Pushkar is ancient town situated in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan. Pushkar is also among the pilgrimage site having many Temple. Pushkar has also world famous Brahma Temple. The town is also a hub for Rose farming. It is also famous worldwide for Pushkar Fair held in November month every year. Checkout several point of attraction in Pushkar.
Pushkar Lake
The Legendary said that Lord Brahma, the god of creation has fall down lotus and created the Pushkar Lake. Devotee believed that bathing in lake during Karthik purnima cleaned all sins. The Lake has 52 ghats for bathing and pray. There are more then 500 temples are situated surrounding the Lake.
Brahma Temple
This temple is 2000 years old and the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. The Temple is built with white marble and stone having unique architectural. During the Pushkar Fair on Karthik Purnima people celebrate the festival dedicated to Jagatpita Brahama.
Gurudwara Singh Sabha
Gurudwara located in the city of Pushkar is also one of the attraction of the Pushkar. This Gurudwara was built in respect to the visit of first and tenth guru- Guru Nanak Dev and Guru Govind Singhji.
Pushkar Camel Fair
Pushkar Camel and livestock Fair is celebrated annually during Karthik month for five days held on the bank of Pushkar Lake. Tourist from around the world visit the Pushkar to take glimpse of Pushkar Mela. This fair is one of the biggest camel fair of the world. Many antique competition such as Matkafod and longest mustache also held in the fair. there are many activities such as magic and puppet show, camel parade, ghommar dance, bridal act, slow cycle etc are also held for entertainment. Tourist also enjoyed hot Air balloon ride on Thar desert.During the Camel Mela festival one can also get the awesome local Rajasthani food available in each street of the Pushkar.
Rose Garden
Pushkar is also known for rose farming. The farmer here cultivate the Rose and export it all over the world.
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