Republic Day is celebrated on January 26th every year. On this day in 1950 the constitution of India came into effect and India became a Sovereign, Democratic and Republic state. A series of event is held in the Delhi and the state capitals to celebrate the occasion. A grand celebration is held at New Delhi wherein all the three arms of the Indian defense forces, army, navy and air force, take part in a parade which also includes a display of India’s military might and a variety of cultural performances.


The celebration ends with a colorful ceremony, The Beating Retreat, in front of the Presidents House a couple of days later

This five days fair held every year during the month of Jan-Feb, is popularly known as the Cattle fair and is the second largest in Rajasthan. Nagaur Town is the most picturesque of Rajput townships.


The Fair is renowned for the trading of cows, bullocks, oxen, camels and horses, which takes place here. Their owners are seen wearing colourful turbans and flaunting long moustaches. Exciting games, tug of war, camel races and strains of ballads create a joyful atmosphere. Wooden items, iron craft and leather accessories are available in abundance during the fair. Mirchi Bazaar (Red Chilly Market) is another attraction of the fair.

As the last rays of setting sun bid aide to the day, a joyous atmosphere is created by the folk musicians whose voices echo far & wide across the tranquil desert sands.