Curtain Raiser Press Release
Jaipur, 26 December: Organised by the Tourism Department, Government of Rajasthan the 2-day annual ‘Winter Fest 2016’ is all set to begin from 29 December in Mount Abu. The city will come alive with colourful culture, folk performances, adventure activities, and much more for the tourists and visitors.
On 29 December the Grand Procession to the Nakki Lake will mark the beginning of the festival in the morning. A Boat Race will be organised in the afternoon at the Lake. In the evening the vibrant festival will have ‘Best of Rajasthan Cultural Show’ including various cultural and folk performances like Ghoomar, Gair, Kacchi Ghodi, Kalbelia dances amongst others at the Polo Ground.
The Day 2 (30 December) will start with a cricket match at the Polo Ground in the morning. In the afternoon tourist will witness adventure sport, ‘Tug of War’ while in the evening there will be a live performance followed by a stunning display of fireworks at the ground.
On both days as part of the festival there will be all day adventure activities like Paramotors, ATV/ Quad Bike Rides at the Polo Ground. In the evening the audience can partake in the Hot Air Balloon ride at the ground. Furthermore, the onlookers will get a chance to witness Vintage Car Display at the Mall Road, during both the days.