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The
Jaipurs were a formidable polo playing family, and the last maharaja
of the state literally died with his spurs on, on a polo field.
With the glamour of the game, they drew international publicity
for India, and the sport hasremained one of the most prominent in
the elite social circuit.
Along with Jaipur, there are also formida-ble polo teams in Jodhpur
and Udaipur, while the 61st Cavalry, also based in Jaipur, has kept
it ahve in the army.
It is not possible to simply arrive and start playing polo, since
the sport needs especially bred horses in large numbers. These are
largely maintained by the players themselves, or with the help of
their sponsors. You will therefore have to seek out an invitation
to play, something you are best advised to do in advance.
However, it is possible to send in a special request while planning
your trip to Rajasthan, especially if you are a group with polo-playing
members. This is important because, in season, when the game is
played (September- March), the polo teams are often out (in Delhi,
Calcutta or Mumbai) on the circuit, or may even be playing overseas.
Of course, there is also the chance of having visiting teams in
Rajasthan coinciding with the time of your visit.
Even if you do not get the chance to play, there is every chance
of being able to watch the sport as an observer - which is almost
as good as playing. There is something extremely satisfying about
watching men on their horses as they pursue the ball with their
sticks with skill and adroitness.
Rajasthan
: Bycycle Polo
For
those who like the fast pace of horse polo, bicycle polo provides
an option that is at least as exciting.
During the sixties and seventies, a lot of impetus was provided
to the sport, particularly in Bikaner, though in recent years it
has become somewhat dissipated.
However, for those who may like to participate in a friendly match,
or to observe one, special arrangements can be made on request.
In more recent years, the sport has developed a following in the
Shekhawati region.
Rajasthan: Camel Polo
At
various tourist festivals in the state, camel polo has been introduced
as a friendly, competitive sport.
Perhaps the only place in the world where it is played, the game
provides a great deal of amusement and mirth, but is not yet a serious
pursuit. If you would like to have a game especially organised,
request vour tour ooerator to have it ranged.
The
Jaipurs were a formidable polo playing family, and the last maharaja
of the state literally died with his spurs on, on a polo field.
With the glamour of the game, they drew international publicity
for India, and the sport hasremained one of the most prominent in
the elite social circuit. 
