Shamlaji Melo

Shamlaji Melo, or Kartik Purnima Fair takes place in the premises of immaculately crafted Shamlaji Temple and lasts for three weeks. This is the time when large groups of devotees arrive on foot or camel carts, sing songs for the deity and bathe in Meshwo River beside the temple.

The fair, along with being a fun place, also happens to be a revered place for trading silverware, cloth and ornaments.

Where: Shamlaji Temple

What to expect: A gathering of devotees, a cultural and traditional experience, and a nice collection of ornaments in local stalls

When is Shamlaji Melo celebrated: The fair is organized around November, with Kartik Purnima being the most important day