Rajasthan Travel Guide

Amongst the grandeur of Rajasthan, discover a unique gem - Pushkar. Lord Brahma - The creator of the world in a search for his abode on earth, performed the supremely spiritual vedic yagna at Pushkar. It is thus the site of the only Brahma Temple in the world.

A city of Pilgrimage from time immemorial with over 500 temples and ghats Pushkar begets a legacy of timeless architectural heritage. Pushkar radiates an ambience of peace and spirituality that casts a lure to visit again and again.

Pushkar has an immense hidden potential as a tourist destination:

• Pushkar is "THE PARAM TIRATHSTAN" ( Supreme Pilgrimage Centre ) no pilgrimage is complete without a bath in the Pushkar Lake.

• Pushkar is " THE GAYATRI DHAM". The source of the supremely spiritual "Gayatri Mantra"

• The Pushkar fair is amongst the largest cattle fairs in the world.

• Amongst the oldest cities in India, with references in mythology and the Mahabharat

• Site of the only temple in the world dedicated to Brahma - the creator.

• The site of the holiest lake in the country.

• 52 bathing ghats, which are linked to the lunar calendar, enclose the lake. Each ghat has its own miraculous qualities and powers of healing.

• This city of temples has over 500 temples built over different eras with varied architectural styles.

• The rose garden of Rajasthan - the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported the world over.

• The most varied terrain in Rajasthan with sand, rock, hills, vegetation and lakes is ideal for adventure activities.

• Proximity to a number of heritage properties in the area.

• A number of fairs and festivals in Pushkar, especially on the new and full moon days.

• The Dargah of Khwaja Moin-Uddin-Chishti amongst the most sacred Muslims shrines is located at near by Ajmer.

• An opportunity to visit local villages still free from commercialization.

Other factors that make Pushkar an attractive tourist destination are:

• Proximity to Delhi.

• Located on the main tourist circuit of Rajasthan, Jaipur - Jodhpur and Jaipur - Udaipur.

• Connected by the NH 8 road linking Delhi and Bombay.

• Ideally connected by rail - The Shatabdi connects Delhi to Ajmer.

• An ideal extension to the Golden Triangle itinerary i.e. Delhi - Pushkar - Jaipur - Agra - Delhi or alternately Delhi - Agra - Jaipur - Pushkar - Delhi.

• A convenient start, mid or end point in an itinerary of Rajasthan.

Pushkar, nestled amidst the Aravalli hills, retains the charm and aura of peace and tranquility. A visit to Pushkar will leave you with memories that will linger a lifetime.