Guest guest Posted March 15, 2006 Report Share Posted March 15, 2006 http://www.newkerala.com/news2.php?action=fullnews & id=25578 When the elephants set the tune of Holi festival in Jaipur ! By Lokendra Singh, Jaipur: Hundreds of tourists, who thronged Jaipur city on Tuesday, were entertained to a visual treat as they got an opportunity to witness magnificently painted elephants on the eve of Holi. The elephant festival, which is an annual feature, is organised during " Phagun " (February/March) month as per Hindu calendar. Celebrated by as one of the most fascinating and favourite festival by the State tourism department for giving a first hand experience of the pachyderms. Held ahead of the festival of colours, the procession is marked by traditional dance and songs with men and women dressed in traditional costumes. " It's very exciting. All this culture, music, elephant are beautifully coloured and painted. We just love it, " said Jennifer, a foreign tourist. The elephant show felt so fantabulous that it won everyone's heart. At least forty-one elephants attracted everyone with their majestic march. The elephant, leading the group, was specially decorated with a five-colour flag " Fathe Nishan " (Emblem of Supremacy), followed by two elephants carrying musicians who played wind instruments. The event finally concluded with a brilliant display of fireworks. Rajasthan, is a major tourist attraction owing to its rich heritage. Lavish palaces, lakes and traditional music and dance draw a large number of tourists to the desert State. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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