Mewar Mahotsav 2023: The Magnificent Festival of Udaipur
इस ब्लॉग को हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहां क्लिक करें - मेवाड़ महोत्सव 2023
What is Mewar Mahotsav/ Mewar Festival 2023 and Why Mewar Festival is Celebrated?
Udaipur celebrates the Mewar festival to welcome the spring season. However, the festival is celebrated throughout the state, and the true flavor of the carnival can be experienced in Udaipur because it was once under Mewar rule.
The whole city will be decorated, especially the local markets, which will be adorned with bright lights and colorful decorative elements. Since it happens to coincide with the Gangaur festival, the Mewar festival is equally as important to the town's women.
Udaipur celebrates the Mewar festival to welcome the spring season. However, the festival is celebrated throughout the state, and the true flavor of the carnival can be experienced in Udaipur because it was once under Mewar rule.
The whole city will be decorated, especially the local markets, which will be adorned with bright lights and colorful decorative elements. Since it happens to coincide with the Gangaur festival, the Mewar festival is equally as important to the town's women.
When is Mewar Mahotsav 2023?
This year Mewar Mahotsav will be celebrated from March 24th to 26th. Visiting Udaipur during the Mewar festival is a strongly recommended experience for experiencing the color and joy that fills the people of Rajasthan. The celebration takes place to celebrate spring's arrival.
The Gangaur festival, which celebrates Mewar's pride and folk culture besides Rajasthan's culture, is right around the corner. In some ways, this tradition is a living legacy. The sixteen-day worship of Gangaur began on the day after Holi. Every house is simultaneously performing Gangaur puja. The tourism department, in collaborative efforts with the district administration, organizes the Mewar Festival each year to celebrate this folk culture. This year's event will take place from March 24 to 26.
The colors of this living heritage will also be made visible to G-20 delegates. The G-20 meeting will be held in the city from March 21 to March 23. In such a case, the tourism department will encourage delegates to attend the Mewar festival. They will be able to witness this historic festival as well.
This year Mewar Mahotsav will be celebrated from March 24th to 26th. Visiting Udaipur during the Mewar festival is a strongly recommended experience for experiencing the color and joy that fills the people of Rajasthan. The celebration takes place to celebrate spring's arrival.
The Gangaur festival, which celebrates Mewar's pride and folk culture besides Rajasthan's culture, is right around the corner. In some ways, this tradition is a living legacy. The sixteen-day worship of Gangaur began on the day after Holi. Every house is simultaneously performing Gangaur puja. The tourism department, in collaborative efforts with the district administration, organizes the Mewar Festival each year to celebrate this folk culture. This year's event will take place from March 24 to 26.
The colors of this living heritage will also be made visible to G-20 delegates. The G-20 meeting will be held in the city from March 21 to March 23. In such a case, the tourism department will encourage delegates to attend the Mewar festival. They will be able to witness this historic festival as well.
History of Mewar Mahotsav/ Mewar Festival:
The Mewar Festival is unique in that it describes religious and social beliefs, as well as Mewari tradition and culture. Mewar Festival began in 1979. The Tourism Department began organizing this festival to promote Gangaur Festival and tourism.
The Mewar Festival first took place in the City Palace's Manak Chowk courtyard. Members of the Mewar royal family, foreign guests, and common people attended this 1979 ceremony. The department began cultural programs and competitions at the time.
The Mewar Festival is unique in that it describes religious and social beliefs, as well as Mewari tradition and culture. Mewar Festival began in 1979. The Tourism Department began organizing this festival to promote Gangaur Festival and tourism.
The Mewar Festival first took place in the City Palace's Manak Chowk courtyard. Members of the Mewar royal family, foreign guests, and common people attended this 1979 ceremony. The department began cultural programs and competitions at the time.
How Mewar Mahotsav/ Mewar Festival is Celebrated?
The festivities begin with the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's idols. A "procession" is organized where the participants cross through various areas of the town with the idols of Shiva-Parvati and move ahead towards the Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichola.
The idols are immersed in holy water, and people pray for the prosperity of their families. Following the rituals, folk dances are performed, and many other cultural programs are organized.
The festivities begin with the worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's idols. A "procession" is organized where the participants cross through various areas of the town with the idols of Shiva-Parvati and move ahead towards the Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichola.
The idols are immersed in holy water, and people pray for the prosperity of their families. Following the rituals, folk dances are performed, and many other cultural programs are organized.
