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The Elephant and Holi (A spring festival, also known as the festival of colours or the festival of love). Festival is an annual event held every year at Jaipur the capital city of Rajasthan. The Elephant Festival Jaipur is organized according to the Indian calendar on the full moon day.

The festival begins with a procession of elephants, camels and horses, painted to perfection and tastefully attired with ornaments and embroidered velvet, followed by lively folk dancers. The elephants greet the visitors, offer garlands to the guests and walk past the ramp before a jury of experts and tourists who select the Best-decorated Elephant. Elephant races and elephant polo matches are special features. The tug of war between elephants and men is probably the most exhilarating highlight of the festival. This event not only celebrates the majesty of the elephants, but also highlights Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage.