Stunning Festivals of Rajasthan

The rich and varied heritage, culture and scenic splendors of Rajasthan have been fascinating the world since long. The scintillating lakes, vibrant markets and the magnificent forts and palaces of the state, have since a coon’s age intrigued the populace, far and wide. Undeniably, the majestic state has never failed to impress the visitors and has till date managed to keep their interests intact.

Not only the sublime structures but the colorful and traditional festivals of Rajasthan have equally hypnotized the world with its unremitting charismatic appeal. Here, let’s have a look at some of the stunning festivals of the state, you must experience at least once in a while!

1.      Rajasthan International Folk Festival, Jodhpur

An annual music and art festival celebrated around Sharad Purnima, the Rajasthan International Folk Festival is a treat for the art and music lovers. With the aim to promote the traditional forms of art and music, the celebration is witnessed by more than 200 musicians from all over the world.

2.      World Sufi Spirit Festival, Jodhpur

One of the most tranquilizing festivals, the World Sufi Festival of Rajasthan brings together myriads of amazing artists on one common platform, from all across the nation. It gives an immense pleasure to not only watch them perform but you can also sit and chat with them along with savoring some of the best mouth-watering delicacies.

3.      Desert Festival, Jaisalmer

A three days cultural carnival celebrated amidst the sand dunes of the Thar, the desert festival is a must watch in case you wish to immerse into the essence of Rajasthani folk culture. The culture is exhibited through dance, music, camel races and other sports that are an absolute delight to the eyes. When in Jaisalmer, do not miss out the spectacular desert festival of Rajasthan

4.      Camel Festival, Bikaner

Camel milking, races, camel acrobats, the parading of beautiful animals and even beauty pageants; Doesn’t it all sound enticing? The Camel Festival in Bikaner involves all this, along with some other spectacular views including the Rajasthani traditional dance performances. Frequented by tourists from here and there, the camel festival guarantees an enthralling experience of a lifetime!

5.      Gangaur

The Gangaur festival is observed with much fervor and devotion by the ladies of the state. The festival is all about honoring Goddess Gauri, who is considered to be an epitome of purity and austerity. The rituals continue for 18 days, during which the ladies, all clad up in their best clothes and jewelry pray for the welfare and long life of their husbands. One of the most vibrant and important festivities of Rajasthan, Gangaur is sure to entice your senses!

6.      Literature Festival, Jaipur

Known to be the world’s largest literary festival, the Jaipur Literary festival welcomes the reputed and the aspiring writers for a five-day fiesta at the Diggi Palace in Jaipur. It is a great platform for those who wish to gain knowledge and share ideas with people, all across the globe.

Planning a visit to India? If yes, make sure to witness the vibrancy and the ceaseless bewitchery of these festivals.  

NOVOTEL OPENS ITS FIRST INTERNATIONAL HOTEL IN KOCHI

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Thanks to the burgeoning foreign tourist arrivals, the travel and tourism sector in India has witnessed an unprecedented growth over the last many years. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council, the tourism industry had generated about 9.4% of the nation’s GDP in the year 2017 and financed nearly 8% of its population. Keeping the flourishing statistical records in mind, the tourism industry in India is still believed to augment by leaps and bounds in the years to come. As the number of tourists from all around the world continues to proliferate, there has been a sudden boost in the number of amenities and the amount of luxuries provided by the hotel groups in the country.

Following the trend, the Accor Hotels along with the Muthoot Pappachan Group has opened the first International hotel in Kakkanad, Kochi: the industrial and commercial capital of Kerala. Known as the Novotel Kochi Infopark, the hotel spares no efforts to add to the elegance and appeal of the city which is popularly called as the Queen of Arabian Sea, offering some of the most exquisite splendors of the country. Located in the IT Hub of Infopark, Kakkanad, the hotel is in close proximity to prominent companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Wipro, IBS, Earnst & Young, Cognizant, KPMG, Xerox, Fingent and the World Trade Center, Kochi.

Highlights of the Novotel Kochi Infopark:

Here, we bring to you, the details that you ought to know about this sublime structure, of International measure: 

Ø  It is a quintessential base for business travelers, from all over the map.

Ø  The distance from the Cochin International Airport is around 25 kms which is approximately a 40 minutes drive.

Ø  The distance between the hotel and the Ernakulum Railway Station calls for more or less a 30 minutes drive.

Ø  There are 128 rooms inclusive of eight suites, equipped with all the facilities for style and comfort.

Ø  Other major attractions of the hotel includes, restaurant & a lounge bar, infinity pool, fitness center, childcare, free parking facilities, meeting rooms, spa, computer system, laundry services, conference spaces, multilingual personnel and free use of WiFi, all over the premises.

Ø  The restaurant of the hotel, called, The Square, provides sumptuous delicacies to arouse your taste buds. 

Ø  The magnificent interiors are designed in a way to bowl you over, again and again! Without fail, you’ll say Quelle beaute’!

Ø   The Hotel’s Sun Deck Lounge is the perfect place to relax by the pool.

Ø  Friendly staff that helps to customize experiences for you!

What’s around?

For centuries, Kochi has been a home to several merchants and tourists, who have all left their imprints and legacies behind. Out of the many attractions that the city has to offer, the ones that you can look around are:

Ø  Hill Palace in the area

Ø  Lulu Mall in the area

Ø  Jawaharlal Nehru International stadium in the area

Ø  Centre Square Mall in the area

Ø  Durbar Hall Art Gallery in the region

Ø  Bolgatty Palace in the region

Ø  Kerala Forklore Museum in the region

Ø  Mattancherry Synagogue in the region

Ø  Mattancherry Palace in the region

 Aimed at providing the best to its customers, Novotel Kochi Infopark is the first Novotel hotel in Kochi. With copious recreational facilities, the brand has been gaining immense popularity amidst its customers.