Ajmer
is one of the well known pilgrimage destination of Rajasthan and
significantly it hold equal importance for Hindus as well as Muslims. Ajmer
is popular for the Dargah Sharif-tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin
Chisti. Pushkar is a nearby city, separated from Ajmer by Nag Pahar, the
'Snake Mountain' is right on the edge of the desert. The town clings to the
small but beautiful Pushkar Lake with its many bathing ghats and temples. An
important pilgrimage center for Hindus, it is internationally famed for its
huge Camel and Cattle Fair. During the fair, Rajasthani tribals, Indian
pilgrims. Both destination are famous as pilgrimage destination of
Rajasthan.
Getting there
Fly Away : Nearest Airport is at Jaipur (138 kms).
On Tracks : Ajmer and Puskar are well linked by rail to Delhi,
Agra, Ahmedabad, Barmer, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mount Abu and
to Bombay Via Ahmedabad.
On Wheels : Ajmer is well connected by road with Agra (370 km),
Bikaner (234 km), Delhi (444 km), Jaipur (138 km), Jaisalmer (458 km),
Jodhpur (205 km) and Udaipur (269 km).
Sightseeing Overview
Ajmer Shrief
Situated southwest of Jaipur (134 kms) is Ajmer, the most sacred of all
Muslim places of pilgrimage in India. The revered Sufi saint, Khwaja
Muin-ud-din Chisti, who came to Ajmer from Persia in 1192, died in 1236 and
was buried here. His tomb, the Dargah is visited by thousands of devout
Muslims every year. The shrine was erected by Humayun. The Dargah also has
mosques which were built by rulers such as Shah Jahan, Jahangir and Akbar.
Akbar used to make a pilgrimage to Ajmer every year from Agra
Taragarh Fort
Erected by Ajaipal Chauhan, the founder of the city in the 7th century,
Taragarh fort is located about 3 km from the city of Ajmer. A steep climb up
rewards the weary visitor with an amazing birds eye view of Ajmer.
Brahma Temple
Nestled on the Pushkar valley, the Brahma temple is one of the most revered
pilgrimage centre for the Hindus. The Brahma temple lies beyond Nagaparvat
and the Anasagar lake. This place, full of natural beauty, holds a special
place in the hearts of Indians for it is believed that Lord Brahma, together
with all the gods and goddesses, performed a Yagya here.
Pushkar
lake
Also known as the Tirtharaj which means the king of all holy places.
Generally devotees take a dip in the holy' lake to purify themselves before
entering the temple.
Quick Facts
Best : July-March
Area : 55.76 sq.km.
Climate :
Summer : 38.1degree C 27.7 degree C
Winter : 23.3 degree C 05.5 degree C
Languages : Rajasthani, Hindi, Urdu, English, Sindhi.
Festival : Urs of Ajmer Shrief (According to the Lunar calendar)
Experiencing the Heritage
Hotel Pushkar Palace
A enchanting heritage hotel lying on the banks of the Pushkar lake. The
rooms & the open-air restaurant provides a marvelous view of the Pushkar
lake. Hotel Pushkar Palace has well appointed 28 Deluxe Rooms and 25 Suites
with all facilities in the rooms.The other facilities offered by the hotel
are Restaurant, travel desk, currency exchange, laundry, 24 hours room
service, Doctor on call, arrangement for jeep safari, horse and camafaris.
and lounge, conference facilities upto 30 persons, swimming pool in an oasis
setting, Travel desk, currency exchange and indoor games.
