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FESTIVALS · RAJASTHAN · DECEMBER

Rajasthan festivals in December.

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

Kumbhalgarh Festival

Kumbhalgarh

Three-day cultural festival held at Kumbhalgarh Fort organized by Rajasthan Tourism Department. Features folk music and dance (Sufi, Kalbelia, Bhavai, Chari, Ghoomar), sound-and-light show narrating fort history, traditional Rajasthani handicrafts markets (haats), and celebrations of Maharana Kumbha's legacy.

December 1–3

Osian Camel Safari Festival

Osian

Desert festival at the ancient Jain and Hindu temple town of Osian with camel safaris to sand dunes, temple tours, and folk music under the stars.

December (varies)

Winter Festival Mount Abu

Mount Abu

Rajasthan's only hill station hosts a winter carnival with folk dances, boat races on Nakki Lake, fireworks, and cultural performances by tribal artists.

December 29-31

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