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The Mewar Festival is
celebrated to welcome the
advent of spring. It
coincides with the festival
of Gangaur in Udaipur, and
has a unique charm about it.
The women folk gather to
dress the images of Isar and
Gangaur and then carry them
in a ceremonial procession
through different parts of
the city. The procession
winds its way to the Gangaur
Ghat at Lake Pichhola. Here,
the images are transferred
to special boats amidst much
singing and festivity.
Once the religious part of
the festival is over, it is
time for cultural events
where Rajasthani culture is
portrayed through songs,
dances and other programmes.
The festival culminates with
an impressive fireworks
display.
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