The Nagaur fair is considered the second biggest fare in India and is popular as the cattle fare of Nagaur. This fair follows the tradition of trading animals such as bullocks, camels and horses. The Nagaur Fair is an annual cattle fair held in Nagaur, Rajasthan, India. It’s also known as the Shri Ramdeo Cattle Fair. The fair takes place every year between January and February. This event is organised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan and Animal Husbandry Department.
Dates and history
Date: 14th to 16th February, 2025
The Nagaur cattle fair in Rajasthan originated from the celebration to honor the Sufi saint Shri Ramdeoji. To know how this fair got started, King Umed Singh invited Shri Ramdeoji to Nagaur to demonstrate his powers. After acknowledging their power, people were surprised by the saint’s powers and asked him to stay in Nagaur. After this, the fair became an annual event to honor the saint. And now, in the current times, this festival is considered one of the largest cattle trading fairs in India.
Popularity and key Highlights
The animal owners from all over Rajasthan attend this event, especially to trade animals and participate in the competitions. Travelers and visitors from various regions come to attend this fare and explore the unique culture of animal trading.
- Animal trading:
This fair is popularly known for its trading of cattle, including camels, bullocks, horses, and cows. - Mirchi bazaar:
This fair also highlights the largest red-chilli market of India - Wooden items, leather accessories and iron crafts:
the local people of Nagaur also trade these types of product in this fair - Shearing sheep:
As this festival is dedicated to cattle, sheep are also sheared at the fair and it is one of the most important traditions of this festival. - Cattle competitions:
Commissions between cattle such as sheep race, horse rides, and many more are also one of the major highlight of this event - Moustache competition:
On the second day of the event, the moustache competition is held between the local residents of the village. - Nagada and Shehnai recital:
A Nagada and Shehnai recital is also held at the fair.
These competitions and activities can bring the feel of joy and fun in you and will enhance your interest in exploring the culture and rich tradition of Rajasthan. Tourists can also participate in the activity and competition held in this event. You can reach this destination by bus or train.
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