MADHAVPUR MELA

About:

• The annual fair is held at Madhavpur Ghed in Porbandar district and the Mela this year will commence on 2nd April, a day after the Ram Navami festival.
  
  
• Madhavpur Ghed, a small but culturally significant village, is the place where, according to folklore, Lord Krishna married Rukmini, the daughter of King Bhishmaka. Madhavpur lies on the seashore, close to Porbandar. A 15th century Madhavrai temple marks the site.
  
  
• This event is commemorated by a cultural fair held every year, commencing on Ram Navami.
  
  
• A colourful chariot carrying the idol of Lord Krishna circumnavigates the village and the festivities usually continue for five days.