Brief Description
• Time of Year: March/April (Spring).
• Highlights: Processions of Goddess Gauri, folk dances, local fairs.
Dedicated to Goddess Parvati, Gangaur Festival celebrates love and marital happiness. Women dress in traditional attire and participate in vibrant processions.
• Location: City Palace, Jal Mahal, Old City.
Detailed Description
The Gangaur Festival honors Goddess Gauri, a symbol of purity and marital bliss. Women pray for a happy married life or a suitable match. The festival features elaborate processions with idols of Gauri and Lord Shiva, folk dances, and traditional music. It is especially grand in Jaipur, with locals and tourists joining the celebrations.
Fun Fact
Unmarried women also participate, praying for a good husband.
Did You Know?
The word "Gangaur" is derived from "Gana" (Lord Shiva) and "Gaur" (Goddess Parvati).