Mewar Mahotsav 2023 Program Schedule:
Shikha Saxena, Deputy Director of Tourism, stated that on March 24, the first day of Mewar Mahotsav, Gangaur Yatra will be conducted from Ghantaghar to Gangaur Ghat by various Mewar communities from 4 pm to 6 pm. Following that, from 6 pm to 7 pm, the Royal Gangaur Boat Yatra will depart from Pichola Lake Bansi Ghat to Gangaur Ghat. After 7 pm, there will be a folk dance and cultural program, as well as a firework display at Gangaur Ghat.
Shikha Saxena, Deputy Director of the Tourism Department, informed that on March 25, after the cultural evening at Gangaur Ghat at 7 pm, a costume competition for foreign guests dressed in Rajasthani colors will be held. The second day's program will feature a cultural evening and a competition for the best-dressed foreign duo in Rajasthani attire.
She stated that the program would conclude on March 26 at Gogunda, 40 kilometers from Udaipur, with a Royal Haat Bazaar, cultural evening, and Gangaur Yatra.
Shikha Saxena, Deputy Director of Tourism, stated that on March 24, the first day of Mewar Mahotsav, Gangaur Yatra will be conducted from Ghantaghar to Gangaur Ghat by various Mewar communities from 4 pm to 6 pm. Following that, from 6 pm to 7 pm, the Royal Gangaur Boat Yatra will depart from Pichola Lake Bansi Ghat to Gangaur Ghat. After 7 pm, there will be a folk dance and cultural program, as well as a firework display at Gangaur Ghat.
Shikha Saxena, Deputy Director of the Tourism Department, informed that on March 25, after the cultural evening at Gangaur Ghat at 7 pm, a costume competition for foreign guests dressed in Rajasthani colors will be held. The second day's program will feature a cultural evening and a competition for the best-dressed foreign duo in Rajasthani attire.
She stated that the program would conclude on March 26 at Gogunda, 40 kilometers from Udaipur, with a Royal Haat Bazaar, cultural evening, and Gangaur Yatra.
Places to Visit in Udaipur During Mewar Mahotsav 2023:
Pratap Memorial (Moti Magri): A large bronze statue of Maharana Pratap riding his favorite horse Chetak stands atop the Moti Magri, viewing Fateh Sagar. Locals climb the hill to pay their respects to Rana Pratap and his fiercely loyal horse 'Chetak,' who was loyal and protective of its master and remained by his side until the end. While transporting his master to safety from the battlefield of Haldighati, this devoted steed gave his life.
The City Palace: It is a magnificent architectural marvel that towers over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenelated walls and consists of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms, and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through a triple-arched gate known as the "Tripolia," which has eight marble porticos. The Maharanas were weighed in gold under the gate, and the corresponding amount was distributed among the populace.
Lake Palace: Originally known as Jagniwas, it functioned as a summer palace. The palace, which faces east and was built between 1743 and 1746 on the island near Jagmandir in Lake Pichola, is a magnificent piece of architecture. Semi-precious stones and ornamented niches adorn the walls of black and white marble. Its courtyards are adorned with gardens, fountains, pillared terraces, and columns.
Ahar Museum: The Ahar Museum is located near an amazing cluster of Maharana of Mewar cenotaphs. The museum houses a small but significant collection of earthen pottery. There are also sculptures and archaeological discoveries dating all the way back to 1700 BC. A special attraction here is the metal figure of Buddha from the 10th century.
Lake Pichola: The lake was named after the village of Picholi. This lake contains the islands of Jagniwas and Jagmandir. The City Palace can be found on the lake's eastern shore. A sunset boat ride on the lake provides a spectacular view of the Lake and City Palace.
Fateh Sagar Lake: Located to the north of Lake Pichola, this lovely lake is surrounded by hills and woods. This man-made lake is linked to Lake Pichola via a canal. The lake houses the gorgeous Nehru Island in addition to an islet on which stands the Udaipur Solar Observatory. The Duke of Connaught dedicated it, and it was originally known as Connaught Bundh.
Bagore Ki Haveli: Bagore-ki-Haveli is located at Gangaur Ghat, near Lake Pichola. It was built in the 18th century by Mewar Prime Minister Amar Chand Badwa. Over a hundred rooms house costumes and modern art in the humongous palace. The interior glass and mirrors are designed in the traditional haveli look.
Some Other Famous Places in Udaipur to visit –
Pratap Memorial (Moti Magri): A large bronze statue of Maharana Pratap riding his favorite horse Chetak stands atop the Moti Magri, viewing Fateh Sagar. Locals climb the hill to pay their respects to Rana Pratap and his fiercely loyal horse 'Chetak,' who was loyal and protective of its master and remained by his side until the end. While transporting his master to safety from the battlefield of Haldighati, this devoted steed gave his life.
