A guide to the 2017 Pushkar Fair and its essential experiences

The Pushkar camel show or Pushkar Mila, as locally known, is the five-day annual exhibition held in Pushkar City between October and November. It is one of the largest beauty shows in the world. In addition to buying and selling livestock, it has become a famous tourist attraction. Competitions such as "Phone Matka," "Longest Mustache" and "Wedding Contest" are the main attractions of this show, which attracts thousands of tourists. In recent years, the show also hosted a cricket match between the local Pushkar club and a team of foreign tourists.

Dates of the Pushkar Festival - October 23 to November 4, 2017

Explore Pushkar, the city of fairs and festivals

Pushkar is one of those oldest cities in India. The peaceful town of Pushkar, northwest of Ajmer, is a popular destination for thousands of tourists and believers gathered in Rajasthan. At the height of 510 meters, Pushkar hills surround three sides. The "Nag Bahar," literally Mount Snakes, forms the natural border between Ajmer and Pushkar. Known as "Rose Garden of Rajasthan," the essence of the famous Rose Pushkar is exported worldwide. With a tremendous legendary history, a heritage of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar an exciting city.

The legend says that Brahma, the creator of the universe, dropped a lotus that led to the immediate creation of a lake. Then he decided to name the place after the flower and hence the name Pushkar. The city of Pushkar is home to the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the world. The Hindus make a trip to Pushkar for the last pilgrimage that must be undertaken to obtain salvation.

Pushkar Lake

According to the Hindu scriptures, the sacred lake of Pushkar is called "Tirtha Raj," the king of all the sites of pilgrimage. No pilgrimage means considered complete if it not submerged in the sacred Pushkar Lake. Semicircular and about 8-10 meters deep, Pushkar Lake is surrounded by 52 bath capsules and more than 400 temples, and in fact is a great attraction.

Brahma Temple

Located in the picturesque Pushkar Valley, beyond Nanga Parbat and Lake Anasagar, the Brahma Temple occupies a unique position in the minds of the Indians. It is the only temple in the world dedicated to Brahma. This temple was built in marble and decorated with silver coins. He is recognizable in turn red and the image of a swan that is considered sacred to Lord Brahma. The idol of Chaturmukhi of Lord Brahma found in the inner sanctuary. A marble statue of the sun god is in the temple. Interestingly, while all the gods are shown barefoot, Surya appears in old warrior boots.

Gurudwara Singh Sabha

Gurudwara Singh Sabha, located in the eastern part of Pushkar, was built at the beginning of the 19th century to remember the visits of the first and tenth guru: Guru Nanak Dev and Guru Govind Singhji.

Varaha Temple

The temple of Varaha is the most significant and oldest temple in Pushkar. This temple remained built by King Anaji Chauhan, the master of the 12th century, and the third incarnation of Lord Vishnu lives dedicated as a boar. According to legend, Varaha saved the earth from the depths of Urwassers where he was shot down by a demon (Hirnayaksh). This is one of the commonly visited temples in Pushkar.

Temple of Savitri

This temple is the first wife of Brahma, the goddess Savitri, dedicated and stands on a hill just behind the Brahma temple. When you climb the long staircase to the temple, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the lake and the surrounding temples and dunes. The presence of the only Brahma temple in Pushkar is the result of the curse of Brahma Savitri because he married another Gayatri goddess when he began his yagna in Pushkar.

Rangji Temple

The Rangji temple, elegant and catchy, is another famous shrine that witnessed thousands of pilgrims and tourists every year. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rangji, who would be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The influence of the South Indian style, the Rajput style and the Mughal style in the architecture of the temple is very striking. The "gopuram" tower, which is mainly prevalent in temples in southern India, is another feature of the temple, which attracts visitors.

