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Place
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Tithi
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Next
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MOUNT
ABU
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Fixed
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- 3 June 2002
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- 3 June 2003
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Mt. Abu is a major pilgrim center located in south-west of
Rajasthan. This picturesque hill station stirs to life during
three day Summer Festival. The festival begins with an enthralling
ballad, followed by folk dances of Rajasthan like Gair, Ghoomar
and Dhap.
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Cool Experience
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Mystic Singing
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The evening is enlivened by a Sham-e-
Qualwali. Qualwals or high pitch singers from all over the
state come to perform here and captivate the audience with
their vocal skills.
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Other gripping events include a boat race on the Nakki Lake
and roller skating race. The grand finale of the festival
is a display of dazzling fireworks. Refresh yourself in the
tranquil surroundings of Nakki Lake.
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The Rowing
Competition
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It
is believed that the Gods formed the lake-bed by digging it
with their fingernails - 'nakh' - hence the name nakki lake.
Other places worth visit, include : Dilwara, Jain Temples, Adhar
Devi Temple, Gaumukh Temple, Sunset Point and Honeymoon Point. |
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