Rajasthan's vibrant local costumes are at their most dazzling during the state's festivals, which accompany cattle markets and celebrate nationwide religious events, local folk heroes and village deities. Most also feature traditional dancing, singing and folk music.  Must go: Pushkar Camel Fair, Diwali, Urs Mela, Desert Festival , Nagaur Fair.

 Picture by Cecilia dos Guimaraes Bastos

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By Cecilia dos Guimaraes Bastos

Rajasthan's strong adherence to the traditions of the past is precisely what makes it a compelling place to travel.

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Cecilia dos Guimaraes Bastos

Rajasthan's extravagant palaces, forts and finely carved temples today comprise one of the country's richest crop of historic monuments, visited in greater numbers than any other apart from Agra.

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Cecilia dos Guimaraes Bastos

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