The first two days of the festival take place in the city of Jaisalmer and features folk singing and dances performed by the highest-trained professionals in the art.
While started by the Rajasthani tourism board to attract foreign visitors, the Jaisalmer Desert Festival makes the list for its celebration of the unique people of the deserts of Rajasthan, a vibrant, ancient, and creative society of folks. The first two days of the festival take place in the city of Jaisalmer and features folk singing and dances performed by the highest-trained professionals in the art. There are also fun events like a competition for the best mustache, camel races, and turban-tying competitions.