Destination Pushkar
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.







