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- Dussehra Mela, Rajasthan
Dussehra Mela, RajasthanGeneral Information  Location: Kota, RajasthanSignificance: Commemorates Rama's victory over Ravana Time of Celebration: Dussehra Festival fair is held in the month of Ashvin (September-October) Activities: The huge fair features 22.5m-tall firecracker-stuffed effigies. The Dussehra Festival is held every year in the Hindu month of Ashvin that begins from September and ends in October. A vivacious gaudy fair is organized in Kota situated on the banks of the Chambal River. The festival of Dussehra is celebrated throughout India in myriad ways to commemorate the victory of Lord Rama over the Demon King Ravana. The fierce battle continued for 10 days where the demon king was outwitted. The Dussehra Festival of Kota can be flaunted as one among the chief attractions of the town. Moreover, Kota formed a fundamental part of the Rajput kingdom of Bundi. In 17th century it was shaped into a discrete princely state. Today, Kota is well known for its impressive palaces, picturesque gardens and several other fascinating edifices. » Legend: Dussehra implies the Tenth Day, being the 10th day of the bright half of the Hindu month of Ashvin. This day is also referred to as Vijayadashmi, or the Victory Tenth in honor of the victory of Rama over Ravana. The fiery battle between good and evil continued for ten days and finally ended with Ravana’s defeat. » Activities:  The most appealingly distinctive aspect of the Dussehra Festival is the dramatic portrayal of the encounter between Rama and Ravana. Both children and elders participate in this stage show with great elation and fervor. The part of the Vanar Senas (the monkey forces) under the leadership of Hanumana allures and satiates children to the fullest.
The drama is so very liked that the audience sing jingles and slogans praising Lord Rama. The climax comes with the setting of fire on the gargantuan effigies of the ten headed Ravana accompanied by his brother Kumbhakarna and his son Meghnath. The effigies are basically built of paper and bamboo. This is a very significant part of the Dussehra celebrations as it symbolizes the victory of good over evil. » How to Reach By Air: Jaipur is the nearest airport to Kota. Indian airlines, Jet airways and Sahara airlines have regular service to Jaipur. All the major cities are connected to Jaipur. By Train: Kota railway station is located at the extreme northern end of the town. As Kota is on the main Delhi–Mumbai railway line via Sawai Madhopur, a number of trains pass through and stop here. Regular train services are available. By Road: The main bus station in Kota is at Bundi Road near the eastern bank of the Chambal River. Good bus services from Kota to Ajmer (6 hours), Chittorgarh (6 hours), Jaipur (6 hours), Udaipur (6 hours), Jodhpur (11 hours) and Bikaner (12 hours) are available. Rajasthan Dussehra Mela Reservation Form |
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