BRIJ FESTIVAL
Occasion: Raslila.
Timing: Eve Of Holi, (March).
The
Brij Festival takes place a few days before Holi, the festival of colours.
Held in honour of Lord Krishna, this festival is marked by verve and zest.
Villagers, in gay, multihued attire, can be seen singing and performing
the Raslila dance-the immortal love-story of Radha and Krishna. All of
Bharatpur comes alive to the sound of folk
melodies on this festival held on the eve of Holi.
Men and women, young and old, rich and poor-all are touched by the spirit
of this festival. Boisterous revellers spare no one during this festival
and delight in splashing colour on everyone around.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Agra is the nearest Airport (56 kms.).
Rail: Bharatpur is situated on the Delhi - Mumbai main railway
line.
Road: Jaipur is situated on National Highway No. 11 (Bikaner -
Agra).
