from 7th to 9th February 2020.
Highlights of Desert Festival:

To seek the traditional colors of Rajasthan, Jaisalmer desert festival puts on a grand show for tourists from all over the world. Here are some of the most amazing things that you can enjoy in the festival:

  • There are many amazing things that take place like jugglery performances, different dance forms of India like Gair or Kalbeliya which adds a unique glamour to the festival.
  • You can also enjoy camel races or get on a trail of desert Safari Jaisalmer.
  • A unique contest like turban tying contest, the largest mustache contest, and also a homecoming of Mr desert pageant, take place during the event.
  • For adventure, lovers can get on a camel ride Polo Matches and Jeep Safari rides to uncover the charm of the desert.
  • The starlit night sky offers the perfect canvas to paint your dreams of camping in one of the finest tents in Jaisalmer.
  • Shop for some home decor artifacts or an exquisite piece of traditional attires that are quintessential to appreciate the interesting work of local craftsmen.

Getting around in Jaisalmer –

By road - the city is easily accessible for those who are willing to enjoy a few hour drives from major destinations of Rajasthan that include Jodhpur, Jaipur, Udaipur, and Bikaner.
By train - the city also has its very own Railway Station there trains ply to and from the nearest destinations of the city like Jaipur Udaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, etc.
By air - the nearest airport to Jaisalmer is located in Jodhpur which is easily connected with other major destinations of India. From Jodhpur, you can travel through cabs or taxis.
This is all about the Desert Festival which is going to be held in the City in the month of February. For getting and the most wonderful desert experience, you can better stay in the City by booking the best Jaisalmer tents with our fully- equipped with the most needful services and amenities that ensure your comfortable stay over the dunes under the starlit. So if you are willing to get an outstanding experience in India then this is just the way to discover the desert charm.