Teej festival is celebrated all over the state with
each region having its own unique touch. Kajli Teej of Bundi is different in
several ways- while Teej is celebrated on the third day of the month of
Shravana, in Bundi it is celebrated on the third day of the month of Bhadra.
The festival starts with the procession of goddess
Teej in a decorated
palanquin from the beautiful Naval Sagar. It passes through the main bazaars
and terminates at Azad Park. The procession has decorated elephants, camels,
bands, performing artists and colourfully dressed people.
The people who gather here from
surrounding areas also get to watch and participate in the cultural
programmes that are organised in the evenings. it provides a very good
chance to see performances by local artists from Hadoti region.
Though the main function of Teej is held only on two days, the celebrations
continue upto Janmashtami, which marks the birth of Lord Krishna.
How To Get There
By Air
Jaipur at 206-km is the nearest airport.
By Rail
Bundi railway Station at 5-km and Kota at 36-km are the two convenient
railheads from Bundi.
By Road
Good road connections link Bundi with important places around. Local
Transport: Auto-rickshaws are available for commutation purpose within the
city.
General Information
Location
Bundi, Rajasthan.
