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 Pushkar (Rajasthan)


Introduction: Pushkar  is a town in the state of Rajasthan in India. Pushkar means born due to a flower. In Hindu mythology it is said that the gods released a swan with a lotus in its beak and let it fall on earth where Brahma would perform a grand Yagna.

History: Historically, Pushkar always had great strategic importance and was sacked by Mahumud of Ghazni on one of his periodic forays from Afghanistan. Later it became a favorite residence of the great Moghula. One of the first contacts between the Moghula and the British occurred in Pushkar when Sir Thomas Roe met with Jahangir here in 1616. The city was subsequently taken by the Scindias and, in 1818, it was handed over to the British, becoming one of the few places in Rajasthan controlled directly by British rather than being part of a princely state.

Description: The place where the lotus fell was called Pushkar. It is situated 14 Km from Ajmer and is one of the five sacred dhams (pilgrimage sites for devout Hindus) It is often called "Tirth Raj" - the king of pilgrimage sites - and has in recent years become a popular destination for foreign tourists. ushkar lies on the shore of Pushkar lake. It has five principal temples, many smaller temples and 52 ghats where pilgrims descend to the lake to bathe in the sacred waters. One of the primary temples is the 14th century temple dedicated to Brahma, the Hindu god of creation. Very few temples to Lord Brahma exist anywhere in the world. Other temples of Brahma include those at Besakih in Bali, Bithoor in Uttar Pradesh, India,  village asotra near balotra city of barmer district in rajasthan INDIA and Prambanan in Indonesia.

Pushkar Quick facts



  • Pushkar Geography and Climate

    Geography: Pushkar is located at 26.50N 74.550E. It has an average elevation of 510 meters (1673 feet). The picturesque Pushkar is set in a valley just about 14 kilometers off Ajmer in the north Indian state of Rajasthan. Surrounded by hills on three sides and sand dunes on the fourth, Pushkar forms a fascinating location and a befitting backdrop for the annual religious and cattle fair.

    Climate: Pushkar has an extreme climate with high climatic variations between the seasons. Summers have hot days though the nights can be cold. Temperature remains in the range of 10ºC in the winters. There is not much of rain in Pushkar even during the monsoon. The best time to visit the place is in the winters and (September to March)


  • Best time to visit Pushkar

    Pushkar has an extreme climate with high climatic variations between the seasons. Summers have hot days though the nights can be cold. Temperature remains in the range of 10ºC in the winters. There is not much of rain in Pushkar even during the monsoon. The best time to visit the place is in the winters and (September to March)


  • Pushkar Orientation

    The walled 'pink city' is situated in the north-east of Jaipur while the new parts have spread away to the south and westy The main shopping centre in the old city is Johari Bazaar or the jeweller's market. Unlike other shopping centres in narrow alleys in India and Asia this one is broad and open. Mirza Ismail Rd is the main street of the new part of Jaipur and the modern shopping centre.


  • Pushkar Distance(s)

    • Ajmer : 14 km
    • Jaipur : 145 km
    • Udaipur : 289 km
    • Jodhpur : 214km
    • Delhi : 403 km

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  • How to reach Pushkar by Road

    Pushkar is 11 km from main Ajmer bus stand. Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe buses from Jaipur. There are buses from Jaipur to Ajmer every 15 minutes, some nonstop. The roads are very good, and it takes around 3 hrs from Jaipur. You can also come by hire private cars.


  • How to reach Pushkar by Rail

    The nearest railway station for Pushkar is Ajmer, which is on the Broad Gauge and hence connected to all the metro cities of India. There are daily trains from Delhi in morning (Shatabdhi Exp).


  • How to reach Pushkar by Air

    The nearest airport from Pushkar is Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected to all the major cities which includes Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Jodhpur, Udaipur. Recently, flights to Dubai has also started from Pushkar by Indian Airlines.

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    Pushkar Festivals and culture



  • Pushkar Festivals

    Pushkar Festival: It is celebrated on the day Kartik poornima (night of the full moon), the day, according to legend, which the Hindu god Brahma sprung up the lake, thus numerous people swim in the sacred water. that times all hotel are much money so pls, that times you can stay in ajmer, then u come dally in pushkar


  • Pushkar Culture

    Pushkar culture is best seen and experienced during the time of the Pushkar Fair. The small town of Pushkar, situated at 13 km from Ajmer in Rajasthan, becomes vibrant and colorful during the days of the fair. The people, the sadhus, the shops, the food, the whole ambiance becomes an epitome of Pushkar culture.

