TRIBAL DANCE
This is the day for the ladies to cut loose. However, the festival is preceeded by up to 18 days of fasting to bring the blessings of Gauri. Now it is time to dance.
Date: 03/25/12
This is the day for the ladies to cut loose. However, the festival is preceeded by up to 18 days of fasting to bring the blessings of Gauri. Now it is time to dance.
GOD OF LOVE
Since this is the day for marital harmony, Krisna, the god of love, must make an appearance.
Date: 03/25/12
Since this is the day for marital harmony, Krisna, the god of love, must make an appearance.
LOCAL COLOR
The men of Jaipur also get involved, but machismo seems to have taken a holiday, especially considering their outfits.
Date: 03/25/12
The men of Jaipur also get involved, but machismo seems to have taken a holiday, especially considering their outfits.
JAMMING WITH CAMELS
The elephants can't get all the glory, Rajasthan is a desert state and the camel is an integral part of daily life. Rock on.
Date: 03/25/12
The elephants can't get all the glory, Rajasthan is a desert state and the camel is an integral part of daily life. Rock on.
RAJASTHANI BEAUTY
Time to dress in your finest and go out there to find a fella. This is the day to cast aside inhibitions and get a taste of freedom.
Date: 03/25/12
Time to dress in your finest and go out there to find a fella. This is the day to cast aside inhibitions and get a taste of freedom.
DANCE OF THE VEILS
Despite the veils, these women are breaking away from their traditional role of the modest female. This is their big day, then back to the shadow of their men tomorrow.
Date: 03/25/12
Despite the veils, these women are breaking away from their traditional role of the modest female. This is their big day, then back to the shadow of their men tomorrow.
BRING ON THE BAND
Every occasion in India must have a marching band. Lots of fun, but somewhat ear curdling in our opinion.
Date: 03/25/12
Every occasion in India must have a marching band. Lots of fun, but somewhat ear curdling in our opinion.
MAN'S BEST FRIEND
Everyone has to get in the act, even the desert military corps. Seems a bit out of place in a festival of love, but decidely eye catching.
Date: 03/25/12
Everyone has to get in the act, even the desert military corps. Seems a bit out of place in a festival of love, but decidely eye catching.