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‘Shayad Ab bhi Zinda hu’ – A book by Udaipurite Kavish Tandon

Kavish Tandon has done his engineering from CTAE College and his MBA from Symbiosis, Pune. Somewhere amidst all this, he had a passion for writing which lead him towards writing his first book ‘Shayad Ab bhi Zinda hu’.

The book includes a collection of Poetry and Ghazals. Kavish has tried not to bind himself with a specific expression but wrote poems on varied topics based on instances that touched his life deeply. He has written the book in 7 milestones of life that influenced his writings. Ghutne chalti tukbandiiyaan, bade hoke kya banoge, college ke din, aur pyaar ho gya, daur ghazalon ka, gahr se door, ab theharna chahta hun and mazilein parayi haein to name them.

Though it’s a book of poetry, while you move along these milestones, it reveals a story which relates to your own story in many instances. The cover and the sketches with each poem makes it so real and lively that it clearly reflects what the poem has to say. They are all designed by Dr. Richa Sharma Tandon, wife of Kavish, who is a doctorate in Extension in Communication.

The book is available on Amazon on the following link:

https://amzn.to/2Cbf0G2

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Maharana Pratap Airport Creates Record of 333 flights in Last Three Days

The pre-wedding ceremony of Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal has become the talk of the town and it has created its impact on Udaipur airport as well when it creates the record of 333 flights in last three days. Not just that, there were many international chartered planes that landed directly to Udaipur airport.

The guest list of Ambani-Piramal pre-wedding ceremony involved many Bollywood celebrities, businessmen, and national and international politicians. Moreover, it included Hillary Clinton, former first lady of America, as well. Since all the guests will return today, similar air traffic can be expected today as well.

Here’s the statistics of air traffic on last three days –

7th December 2018

Arrival – 54

Departure – 52

8th December 2018

Arrival – 71

Departure – 70

9th December 2018
Arrival – 44

Departure – 42

 

Whereas on the other hand, Mumbai airport has made a record of 1007 flights on Saturday.

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Source: Rajasthan Patrika

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Udaipur Light Festival 2018 – Relive the memories (Photos)

Udaipur Light Festival was a massive hit! No, we don’t say it- THE PICTURES SAY IT!

A picture is worth a thousand words, so cutting short, here is a gallery of pictures for you from Udaipur Light Festival 2018.

Spot yourself, save and repost your pictures on your Instagram tagging us! We would be glad to see your love!

 

Special Thanks to Team Star Photoworks for the amazing pictures!

Pictures curated by Dimpy Chundawat

See you next year!

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Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s Pre-Wedding Updates and Guest List

Everyone in Udaipur has been going Gaga over the much-hyped Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal’s pre-wedding function. And there’s no reason why they shouldn’t.

Udaipur has witnessed multiple grand wedding functions but this one has its own charm. Countless celebrities have been arriving in Udaipur since yesterday. Are you also curious about the who’s who of the Ambani Pre-wedding function?

Source: Business Today

Here’s the list of people who have arrived in the city of Lakes –

Anil Kapoor and wife Sunita Kapoor, Newlywed Ranveer Singh with wife Deepika Padukone, David Dhawan, and wife Karuna Dhawan, Director and Producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra and wife Anupama Chopra, John Abrahim, American politician – Hillary Clinton, Shivsena President – Uddhav Thackeray with wife Rashmi Thackeray and son Aditya Thackeray, Bollywood singer – Arijit Singh, etc. Some International Personalities also arrived such as CEO of Apple – Tim Cook and Vice Chairman of Samsung – Lee Jae-Yong.

Picture by: Manav Manglani

Celebrities expected to come in upcoming days

Indian politician and Businessman – Praful Patel, Musician – AR Rehman, Director – Karan Johar, Priyanka Chopra, Amitabh Bachchan with family, Vedanta’s chairman – Anil Agrawal, Hollywood singer – Taylor Swift and Beyonce, Bollywood actor – Akshay Kumar, American Politician – John Kerry, etc.

Although there is no strong evidence, Ambani family has very good relations with the following celebrities and they can be expected in the function as well –

Salman Khan, Shahrukh Khan and family, Jhanvi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vidhya Balan with her husband Siddharth Roy Kapoor, Sachin Tendulkar, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, etc.

