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Festival · Bikaner

Bikaner Camel Festival

A January celebration of the ship of the desert, with decorated camels, folk music and fire dances.

WhereBikaner
WhenJanuary, each year
Organised byRajasthan Tourism
Lasts2 days

The story

A little history.

Bikaner has a long history of breeding camels, and the camel corps of its rulers was once famous. The festival, organised by Rajasthan Tourism each January, celebrates this bond between the people of the desert and their camels.

It begins with a colourful parade of decorated camels and moves on to camel dances, races, competitions and evenings of Rajasthani music and dance.

What to see

Don't miss.

  • Camel paradeDecorated camels and riders in procession through the city.
  • Camel dancesCamels perform steps to the music of their handlers.
  • CompetitionsBest-decorated camel, fur-cutting art and other contests.
  • Folk eveningsMusic, dance and the dramatic fire dance of Bikaner.

Our tip: Visit the camel research farm outside Bikaner during your stay to learn more about the different breeds.

Good to know

Questions travellers ask.

When is the Bikaner Camel Festival?

In January each year. Exact dates are announced by Rajasthan Tourism, and we can confirm them for you.

What else can I see in Bikaner?

Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace, the camel research farm and the Karni Mata Temple at Deshnok.

Can I combine the festival with Jaisalmer?

Yes. Jaisalmer is about six hours west of Bikaner by road.

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