Wavering and dancing in the breeze

Wavering and dancing in the breeze, these are the fields of marigold and chrysanthemum from the ancient city of Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh. Floriculture is one of the major activities in Ujjain and travellers can see vast expanses of flower fields here. These flowers are mainly used for making garlands for celebrations and worship.

Ujjain, popularly known as Ujjaini of the great Sanskrit poet Kalidasa, is a holy city known for the religious festival - Kumbh Mela.