All about the Pre-wedding ceremonies

  • Meal for orphans – The Ambani family has tied up with NGOs to make sure that during this 3-day ceremony, no family in Udaipur sleeps without food. Additionally, around 5100 physically impaired people of Narayan Seva Sansthan were presented with a full packed feast. Apart from that, Sweets, cakes, dry fruits, fruits, and flavored milk packets are being provided in some government schools as a part of their Mid-day meal programme.

Source: Dainik Bhaskar

  • Celebrations will begin from today – Pre-wedding celebrations of the couple will begin with the Maha aarti of Lord Shreenath. Rajasthani Art and Culture Exhibition will be conducted in the lawns of Udaivilas. The Sangeet ceremony will be conducted at the Udaivilas where a 35 feet high statue of Shrinathji has been setup for the Sandhya Maha Aarti.

Picture by: Stanley joseph belly

  • Entire City Palace of Udaipur has been dolled up where the preparations of the functions are going on.

What changes are seen in Udaipur during the celebration?

  • All the renowned hotels of the city have been jam-packed creating a bit of inconvenience to the tourists of Udaipur.
  • More than 200 chartered planes will land at Udaipur airport where 30-50 private charters will land daily making it the busiest this season. The traffic is not just expected at the airport but on the roads as well where several luxury cars such as Porche, Jaguar, Audi, BMW, Mercedes Benz, etc. can be witnessed.
  • Not just that but Vistara that does not have flights to Udaipur will operate a few flights in the city. Vistara tweets ‘#Udaipur! Vistara is operating special flights between Delhi, Udaipur, and Mumbai on 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th December’.
  • Many additional Jio towers are placed in the city which seems to be intended for the pre-wedding celebrations.

If you have come across any more such changes write it down in the comment section below or if you have something to share with us, write to me at juhee@udaipurblog.com.

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Mewar Pink Run 2018 Marathon in Udaipur to Raise Awareness about Cancer

The Mewar Pink Run 2018 Marathon is a health awareness social event organized by Mewar Innovations Services Private Limited. The aim of the marathon is to fight against breast cancer. It will be organized on 23rd December 2018 at Fatehsagar. The running categories in the marathon are as follows –

 

 

  1. 21 km Mewar royals Half Marathon (Competitive) – 750/-
  2. 11 KM Heritage Run (Competitive) – 500/-
  3. 5 KM Lakecity Run (Competitive) – 250/-
  4. 3 km Smart and Healthy student’s run (senior school and college students) – 100/-
  5. 3 km senior citizen’s run (55 yrs onwards) – FREE
  6. 1 km kid’s fun run (up to 10 yrs) – FREE

The marathon is an effort to kick Breast cancer and raise awareness about the same. It will encourage people to run in order to keep themselves fit and healthy.

Winners of the marathon will get trophies and cash prices.

For registrations, click here. (Last date of the registrations is 15th December 2018).

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‘Forum Just Dance’ by Forum Celebration Mall for All the Dance Enthusiasts

Celebration Mall has been an integral part of the lifestyle of the citizens of Udaipur. Apart from shopping, people have always been looking forward to the mall for different activities and competitions. The mall has given platforms and opportunities to all the budding talents of the city to not just achieve growth but also to showcase their skills in the entire city. These activities, engage and entertain the citizens and also help them explore their inner talents.

After Colorama 2018, which achieved a magnanimous success amongst young artists of the city with more than 500 participants, Forum Celebration Mall is going to conduct the first edition of ‘Forum Just Dance’. It is an outstanding opportunity for all the dance enthusiasts out there.

Forum Just Dance

Dance is a language in which a body expresses itself. It doesn’t just nurtures our physical self but gives a boost to our mental health as well.

Forum Just Dance will give you another reason to tap your feet on your favorite tracks. What makes it more interesting is that this dance competition is open to all kinds of dance forms so you don’t have to worry if you flaunt that classical dance or groove your feet on the hip-hop style.

