Cities in India

Pushkar

Population                     : 12,000
Main Languages             : Rajasthani, Hindi.
Telephone area code      : 0145
Best time to visit            : October to March

11 kms from Ajmer on the edge of the desert lies the tiny tranquil town of Pushkar along the banks of the picturesque Pushkar lake – an important pilgrimate spot for Hindus.

The “Nag Pahar” or the snake mountain form a natural boundary between Ajmer and Pushkar.

Places of Interest
Pushkar Lake
According to legend, the Pushkar Lake has mythological significane associated with it. Pushkar dates back to the time when Lord Brahma was on his way in search of a tranquil land to perform a “Yagna”. A lotus fell from the hand of the lord into this valley. The lake sprang up on this spot and was dedicated to him. A Brahma temple located here is a popular place of pilgrimage.

Surrounded by hills on three sides, Pushkar abounds in temples. Of these the most famous is the Brahma temple – the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the country. The temple is marked by a red spire and over the entrance gateway is a beautiful statue of Hans of goose – the celestial carrier of Lord Brahma.

The holy lake has 52 ghats and pilgrims takings a ritual dip in the lake is a common site.

Pushkar fair
Pushkar is famous for one of the most colourful fairs of India. Lakhs of pilgrims throng the lake druing the annual cattle fair. Besides trading of horses, camels, cows and bulls, there are exciting camel cart races and cultural events. On the full moon of Kartik (Nov) pilgrims take a holdy dip in the lake.

Click here for further details of Pushkar fair.

HOW TO REACH
By Air
Nearest airport is Jaipur (135 kms).

By Train 
Nearest railway station is Ajmer (11 kms).

By Road  
135 kms from Jaipur.