    One of the most popular religious sites in India, Pushkar, is the location of the only temple dedicated to Brahma, the creator of the universe according to the Hindu mythology. The culture of Pushkar reflects the colors of Rajasthan, the lively people, the faith and beliefs, the piety of the devotees. The colorless deserts of Rajasthan provide a perfect background for the myriad hues of Pushkar culture.

    Hinduism as a religion has immense importance in Pushkar. The temples and ghats, all the holy places in and around the town are revered by the people of India. The blessings of Lord Brahma that is believed to be gained from visiting Pushkar makes it a significant pilgrimage spot. The essence of the culture of Pushkar is reflected by the religiuos practices, the people, their language and the traditions they follow.


  • Pushkar Religious Places

    Brahma temple: This is an important pilgrim centre for the Hindus. It is nestled in the Pushkar valley which lies beyond Nagaparvat and the Anasagar lake. Brahma Temple The most famous temple in Pushkar, this is the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma (the creator of the universe according to Hindu mythology) in the entire country. You can identify it by its red spire and by the image of a hans(the goose considered sacred to Lord Brahma).This temple built with marble is decorated with silver coins and there is a silver turtle on the floor of the temple.

    Savitri Temple: This is the temple dedicated to Lord Brahma's first wife. It is located on the hill behind the Brahma temple, and one has to climb a long series of steps to reach the destination. It gives a panoramic view of the lake and surrounding sand dunes.

    Rangji Temple: The gracious temple is very conpicuous,due to its south Indian style of architecture. It has a high rising 'Gopuram' typical of southern India.

    Waraha Temple: The Warah temple houses an image of lord Vishnu in the incarnation of wild boar.The temples of Brahma and Warah are considered equally important. This ancient temple belived to be constructed by King Anaji Chauhan (1123-1150). Mythologically a very important temple temple and is believed that Vishnu came on the earth in the incarnation of Warah(wild boar) to kill the demon Hirnayaksh and liberate the land from his atrocities.


  • Pushkar Monuments

    Kuchaman: Famous for its fort, a visit to Kuchaman takes you to the magic of a bygone era. You can view the life of Meera Bai in miniature paintings in the Meera Mahal. In the Lok Dev Temple appreciate the beautiful paintings of Lok Devatas such as Sant Tejaji, Sant Gogaji, Sant Pabu Rathore, Baba Ram Dev, Sant Kesaria Kanwarji, Sant Jamboji, Sant Ravi Das, Sant Kabir, Guru Nanak and Khawaja Moinu-din-chisti.

    Kishangarh: This was a princely state ruled by the Rathores and located on National Highway 8. Apart from its fort, the Kishangarh is known for the miniature paintings style known as Kishangarh Art. Phool Mahal (Flower Palace), now converted into a hotel is the main attraction inside the fort. Kishangarh is also known its rich storehouse of marbles.

    Roopangarh: This was built by King Roop Singh of Kishangarh in 1648. Originally a nine-turreted fort, new additions were continuously made to in the coming years. Difference in the architectural styles can be easily observed in the fort.

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    Pushkar Entertainment and Night Life




  • Kidding around Pushkar

    The town clings to the side of Pushkar Lake, which has 52 bathing ghats and 500 whitewashed temples. It is said to have once been crammed with crocodiles, but now giant carp rule the water. This is an extremely important pilgrimage centre for Hindus. The water around each ghat is said to have special powers, ranging from bestowing fertility, beauty, charm and wisdom to curing leprosy. Tourists may enter the ghats, but are asked to do so with respect — no shoes, smoking, taking of pictures or kidding around

    Camel safaris are popular tourist activities. The Aravalli Range, one of the world's oldest, has sandy fields, small dunes, beautiful hills and superb sunrises and sunsets. There are small villages along the way and if you time your visit for crop harvesting time, it's particularly beautiful. Logging is banned in some areas, but poor policing has seen much of the once dense forest lost to building and fuel.


  • Pushkar Shopping

    Pushkar's narrow main bazaar is lined with an assortment of absorbing little shops. Here you'll come across everything from late'60s-timewarp clothing to Rajasthani turbans, from statues of Ganesh to the novels of Salman Rushdie. Particularly good buys include costume jewellery, glass lamps, embroidered fabrics such as wall hangings and shoulder bags, Rajasthani puppets and traditional music. Much of the stock comes from the Barmer district south of Jaisalmer and other tribal areas of Rajasthan. You'll have to haggle, as Pushkar has long been exposed to tourists with money to burn and little time to burn it. There's the usual nonsense about 'last price' quotes that aren't negotiable take your time and visit a few shops.


