Rajasthan festivals in April.

2 festivals this month — dates, locations, and travel tips.

Guru Shikhar Fair

Mount Abu

Fair at the Dattatreya Temple atop Guru Shikhar, the highest peak of the Aravalli range, with devotees trekking up for blessings and panoramic views.

April (Vaishakh Purnima)

Grand fair organized at Pandupol Hanuman Temple within Sariska Tiger Reserve celebrating the birth of Lord Hanuman. Draws pilgrims and locals for rituals, prayers, and festive gatherings at the 5,000-year-old shrine.

March–April (lunar calendar)

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