Jaipur is the city of fairs and festivals, lights, garlands, special welcome gates and shobha yatras forever adorn the city. The year begins with the celebration of the Makar Sankranti, which is marked by multicolored kites taking to the skies.
The advent of Gangaur, dedicated to Gauri, a manifestation of Goddess Parvati and the consort of Lord Shiva is celebrated with pomp and gaiety to symbolise bliss and marital happiness.
A festival to watch out for is the Elephant Festival in March where ornately decorated elephants, camels and horses parade the streets, followed by folk dancers.
