Summer Festival, Mount Abu
Hill Station of the Rajasthan in a festive mood with the Summer Festival,
held every year in the month of June. The steep rocks, tranquil lakes, picturesque
locations and the pleasant climate of Mount Abu make it an ideal location for
the festival. The three-day festival is a feast of folk and classical music and
a window to the tribal life and culture of Rajasthan.
The festival begins
with the singing of a ballad which is followed by folk dances which enthral the
spectators. Sporting events such as the boat race on the Nakki lake add variety
to the festival.
The Sham-e-Qawwali is a much-awaited musical extravaganza,
as renowned qawwals from all over the country can be heard regaling the audience.
The grand finale of the festival is a display of dazzling fireworks which adds
to the tourist's delight.
Udaipur (185 kms.) is the nearest airport.
Abu Road (29 kms.) is the nearest railway station. Taxis and buses are available
from both the airport and the railway station. There is also a good network of
bus services connecting Mount Abu to important places like Ahmedabad, Udaipur,
Jodhpur, Jaipur etc.
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