Pushkar is a nature-lover's paradise snuggled in the laps of the Aravali hills and beautified by the serene lake. It is famous for the Pushkar fair held in November. It attracts more than 11,000 camels, horses and cattle. There are luxury tented camps available for tourists at the fair. Those who have attended this fair often call it a lifetime experience.The sacred Pushkar Lake which according to a legend was created by Lord Brahma, the 52 ghats and 500 temples has added a mythical charm to the place making it a place of Hindu pilgrimage.
Pushkar is also known as 'the rose garden of Rajasthan because of its fragrant roses whose essence is exported all over the world. The tranquil and spiritual ambience of Pushkar, the dwindling lanes, the rooftop restaurants and the colorful fairs and festivals make a tourist fall in love with the place.
The most important temple in Pushkar is the Temple of Lord Brahma, one of the holy trinity of Hinduism. In fact it is the only Hindu shrine in the world where Lord Brahma is worshipped. The temple enshrines a life-size idol of Lord Brahma.The temple is built in beautiful white marble, with steps leading to the main shrine. The central shikhara is a bright red with the figure of the 'hansa' (swan) over it. Pujas here are strictly performed by sanyasi pujaris.
Pushkar is surrounded by many hills one of the hills on the southwest houses the Savitri Temple. The temple houses a magnificent statue of Goddess Savitri. It is strenuous and hard climb uphill but the views are wonderful and worthwhile.
Other noteworthy temples of the pilgrim place are the 19th century Mahadeva Temple that id dedicated to Lord Shiva, Rangaji Temple that is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the Varaha Temple that is also dedicated to a deity who is one of the incarnations of Vishnu. All these temples exhibit outstanding art and craftsmanship.
The colorful and vibrant Pushkar Bazaar is a shopper's delight. The Pushkar Bazaar offers a variety of items, especially during the annual Pushkar Fair. One can buy great souvenirs like Rajasthani costumes and puppets, embroidered fabrics, souvenirs, bangles and beads, decorative pieces and accessories, curios, embroidered shoes, brass items and so on.
Held each November at the time of the Kartik Purnima full moon, Pushkar cattle Fair is one of India’s most highly-rated travel experiences, a spectacle on an epic scale, attracting more than 11,000 camels, horses and cattle and visited by over 400,000 people over a period of around fourteen days. Thousands of pilgrims take a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake. For visitors it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the colour, spectacle and carnival of one of the last great traditional melas, which brings livestock, farmers, traders and villagers from all over Rajasthan.This spectacular event is worth witnessing when the cold November nights are lit up by the lurid campfires and the folk dance and music performances cast a magical spell.
The colorful and vibrant Pushkar Bazaar is a shopper's delight. The Pushkar Bazaar offers a variety of items, especially during the annual Pushkar Fair. One can buy great souvenirs like Rajasthani costumes and puppets, embroidered fabrics, souvenirs, bangles and beads, decorative pieces and accessories, curios, embroidered shoes, brass items and so on.
Held each November at the time of the Kartik Purnima full moon, Pushkar cattle Fair is one of India’s most highly-rated travel experiences, a spectacle on an epic scale, attracting more than 11,000 camels, horses and cattle and visited by over 400,000 people over a period of around fourteen days. Thousands of pilgrims take a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake. For visitors it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the colour, spectacle and carnival of one of the last great traditional melas, which brings livestock, farmers, traders and villagers from all over Rajasthan.This spectacular event is worth witnessing when the cold November nights are lit up by the lurid campfires and the folk dance and music performances cast a magical spell.
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