Pap Mochini Temple

The Papanicolaou Mochini temple, headed by the deity Ekadasi Mata, is designed to provide relief to the followers of their cardinal sins. The temple is located in the northern part of Pushkar and is like a pearl in the Pushkar crown. With its enormous spiritual importance and magnificent architecture, the Pap Mochini temple is one of the most popular temples in Rajasthan.

Temple of Sri Panchkund Shiva

Five Pandavas built the temple of Sri Panchkund Shiva. Located at the eastern end of the city this temple, is about 2-3 km from the lake.

Maheshwar Temple

This magnificent 12th-century temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has an underground component. The intricate sculptures of Hemadpanti architectural style give this temple a beautiful appearance. Thousands of faithful come here to pay homage to the favorable time of Shivaratri when Lord Shiva is ritually respected.

Man Mahal

The Man Mahal is one of the most magnificent palaces in Pushkar. Built as a guest house by Raja Man Singh I, this castle is one of the most attractive places in Pushkar. It was built to work as a royal guest house during Raja Man Singh I. The Rajasthani architecture of the imperial era, which adorns the palace, makes it a visual gift. Now it has been transformed into a historic hotel called Hotel RTDC Sarovar, which allows tourists to enjoy not only the beauty of the palace but also the breathtaking views of the lakes and temples that surround the lake.

How will I come here?

The Sanganer terminal in Jaipur is the closest at a distance of 146 kilometers.

Pushkar well connected with the national roads of Rajasthan. Regular buses connect Pushkar with the principal cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Ajmer from the Ajmer bus stop.

The Pushkar Terminus station, in service since 2012, is connected to the Ajmer station at a distance of 11 kilometers.

Ajmer (the magnificent objective of Dargah)

The city of Ajmer takes its name from 'Ajay Meru.' Approximately translated, it means "invincible hills." Located in the Aravallis southwest of Jaipur, Ajmer was founded in the 7th century by Raja Ajaypal Chauhan. Until the end of the 12th century, Ajmer was the epicenter of the Chauhan dynasty. After the loss of Prithviraj Chauhan to Mohammed Ghori in 1193, Ajmer became the seat of several families. Most of the Mughals considered it their favorite destination due to the presence of the holy Ajmer Sharif Dargah.

One of the first meetings between the Mughals King Jahangir and Supreme Court Ambassador Isabel, Sir Thomas Roe, took place here in 1616. Centuries later, the city was ceded to the British, making Ajmer the only region of Rajputana controlled directly by the East India Company. Ajmer is now considered an educational and cultural center.

Ajmer is the home of the famous Dargah Sharif that houses the tomb of Garib Nawaz, also identified as Moinuddin Chisti, the founder of the Sufi Chisti Order. Ajmer is also known for Mayo College, one of the first schools in the country, which has been a springboard for British education. It is also a holy city for Hindus and Muslims and is known as the center of history, culture, and beauty.

Ajmer Sharif Dargah (Ajmer's most famous and most visited attraction)

The Ajmer Sharif Dargah is considered one of the most sacred Muslim shrines in India and is also a symbol of the city of Ajmer. Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chishti, a Sufi saint from Persia, was immortalized here. According to its secular teachings, its doors are open to people of all faiths and religions. Some say Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chishti believed he was a direct descendant of Muhammad and preached his gospel to the masses. During his world tour, Muhammad urged him to visit India. He reached Ajmer through Lahore and made his native land in 1192 until his death in 1236. The Mughal king Humayun built the sanctuary in honor of this saint. Through a series of solid silver doors leading to a courtyard, where the tomb of the saint, you can enter the Dargah. Made of marble and gold, the current tomb is guarded by a silver handrail and a marble screen. During his reign, Emperor Akbar undertook a pilgrimage to Ajmer every year. He and Emperor Shah Jahan built mosques in the sanctuary complex. The visitors of the sanctuary are impressed by the atmosphere of peace and serenity that creates the combination of flowers, sweets and burning incense sticks.