  • Famous To Eat at Pushkar

    The food at Pushkar was perfect for the western taste...not too spicy but very traditional. Malai Kofta, Paneer Bhurji, Vegetable Raita, Missi Roti are some of the choices.  No eggs meat or alcohol is available or allowed in Pushkar


  • Gardens and Parks at Pushkar

    Bathing Ghats, Pushkar: The Bathing Ghats in Pushkar are visited by pilgrims from across the country. Meant for the religiously inclined, these bathing Ghats are unique in their own ways. There are fifty-two bathing Ghats in Pushkar. The water of each Ghat is blessed with sacred powers. The Naga Kund is supposed to give fertility, Roop Tirth provides beauty and Tourist Destinations in India,charm, Kapil Vyapi Kund cures leprosy and a plunge into the Mrikand Muni Kund endows a person with wisdom.

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


  • Lake at Pushkar

    Pushkar Lake: It is located in the town of Pushkar in Ajmer District of the Rajasthan state of western India. The beautiful Pushkar Lake is a sanctified spot, and considered as old as the creation, and has been a place of pilgrimage for the Hindus since time immemorial. It is surrounded by 52 bathing ghats, where devotees throng in large numbers to take a dip during the month of Kartik(Oct./Nov)

    Sambar Lake: Sambhar Lake is a declared wetland of international importance and a wonderful place for excursion. It is a place where horizons stretch to infinity and water and sky merge in a shimmer of gauzy blue. The lake is considered as the bird watchers paradise and home to around 140 species of avifauna.


  • Pushkar Seasonals

    Weather & Best Season of Pushkar
    Pushkar has a hot and sultry climate. Summers (March to June) are very hot and mercury level rises up to 40°C. Minimum summers temperature is 25°C. Winters (November to February ) are pleasant. During this season, temperature ranges with a maximum 22°C and minimum 8°C. Monsoons (July to September ) offer average rainfall and are very humid.

    Pushkar festival in the month of November is celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm. This attracts huge number of tourists and the region will be busy with the festivities and fairs of camels and cattle.

    Best time to visit here is from October to March, may avoid the days with heavy rainfal

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    Pushkar Tips



  • Pushkar Travel Tips

    • The closest centre with adequate medical facilities is available in Ajmer with private nursing homes and government hospitals.
    • If you Need any kinda of medical help ask your Tour Operator to assist you or you may consult Mittle Hospital Situated at Ajmer.
    • During the moment you get down from train or bus, You may be surrounded by guys who will always try to extract money & get business out of you. Do bargain with them & strike on the most economic deal. Its your right
    • Any kind of donation is totally depends upon your will.
    • There are plenty of Banks and Money Changer are available in Local Market you can convert your money to Indian Rs (INR).
    • Here in India SBI is Considered as largest chain of ATMs.To find near by SBI ATM You May Call toll free number 1 800 112 211
    • Always prefer to book your hotel before your arrival. Specially during the pushkar fair. Due to mass arrival of tourist generally hotel's are preoccupied. It will be a wiser idea to reserve your seat first.
    • Before coming to pushkar It would be a wiser idea to check the weather conditions during your visit. Although pushkar have tourist friendly weather.But Best time to visit is July-March.You will love to visit arround in Aug-Dec.
    • Pushkar Safari Mali Mohhalla Pushkar (Ajmer) Rajasthan (INDIA).PIN COD


  • Pushkar ATM's

    State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur     
    TEMPLE,
    OPP.NIMAJ TEMPLE BHARMA MANDIR ROAD,
    PUSHKAR,
    PUSHKAR, RAJASTHAN - 305022


  • Must do at Pushkar

    • Great shopping place
    • Camel tour. From 1 hour to several days
    • Temple on the top of the mountain - a tough one hour climb from the city center.
    • Horseback Safari to the Camel Fair from Udaipur to Pushkar, the best way to arrive at the Fair and visit it in style.


  • Not to do at Pushkar

    • Pushkar follows strict vegetarianism to the extent that even eggs are forbidden nor even Meat.
    • drinking alcohol or smoking is prohibited, no matter how innocent, are interpreted as a sign of moral laxity and are not acceptable in pushkar
    • Shoes are considered impure. The cultured Hindu never wears shoes or sandals inside a temple, holy pond or shrine, nor in his home or the homes of other Hindus
    • It is improper to sit with one's legs outstretched toward a temple, shrine or altar, or even toward another person. Worshiping, meditating or sitting in the kneeling pose is not acceptable among Hindus
    • Hindu Men generally do not shake hands with women but placing hands in a prayerful gesture

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