It is divided into two major categories – Solo dance and Group dance. Furthermore, there will be two age groups in the Solo dance category. So, the candidate needs to register while keeping both of them in mind. The details of these categories are as follows:

Solo Dance

Age Group (Junior) – 10 to 15 Years

Age Group (Senior) – 16 years & above

 

Group Dance

Maximum 8 persons per group

The dance competition will be led by an audition which will be conducted on 22nd December 2018, 11:00 AM onwards. In the auditions, 10 participants will be selected from each category who will get a chance to perform in the Grand finale which will be conducted on 5th Jan 2019, 5:00 PM onwards at Forum Celebration Mall. Top three winners in each category will be awarded ‘Just Dance’ trophies and exciting gift vouchers.

It’s time to brace yourself for the most happening dance festival of the city!

For Free Registrations, Click here!

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Liquor Ban for Two Days in Udaipur

A ban on sale and consumption has been imposed in the entire state of Rajasthan which will be in force for two days. The apparent reason for the liquor ban is the Assembly election 2018 which will be held on 7th December 2018 from 8 am to 5 pm in the state for 199 assembly seats. The election results will be declared on December 11.

Source: ABC

After all the political parties and leaders gave in all to persuade the voters which included road shows, campaigns, rallies, and conferences, the election campaigning in the state has come to a halt completely on Wednesday at 5 pm.

A report says that the Deputy Commissioner has declared dry days in Rajasthan beginning from 5 pm on December 5 to 5 pm on December 7 under Section 144 of the CrPC. Furthermore, the ban would be imposed on the day of vote counting as well.

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History and Culture

प्राचीन उदयपुर का शासन प्रबंध

उदयपुर का इतिहास व्यापक है| इसके कुछ पहलू अब तक अन-छुए हैं|  इनमें से एक पहलू ऐसा है जिनके बारे में शायद हम सब ने कभी ना कभी ज़रूर सोचा होगा कि प्राचीन समय में उदयपुर व राजा के महल में शासन प्रबंध किस प्रकार रहा होगा| किस प्रकार उदयपुर के कारखाने व न्यायालय कार्य किया करते होंगे| इसका कुछ हाल महामहोपाध्याय कवि राज श्यामल दास द्वारा रचित मेवाड़ के इतिहास की प्रसिद्ध किताब “वीर विनोद” में मिल जाता है| वह हाल कुछ इस प्रकार है-

“कपड़े का भंडार–  कुल राज्य में जितना कपड़ा खर्च होता है वह सब इस कारखाने में से ख़रीद कर जमा होता है| कपड़े के मामूली खर्च के सिवा अगर विशेष खर्च हो तो यह अधिकारी के हुक्म से होता है

कपड़े द्वाराइस कारखाने में खास महाराणा साहिब के धारण करने के वस्त्र रहते हैं|

रोकड़ का भंडार–  यह राज्य का मामूली ख़ज़ाना है| कुल राज्य में रोकड़ का खर्च यहां से होता है|

हुक्म खर्च-  यह कारखाना खास महाराणा साहिब के जेब खर्च का है| प्रतिदिन जो खर्च महाराणा साहिब के ज़बानी हुक्म होता है, उसके हिसाब पर दूसरे दिन खुद महाराणा साहब अपनी मुहर कर देते हैं|

पांडे की ओरी–  (“ओरी” हमारे यहां मेवाड़ी में छोटे कमरे को कहा जाता है|) इस कारखाने में पहले तो बहुत ही प्राचीन चीजें रहती थी लेकिन उसके हिसाब किताब और जमा खर्च में गड़बड़ देखकर महाराणा शंभू सिंह जी ने कुल ख़ज़ाने की मौजूदा चीजों को मुलाहज़ा फरमाने  के बाद जो चीज जिस कारखाने के लायक पाई गई उसको वहां पहुंचा दी और जो चीजें नीलामी वह बख़्शीश लायक थी, उन्हें बख़्शीश दे दी गई| महाराणा साहिब के पहने हुए जेवर और तस्वीरें भी इस कारखाने में रहती है|

सेज की ओरी इस कारखाने में महाराणा साहिब के खास आराम करने के पलंग वगैरह की तैयारी रहती है|

