Rajasthan, the land of warriors, numerous forts and palaces is the most colourful state of India.
Its culture conjures images of women wearing bright-mirrored ghagras and men sporting soup-strainer moustaches and colourful turbans.
The state has always been a magnet for tourists.
Rajasthan is also a land of festivals and fairs. Important fairs like Teej, Gangaur, Urs at Ajmer and the cattle fair at Pushkar-Ajmer attract thousands.
rediff.com presents images from the recently held desert festival in Jaisalmer (February 4-6).
Border Security Force personnel prepare for a demonstration during the festival