If you've heard about Pushkar, the annual animal and livestock fair in the state of Rajasthan which attracts hundreds of tourists from all over the world; you should definitely explore the a similar sort of fair in Agra. Let's know more about this cultural extravaganza.

The animal and livestock fair of the Bateshwar village near Agra is held a simple two days before the Deepavali celebration. The fair is conducted for three weeks with every week highlighting different animals. If the primary week is dedicated to the cattle, the second week would be for camels and the last one is reserved for the goats. However, it is the last week of the fair that envoys the mirth and the crest of festivities with brilliantly created cultural functions being performed at the temples near Yamuna ghats. If you too want to become a part of these beautiful days and experience the display provincial Indian life, then taking a trip is must. After a thrilling weekend you can take a Agra to Delhi taxi to return.

The fair is a bright work showcasing the energetic culture and folk lifestyle of the people living in the remote places in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat. The Bateshwar Fair has is established as one of the biggest and most famous domesticated animals and cattle fairs. The variety of animals includes bison, bulls, steeds, camels and even elephants along with a wide range of rarest birds.

The animals are presented in delightful brightly weaved garments. Some large animals furs are also flawlessly painted. In fact, every animal owner want to make his animal appear an eye candy. The merchants and dealers gladly flaunt their products like trophies, though the majority of locals flocking the fair do not have the capabilities to buy any of the animals.

Alongside the creatures are vast assortments of winged creatures that are likewise shown here. Some of them are stolen pets and a large portion of them are different types of parakeets and parrots. The birds are presented in brilliantly colored enclosures, where the merchants lay out an extensive assortment of pens and different toys which can be utilized by the birds. Apart from the animal activities, there are a substantial number of stalls offering brilliant rings, beautiful dish sets, woven straps, cowhide and metal straps.