The City Palace: It is a magnificent architectural marvel that towers over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenelated walls and consists of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms, and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through a triple-arched gate known as the "Tripolia," which has eight marble porticos. The Maharanas were weighed in gold under the gate, and the corresponding amount was distributed among the populace.
Lake Palace: Originally known as Jagniwas, it functioned as a summer palace. The palace, which faces east and was built between 1743 and 1746 on the island near Jagmandir in Lake Pichola, is a magnificent piece of architecture. Semi-precious stones and ornamented niches adorn the walls of black and white marble. Its courtyards are adorned with gardens, fountains, pillared terraces, and columns.
Ahar Museum: The Ahar Museum is located near an amazing cluster of Maharana of Mewar cenotaphs. The museum houses a small but significant collection of earthen pottery. There are also sculptures and archaeological discoveries dating all the way back to 1700 BC. A special attraction here is the metal figure of Buddha from the 10th century.
Lake Pichola: The lake was named after the village of Picholi. This lake contains the islands of Jagniwas and Jagmandir. The City Palace can be found on the lake's eastern shore. A sunset boat ride on the lake provides a spectacular view of the Lake and City Palace.
Fateh Sagar Lake: Located to the north of Lake Pichola, this lovely lake is surrounded by hills and woods. This man-made lake is linked to Lake Pichola via a canal. The lake houses the gorgeous Nehru Island in addition to an islet on which stands the Udaipur Solar Observatory. The Duke of Connaught dedicated it, and it was originally known as Connaught Bundh.
Bagore Ki Haveli: Bagore-ki-Haveli is located at Gangaur Ghat, near Lake Pichola. It was built in the 18th century by Mewar Prime Minister Amar Chand Badwa. Over a hundred rooms house costumes and modern art in the humongous palace. The interior glass and mirrors are designed in the traditional haveli look.
Some Other Famous Places in Udaipur to visit –
- Jag Mandir
- Monsoon Palace
- Jagdish Temple
- Saheliyon Ki Bari
- Bird Park Gulab Bagh
- Sukhadia Circle
- Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal
- Shilpgram
- Udai Sagar Lake
- Doodh Talai Lake
- Jaisamand Lake
- Navalakha Mahal (Gulab Bagh)
- Wax Museum
- Udaipur Fish Aquarium
- Vintage Car Collection
- The Crystal Gallery
- Nagda
- Sajjangarh Biological Park
- Badi Lake
- Sahastra Bahu Temple
- Menar
- Pratap Gaurav Kendra
- Gogunda
- Rishabhdeo Ji
- Jagat Temple
इस ब्लॉग को हिंदी में पढ़ने के लिए यहां क्लिक करें - मेवाड़ महोत्सव 2023
How to Reach Udaipur to Attend Mewar Mahotsav 2023?
By Air: Dabok Airport, also recognized as Maharana Pratap Airport, is approximately 25 kilometers northeast of the central city. Jet Airways, Air India, and SpiceJet all have regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai, Jaipur, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, etc.
By Train: Udaipur is linked by rail with several major Indian cities, such as Chittorgarh, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, and Khajuraho. Mewar Express, Gwalior-Udaipur Express, Bandra-Udaipur SF Express, Chetak Express, and Ananya Express are among the popular trains that run on a daily basis. In fact, the renowned and marvelous Palace of Wheels is also a scheduled stop in Udaipur.
By Road: Udaipur is conveniently accessible via highways from all major Indian cities, such as Chittorgarh, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur / Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bikaner, Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, and Khajuraho. National Highway 8 links Udaipur to Delhi and Mumbai.
By Air: Dabok Airport, also recognized as Maharana Pratap Airport, is approximately 25 kilometers northeast of the central city. Jet Airways, Air India, and SpiceJet all have regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai, Jaipur, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, etc.
By Train: Udaipur is linked by rail with several major Indian cities, such as Chittorgarh, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, and Khajuraho. Mewar Express, Gwalior-Udaipur Express, Bandra-Udaipur SF Express, Chetak Express, and Ananya Express are among the popular trains that run on a daily basis. In fact, the renowned and marvelous Palace of Wheels is also a scheduled stop in Udaipur.
By Road: Udaipur is conveniently accessible via highways from all major Indian cities, such as Chittorgarh, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur / Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bikaner, Agra, Delhi, Mumbai, and Khajuraho. National Highway 8 links Udaipur to Delhi and Mumbai.
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