रसोड़ाइस कारखाने में सभी राजसी जन के लिए भोजन तैयार होता है|  पुराने समय में वही पर भोजन किया जाता था| जिसका रिवाज़ इस तरह था की राणा साहब अपने चौकी पर विराजमान होकर  भोजन करते थे| रिवाज़ तो बना लेकिन उसके बाद किसी कारण से उस कारखाने में भोजन करना बंद हो गया| वर्तमान समय में महाराणा अपनी इच्छा अनुसार पासवानों को अपने सम्मुख पंक्तियों पर बिठा कर भोजन करने की आज्ञा देते हैं|

पनेराइस कारखाने में महाराणा साहिब के पीने का जल, खुश्क, और तर मेवा, नाथद्वारा व एकलिंगेश्वरजी वगैरह देवस्थानों का महाप्रसाद और दवाखाना वगैरह रहता है|  

सिलहखाना– इस कारखाने में तलवार, बर्छी और तीर- कमान वगैरह कई प्रकार के शस्त्र रहते है, जिनमे खड्ग भी है। इसके अतिरिक्त, वह तलवार भी है जो बेचरामाता ने शार्दूलगढ़ के राव जशकरन डोडिया को और उन्होंने महाराणा लक्ष्मणसिंह को दी थी। इस तलवार को बाँध कर महाराणा हमीर सिंह ने किला चित्तौडग़ढ़ मुसलमानों से वापिस लिया और इसी तलवार से महाराणा प्रताप अव्वल ने अकबर बादशाह के साथ कई लड़ाइयां लड़ी। उपरोक्त शस्त्रों के अलावा कई प्रकार की ढाले, तोप, कवच वगैरह भी है।

बंदूकों का कारखाना– इस कारखाने में कई प्रकार की तोड़दार बंदूक और जुजावले रहती है, इनके अलावा नए फैशन की कई तरह की टोपीदार व कारतूसी बंदूके और पिस्तौलें वर्तमान महाराणा साहिब (महाराणा सज्जन सिंह जी) ने इकट्ठी करी है। पहले यह कारखाना बाबा चंद्र सिंह के निगरानी में था और अब प्रताप सिंह की संभाल में है।

छुरी कटारी की ओरी– इस कारखाने में कई प्रकार की छुरी व कटारियां रहती है।

देवस्थान की कचहरी–  इस कारखाने में कई छोटे-मोटे देव-स्थानों के जमाखर्ची का प्रबंध है, जिनके पुजारियों के लिए कुछ ब्न्धात नियत कर दिया गया है, जो कुछ उनको इस कचहरी के द्वारा मिलता रहता है। जो कुछ बचत जिस मंदिर की आमदनी से होती है वह उसी मंदिर की समझी जाती है।  केवल निगरानी मात्र राज्य की ओर से मालिकाना तौर पर रहती है। यह कचहरी महाराणा स्वरूपसिंह जी के समय से जारी है।

Shambhuniwas [Shambhu Niwas] Palace, Udaipur
Shambhuniwas [Shambhu Niwas] Palace, Udaipur
शंभूनिवास– महाराणा शम्भुसिंह जी ने शंभूनिवास नामी अंग्रेजी तर्ज़ का एक महल बनवा कर उसकी तैयारी व रौशनी वगैरह का सामान तथा बहुत सी किस्म की प्राचीन चीज़ें इसी महल के दरोगाह रत्नलाल के सुपुर्द कर दी थी, जिससे यह एक बहुत बड़ा कारखाना बन गया।

जनानी ड्योढ़ी –  यह कोई कारखाना नहीं है, बल्कि एक अलग ही सरकार है। सैंकड़ो औरत व मर्द इस ड्योढ़ी से परवरिश पाते है। ड्योढ़ी का कुल काम महता लालचंद व प्यारचंद की निगरानी से होता है और इनके त्तहत में महारानियो के कामदार, मौसल, और दास, दासिया वगैरह सैंकड़ो मनुष्य है|

