Ramdevra Fair :

About Fair

Desert traditions and history come into focus with camel-dances, competitions and camel safaris during the camel festival that brings thousand villagers, visitors and tourists to Jaisalmer, the desert city of Rajasthan.

History

The Ramdevra Fair is held in Ramdevra village in Jaisalmer. The village has got its name after Baba Ramdev, a Tanwar Rajput, who took samadhi in 1458. He had miraculous powers and legend goes that five peers from Mecca came to test his powers. After being convinced, they paid homage to him. The Hindu regard him as an incarnation of Lord Krishna. A large fair is held here which is attended by lakhs of devotees who come in large groups from various places. Bhajans and kirtans right through the night are organised.