Rajasthan - Diwali

riroriro · Oct 10th, 2009, 07:43

Just read that Diwali is from the 5th of Nov this year (2009), and realised that we will be in Jaisalmer. I understand that Jaisalmer's accommodation becomes quite booked out over this time, as a lot of Indian tourists visit.

As Diwali is over five days, what is likely to be happening in Jaisalmer (and why is it a particularly popular place for Indians at this time)? Have we Ieft it too late to book?! If not, where would be the best place to stay, so we too can enjoy the festival?

Or, is it so busy that it might be better to stay on the outskirts?

Thanks!

sarkar · Oct 10th, 2009, 08:03

Riro, Diwali is on 17th October 2009.

You mistakenly read the date of Diwali 2010, next year 5th Nov. This year its quite early in october!

riroriro · Oct 10th, 2009, 08:36

Oh! excellent - and what a shame. Thanks - should wear my reading glasses more often!

Oct 10th, 2009, 07:43	#1
riroriro Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 7	Rajasthan - Diwali Just read that Diwali is from the 5th of Nov this year (2009), and realised that we will be in Jaisalmer. I understand that Jaisalmer's accommodation becomes quite booked out over this time, as a lot of Indian tourists visit. As Diwali is over five days, what is likely to be happening in Jaisalmer (and why is it a particularly popular place for Indians at this time)? Have we Ieft it too late to book?! If not, where would be the best place to stay, so we too can enjoy the festival? Or, is it so busy that it might be better to stay on the outskirts? Thanks!

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Oct 10th, 2009, 08:03	#2
sarkar -(!)- Eve -[^!^]- Wall-E Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Shyamnagar, India Posts: 127	Riro, Diwali is on 17th October 2009. You mistakenly read the date of Diwali 2010, next year 5th Nov. This year its quite early in october!

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riroriro Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 7	Oh! excellent - and what a shame. Thanks - should wear my reading glasses more often!