Elephant fight, Odeypur
Elephant fight, Odeypur

फ़िलख़ानाह– इस कारखाने के निगरान पहले बाबा चन्द्रसिंह हुए, बाद में महाराणा स्वरुपसिंह जी ने इसकी बागडोर ढीकडियां राधाकृष्ण के हाथों सौंप दी जो उनके बाद उनके बेटो ने बखूबी संभाली। इस कारखाने मैं पैंतीस से लेकर पचास हाथी रहते है।    

Stables in the palace, Udaipur
Stables in the palace, Udaipur

घुड़शाला– इस कारखाने में ख़ास महाराणा साहिब की सवारी के और सभ्यजनों के घोड़े तथा बग्घियों के घोड़े-घोड़िया रहती है।

फर्राशखानह– इस कारखाने मे राज्य के कुल डेरे, सरायचे, कनाते, परदे, फर्श वगैरह व महलो का सामान रहता है।

छापाखानह– यह कारखाना बैकुण्ठवासी महाराणा सज्जनसिंह जी ने कायम किया था। इसमें “सज्जन कीर्ति सुधारक” नामक अखबार, अदालतों के इश्तिहार, समन वगैरह कागज़ात छपते है। आपको बता दे की यह किताब (वीर विनोद) भी इसी कारखाने में छपी है।

पुस्तकालय– इस राज्य में दो मुख्य पुस्तकालय है, एक नवीन पुस्तकालय जिसका नाम “श्री सज्जनवाणी विलास” है, जिसका महाराणा सज्जनसिंह साहिब ने निर्माण किया है और दूसरी प्राचीन “सरस्वती भण्डार” के नाम से प्रसिद्ध है। इनके अलावा मदरसे व विक्टोरिया हॉल का पुस्तकालय अलग है।

ऊँटो का कारखाना– रियासत में ऊँटो के दो कारखाने है। एक ढिकड़िया नाथूलाल के त्तहत में है जिसमे नौकर ऊंट और हज़ार-बारह सौ सरकारी ऊंट है। और दूसरा मेरे (कविराज श्यामलदास) त्तहत है जिसमे 40 ऊंट और 10 घोड़ियां है। यह चौकी के उन पचास सरदारों की सवारी के लिए है जो मेरे त्तहत में है। इन सरदारों की नौकरी ख़ास महाराणा साहिब के हुक्म से ली जाती है।

The Victoria Hall, Udaipur
The Victoria Hall, Udaipur

विक्टोरिया हॉल– यह कारखाना महाराणा साहिब ने अपनी क़द्रदानी और महारानी क्वीन विक्टोरिया की यादगार ज्युबिली के निमित्त सज्जन निवास बाग में एक बहुत अच्छा महल बनवा कर कायम किया है। इसमें दो और भाग है- एक संग्रहालय और दूसरा पुस्तकालय।

टकशाल– पहले राज्य में दो टकशाले थी- एक चित्तौड़ में और दूसरी उदयपुर में। फिरहाल उदयपुर की टकशाला ही जारी है जिसमे स्वरूपशाही अशर्फिया और स्वरूपशाही, उदयपुरी और चांदोड़ी रुपया बनता है।

जंगी फ़ौज– यह क़वायदी फ़ौज है। इसकी बुनियाद महाराणा शम्भुसिंह जी के समय पड़ी थी।  लेकिन महाराणा सज्जनसिंह जी ने इसको बढ़ा कर और भी दुरुस्त कर दिया। इसमें क़वायदी पल्टने, रिसालह, तोपखाना, और बैंड-बाजा वगैरह शामिल है।

मुल्की फ़ौज– इस फ़ौज से मुल्क़ी पुलिस का काम लिया जाता है।  

 

महकमे ख़ास के सभी कारखानों का बयान तो हम ऊपर लिख चुके है, अब दूसरा भाग अदालती रहा। उसका वर्णन कुछ इस प्रकार है-

महद्राज सभा– इसे मेवाड़ की “रॉयल कॉउन्सिल” समझाना चाहिए। दो बैठके मिलकर फैसलानामा बनाती है जो महाराणा साहिब के सामने पेश किया जाता है फिर उनकी मंजूरी के अनुसार ही फैसले जारी किये जाते है।

