Dates: It celebrates with the
festival of Holi that is based on Hindu
calendar
(28 Feb 2010, 19 March 2011...) Venue: Chaugan Stadium, Jaipur Timings: 4 pm onwards Entrance Fee: Free
Elephants have always been associated with
the Kings as a symbol of power and status.
Elephant festival is a very attractive and
popular festival of Jaipur Rajasthan. It is
now become the world famous festival of
elephants at Jaipur.
Elephant festival celebrates occasion on
Holi, in March months. Elephant’s festival
is a one day festival at PinkCity and it is
celebrated with a procession of elephants,
camel, horses.
This is main attraction point for tourist
because on this special evening following
traditions are celebrating Folk songs and
Rajasthan dances, polo match and elephants
catwalks. Most interesting tug of war
between elephants and men, The occasion
provides the ideal opportunity to see
elephants at their best. The 'Best Decorated
Elephant' contest is an added attraction of
this cultural extravaganza.
Before the end of the special festival, a
prize distribution ceremony awards the
winners of the various competitions.
However, the most special prize goes to the
elephant which attracts maximum appreciation
for its appearance.
