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.
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