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Photo of the Day: Pushkar Camel Fair

by Beth Whitman - Wanderluster (January 22nd, 2010)

Camel at Sunrise

One of the most fantastic things we did during our October tour through Northern India, was to take a camel ride at sunrise. It was one of the highlights of all my journeys to the subcontinent.

Pushkar Camel Fair

Despite looking a bit awkward – these animals really are quite cute. This was taken at the Pushkar Camel Fair – an annual event in Rajasthan where camel traders come to buy and sell.

Camels near Jodphur

These were our guides taking a little break after we stopped in the dunes and waited for the sun to come up.

Beth Whitman and Lauren on Camel

We doubled up on the camels and rode for about an hour+ total. You feel like like you’re on top of the world on these animals. I loved it so much that I would take a week-long camel trek in a moment’s notice.

See more lovely photos at DeliciousBaby’s Photo Friday!

Travel Well!

Beth

Related links:
Cultural Tours to India
India Photo Gallery
Photo of the Day: Indian Turbans
Photo of the Day: Indian Bangles


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On January 22nd, 2010 at 5:53 am, Trek Hound said:

Camels rock! I could photograph them and hang out with them all day. Llamas too. They can get a little snippy, but are so cool to watch.

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On January 22nd, 2010 at 1:17 pm, Camels & Chocolate said:

It’s like my personal dream realized!

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On January 22nd, 2010 at 3:42 pm, Glennia said:

We saw wild camels roaming around in Libya. It was like seeing a mirage or something, just unreal. Great photos!

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On January 22nd, 2010 at 6:38 pm, Jen@TwoKidsandaMap said:

This is on my list of things I must do! I would love to see my children’s fascinated looks when they stand with the camels!

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On January 24th, 2010 at 7:26 am, Beth Whitman said:

It really IS unreal to see these animals in their own environment. I had no idea I would be in such awe.

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On January 24th, 2010 at 7:54 am, jessiev said:

SOOOO very cool. gorgeou photos!!

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On January 24th, 2010 at 10:33 am, Dominique said:

Sounds like a great adventure…and you’re right, these animals are pretty cute :)

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On January 24th, 2010 at 10:48 am, Heather on her travels said:

I think my neighbour was there at the same time and she told me you can buy practically anything there that’s camel related.

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On January 25th, 2010 at 2:40 pm, Jen Errico said:

Love your blog! We are always on the look out for amazing things to do, amazing places to stay etc etc. If you would like to exchange amazing links, ideas, articles, news etc I would love to chat.

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On January 28th, 2010 at 3:34 pm, Sonya said:

Thanks for sharing these lovely camel photos. I’m so intrigued by camels and this further fuels my fascination.

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