महकमह स्टाम्प व रजिस्ट्री– इसमें स्टाम्प छप कर जारी होते है। मकानात व ज़मीन जायदाद की खरीद फरोख्त के विषय में रजिस्ट्री की कार्रवाई भी यही होती है।”

गौरतलब है की पुरातन शासन प्रबंध आज के उदयपुर का आधार है। शान्ति और एकता हमेशा से ही यहाँ बसी है और आशा है की उदयपुर युहीं दुनिया में अपनी पहचान बनाये रखेगा।

 

उदयपुर के कुछ और प्राचीन और रौचक तस्वीरें देखने के लिए यहाँ क्लिक करें-

76 Superb Classic Photos of Old Udaipur

 

 

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List

List of Zumba classes in Udaipur

Health is the most valuable treasure you have in your life. In the chaotic life of yours, it is very important to take care of that and spare a bit of a time for a workout as a part of your day.

Well, if you are one of those who have become bored of the regular workout and gyms in your life, then there is no better thing for you than Zumba.

In this article, we bring to you the top Zumba classes in Udaipur.

4 Sure Fitness

Services offered – Gym, yoga classes, Zumba classes, aerobic classes, yoga classes at home, yoga meditation classes, personal gym trainers, health clubs, aerobic classes for ladies, steam bath services, family clubs, children gyms, etc.

Address – M.P. Enclave, Shobhagpura Circle, Udaipur, Near Royal Rajvillas

Contact – 9152691221

 

Seven Notes Music & Dance Studio

Services offered – Dance Classes, Music Classes, classes for guitar, keyboard, table, harmonium, Zumba Classes, private music dance, private dance class, meditation centre, etc.

Address – Plot No. 386, Hiran Magri Main Road, Sector 11, Udaipur

Contact – 9152826715

Source: Times of India

Global Fitness

Services offered – Gyms, Yoga Classes, Ladies Gyms, Protein Supplement Dealers, Fitness Centres, Zumba Classes, Weight Loss Centres, Aerobic Classes, Yoga Meditation Classes, etc.

Address – 177, Road No.-12, Ashok Nagar, Udaipur

Contact – 9152882412

 

Health Line Fitness Studio

Services offered – Physiotherapists, Gyms, Yoga Classes, Zumba Classes, Weight Loss Centres, Physiotherapist for Home Visits, Aerobic Classes, Acupuncture Doctors, Yoga Meditation Classes, etc.

Address – 3rd FloorGovardhan Plaza, Opp. Lok Kala Mandal, Panchwati

Contact – 9152676986

 

Barberian Gym & Fitness Club

Services offered – Gyms, Yoga Classes, Zumba Classes, Aerobic Classes, Personal Gym Trainers, Zumba Classes For Women, Personal Gym Trainers For Women, etc.

Address – Lake Palace, Goverdhan Villa, Sector 14, Hiran Magri, Udaipur, Road

Contact – 9152896928

Source: Braingroom

Fab Fitness & Beauty Hub

Services offered – Dance Classes, Zumba Classes, Aerobic Classes, Dance Classes, Aqua Aerobic Classes, Power Yoga Classes, etc.

Address – 148-B, 1st Floor, Udaipur City, Udaipur-Rajasthan – 313001, Above Famina Boutique, Shakti Nagar

Contact – 7737619312

Global Fitness (Transgym)

Services offered – Gyms, Yoga Classes, Ladies Gyms, Protein Supplement Dealers, Fitness Centres, Zumba Classes, Weight Loss Centres, Aerobic Classes, Meditation Classes, etc.

Address – 177, Road No.-12, Ashok Nagar, Udaipur

Contact – 9152927307

 

Leni Bhatt Dance Academy

Services offered – Dance, Aerobics, Zumba, etc.

Address – 78, University Main Road, Ganesh Chouraha, Opp. Indraprasth Garden

Contact – +91 7728 974 099

 

Rnold Fitness Club

Services offered – Gyms, Protein Supplement Dealers, Gymnasium Equipment Dealers, Dietitians, Aerobic Classes, Yoga Meditation Classes, Zumba classes etc.