Adhai Din Ka Jhonpda

The Adhai Din Ka Jhonpda was built as a Sanskrit college, but later became a mosque by the Sultan Ghori 1198th An impressive mix of Indo-Islamic architecture, the Sultan of Iltutmish structure was enriched in 1213. According to legend the mosque as Adhai din kaJhonpda (literally: the cabin of two and a half days) is known for only half a day, which took place here in the 18th century by Urs.

University of Mayo

Mayo College is one of the oldest independent boarding schools in India. Founded in 1875 and named after Richard Bourke, sixth Earl of May, Mayo College was created to give the descendants of princely states an education that is similar to Eton College in the United Kingdom. John Lockwood Kipling, father of the Nobel prize winner Rudyard Kipling, as director of the Mayo School, delivered the design of the emblem that shows a Rajput and a Bhil warrior. The university building is one of the best examples of an Indo-Saracenic architectural style.

Anasagar Lake

Lake Anasagar is a scenic artificial lake, built and commissioned between 1135 and 1150 by Arnoraj Chauhan, son of Ajaypal Chauhan. Arnoraj was more known as Anaji, which provides the lake its name. Many years later, the Mughal emperor Jahangir added his touch to the lake by building the DaulatBagh gardens near the lake. Emperor Shah Jahan also contributed to the expansion by making five pavilions, known as the Baradari, between the garden and the pond.

Soniji Ki Nasiyan

Sonijiki Nasiyan, also known as Ajmer Jain Temple, is an excellent example of ornate architecture and is dedicated to Adinath or Risabh. Its entrance is red stone and marble staircase is engraved inside with images of Tirthankars saints - omniscient teacher of the Jain faith imparted justice. Built at the end of the 19th century this temple is one of the richest in India. The main bedroom, Swarna Nagari (City of Gold), very appropriate name due to the many figures of gilded wood that it houses inside its walls. This famous architectural wonder stands mentioned in Kurt Titze's book "Jainism: An Illustrated Guide to the Religion of Nonviolence."

Lake Foy Sagar

A beautiful artificial lake that looks flat, Foy Sagar Lake was built in 1892 by an English engineer, M. Foy. Interestingly, this work was carried out to ensure the hunger for wage labor for the natives. Lake Foy Sagar offers a beautiful design of the Aravalli mountain.

Nareli Jain Temple

Jin Narili Temple in Ajmer, also known as Shri Gyanduathirthashitra, is located on the outskirts of Ajmer on the main road of Jaipur. This modern building is celebrated as an ideal blend of traditional and contemporary architectural styles. It consists of 24 small temples in its vicinity. They are known as Jinalay and represent Jane Thirkansars. The temple of Narilay Jain is a major place for the pilgrimage of Dejumbara ham.

Temple of Sai Baba

The Sai Baba temple in Ajmer was built in 1999 by Suresh K Lal, a resident of the city of Garib Nawaz, an area of ​​more than five Cheetos (or more than two acres) Ajay Nagar. It is one of the several modern architectural structures. And it is trendy among all the devotees of Sai Baba. The temple is built of the purest marble, shines through the unique quality of a

Ajmer Government Museum

The Government Museum of Ajmer is one of the leading tourist destinations of Ajmer. The museum is located in the magnificent fortified palace of the legendary Mughal emperor Akbar, built in 1570. The museum is also known as the Bharatpur Museum and houses a rich collection of archaeological artifacts. In addition to stone carvings, inscriptions, and armor, shows the most beautiful paintings of the former Maharaja of Bharatpur.

How to go to the Pushkar Fair 2017?

The nearest airport is Jaipur, 138 kilometers away.

You can take a bus from almost any city in Rajasthan and its surroundings and come here. These include Agra, Aligarh, Bikaner, Bharatpur, Jaipur, Barmer, Haridwar, Chittorgarh, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Nagaur.

Ajmer is on the Delhi-Jaipur-Marwar-Ahmedabad-Mumbai railway line. It is well connected by train since most of the passengers stop on this road to Ajmer.