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Marwar
festivals
Jodhpur the capital of Marwar state founded by Rao-Jodha,
the chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs is one of the
spectacular princely states of Rajasthan. Famous for
its magnificent Mehrangarh Fort it is city with an array
of ancient legends and stories of great valor. Marwar
Festival, Jodhpur is a cultural festival of Jodhpur
exhibiting the dances and songs of the Desert state.
In the arid land of Marwar, art and culture flourished
patronized by the erstwhile rulers. Bright colors and
flashy hues of the festivities broke monotony of the
desert hue and harsh weather. To add colors to the life
of the people art and culture took its roots in the
Maand festival of Jodhpur. Maand Festival also known
as the Marwar festival is an annual festival of the
region.
Held in the month of October it attracts tourists during
the full moon of the Autumnal month. Originally known
as the ‘Maand Festival' it displayed the romantic
lifestyle of the rulers through classical folk songs
and dances. The magnificent Mehrangarh fort and the
majestic Umaid Bhawan Palace are ideal places where
this colorful festival is held for 2 days. The Marwar
festival that embodies the classic folklores of the
region is performed with great zest and gusto by the
performers staging the myths and legends of the area
replete with acts of bravery and valor. Horse riding
and polo are other attractions of the festival.
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