Address – Plot No.3, 80 feet, main road, near sanskar -II

Contact – +91 80058-81438

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History and Culture

Fairs and Festivals Everyone Should Attend in Chittorgarh

Not just the locals but even tourists are too enticed by the glory of Historical Chittorgarh. The charm and the splendor of the city have attracted people from other parts of the country as well. Although, the city of Chittor is magnificent whenever you visit it, there are some parts of the year in particular when one can witness the city in its complete glamour. It is when Chittor is celebrating the heritage it got from its ancestors i.e. festivals.

Here are the major fairs, festivals, and processions that you need to attend while you are in Chittorgarh.

You may also want to read – Places to visit in Chittorgarh

Maharana Pratap Jayanti

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Maharana Pratap was a warrior and an epitome of bravery and heroism. He was the true patriot who initiated the first war of independence. Throughout his life, he kept fighting from enemies to save his motherland and his people. Pratap was born on May 9, 1540, in Kumbhalgarh and this very day is celebrated every year in Chittorgarh to respect and honor his patriotism, pride, valor, and bravery. The birth anniversary of Maharana is celebrated as a full-fledged festival in Chittorgarh every year on the 3rd day of Jyestha Shukla phase.

In his remembrance, several puja and processions take place on Maharana Pratap Jayanti every year. Several cultural programs and debates are also held.

 

Meera Mahotsav

Source: culturenorthindia

Meera Bai is very popular in the entire country for her faith and love for Lord Krishna. She was the foremost exponents of the Prema Bhakti (divine love) which also inspired her to become a poet. Meera Bai was a Rajput princess born in about 1498 in Metra, Rajasthan. Her father Ratan Singh was the youngest son of Rao Duda, ruler of Merta and founder of Jodhpur. Meera Bai was married to the ruler of Chittor, Bhoj Raj.

Every year, on Meera’s birth anniversary which is the Sharad Poornima, a 3-day celebration is organized by Meera Smrithi Sansathan (Meera Memorial Trust) along with the Chittorgarh district officials. Along with puja, discussions, dances, and fireworks, many famous musicians and singers get together on this day to sing bhajans in this celebration.

 

Teej

Source: Rajasthan

Teej is one of the major festivals in not just Chittor but entire Mewar region. It is dedicated to goddess Parvati, commemorating her union with Lord Shiva. On this day, Goddess Parvati is worshipped by her devotees. It also marks the advent of monsoon month of Shravan (August).

It is also known for being the festival of swings where swings are hung from the trees and decorated with flowers and other objects and young girls and women dressed in green clothes who sing songs in celebrations of the advent of monsoons.

 

Gangaur

Source: Jan Prahari Express

Gangaur is the most important and colorful festival of not just Chittorgarh but entire Rajasthan. It is celebrated with great fervor by the womenfolk who worship Gauri. The meaning of the word ‘Gangaur’ can be understood by breaking it down in two words where Gan means Shiva and gaur stands for Gauri or Parvati. Gauri symbolizes the marital bliss or Saubhagya. Gauri is the embodiment of perfection and conjugal love which is the reason why the unmarried women worship her in order to be blessed with a good husband, while the married women do it for the welfare, health and their happy married life. It is celebrated between March and April.

 

Jauhar Mela

Source: Chittorgarh

Chittorgarh fort hosts the biggest Rajput festival which is known as ‘Jauhar Mela’. The occasion is believed to commemorate Rani Padmini’s Jauhar which is the most famous one. It marks the bravery of Rajput ancestors and all the three Jauhars that happened at Chittorgarh. Jauhar is a Hindu custom of self-immolation where women commit suicide to avoid capture, enslavement or rape by any foreign invaders.

On this day, a huge number of Rajput including the descendants of most of the princely families holds a procession to celebrate Jauhar.

 

Rang Teras

Source: Patrika

Rang Teras is a tribal fair of Mewar celebrated on the 13th moon night of the month of Chaitra. This big colorful fair includes a huge gathering of tribal to rejoice the harvest of wheat. Rang Teras celebration is customary since the 15th century. It is a thanksgiving festival of farmers where they pay their honor to Mother Earth for providing them with food for the next year. As a part of Celebrations, young men in the village perform their gallant skills while dancing. It is also celebrated is Sri Krishna Temples all around North India and ISKCON Temples.

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