»From Jaipur To The Twin Towns Of Ajmer And Pushkar
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By Akash Singh
Updated: Friday, October 26, 2018, 16:25 [IST]
Located in the royal state of Rajasthan, the twin towns of Pushkar and Ajmer are famous amongst tourists as pilgrimage centres. Surrounded by the beautiful Aravalli Hills, these historic towns are some of the most visited places in the state. Even though their history is still is a debatable topic, they are believed to have been in existence for thousands of years. While Pushkar is famous for Brahma Temple and Pushkar Annual Fair, Ajmer is famous for Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Ajmer Jain Temple. Today, these gorgeous towns are frequented by millions of tourists from all over the country.
Due to their location in the vicinity of Jaipur, they make for perfect weekend getaways. If you are looking for places in Rajasthan where you can literally feel devotion and serenity in the atmosphere, then you must plan a tour of these twin towns. Read on to know more about them.
Best Time To Visit Ajmer And Pushkar
Being a religious centre, it is a year-round destination and is visited by devotees and tourists throughout the year. However, if you want to avoid the summer heat of Rajasthan, then the best time to visit Ajmer and Pushkar is from October until the end of March. During this period, the surroundings are green and the weather is pleasant.
How To Reach Ajmer And Pushkar
By Air: The nearest airport to Ajmer and Pushkar is located in Jaipur.
By Rail: Ajmer is well connected to all other major cities and towns by rail. Hence, you can catch a direct train from Jaipur to Ajmer. The distance between Ajmer and Pushkar is 15 km. Once you have reached Ajmer, you can take a direct cab or opt for the public transport to reach Pushkar. It will take you an approximate time of 2 h to reach Ajmer from Jaipur.
By Road: Ajmer has a commendable road connectivity, and therefore it is easily accessible by road.
Route 1: Jaipur - Kishangarh - Ajmer - Pushkar
Route 2: Jaipur - Roopangarh - Ajmer - Pushkar
As route 1 will take 40 min lesser in comparison to the other route, thereby, reaching your destination within 2 h 20 min, it is a preferable route. On your way, you can also take a break at Kishangarh and explore its beautiful surroundings.
Kishangarh is located at a distance of about 34 km from Ajmer and 101 km from Jaipur and is known as the marble city of India. As per historical records, it was founded by a Rajput prince Kishan Singh in the early 17th century and since then, it has been a major town in the state.
From temples to forts and lakes to palaces, there are numerous places within its boundaries which will certainly interest you. These places include Gundolav Lake, Kishangarh Fort, Phool Mahal Palace and Khoda Ganesh Ji Temple.
Final Destination - Ajmer And Pushkar
Ajmer is located at a distance of about 135 km from Jaipur and is generally the base camp for visitors heading towards Pushkar. However, over a period of time, it has also become a significant tourist destination in the state.
Therefore, they have been popularised as the twin towns of Rajasthan. The distance between Ajmer and Pushkar is just 15 km. Even though both of them are famous as religious centres, there is still a lot to explore within their boundaries. Following is the list of places you must visit while in and around Ajmer and Pushkar.
Places To Visit In Ajmer
Taragarh Fort
Located atop Taragarh Hills and overlooking the core settlement of Ajmer, Taragarh Fort is one of the most popular historical places in the town. It was built by the King Ajaypal Chauhan and was the royal residence of his successors. Today, the fort is a magnificent spot to explore the history of Ajmer and is visited by thousands of tourists every year.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah
Undoubtedly, the most popular shrine, Ajmer Sharif Dargah is a religious site dedicated to Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, a Muslim preacher, scholar and philosopher, who lived in the 12th century. The shrine was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and it was the place Mughal King Akbar and his quee used to visit and offer prayers.
Anasagar Lake
If you would love to just relax and get lost in the serenity of Ajmer, then you must visit Anasagar Lake. Sitting on its banks and gazing at its beautiful waters is certainly a soothing experience. The lake was built by King Anaji in the early 12th century. You can also find a lovely garden built by the Mughal King Jahangir here.
Apart from the above-discussed places, the prominent places in Ajmer which deserve to be explored include Ajmer Jain Temple, Nareli Jain Temple, Akbari Fort, Lake Foy Sagar and Mayo College.
Places To Visit In Pushkar
Pushkar Lake
One of the most frequented places in the town, Pushkar Lake is considered as a holy place amongst Hindus as it is believed to be the place where a lotus fell from the hand of Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe. Therefore, a dip in the holy waters of Pushkar Lake is believed to wash away the sins of an individual.
Brahma Temple
Unarguably, the splendour of Pushkar, Brahma Temple was built in the 14th century and is one of the highly revered pilgrimage sites in the country amongst Hindus. It is one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma, and hence it is a significant place. A trip to Ajmer and Pushkar is certainly incomplete without visiting Brahma Temple.
Even though Pushkar is known only for its holy lake and highly revered Brahma Temple, there is a lot to savour within its boundaries. Apart from the above-given places, you can also visit Gurudwara Singh Sabha, Savitri Temple, Varaha Temple and Gautama Maharishi Temple. One more thing for which Pushkar is immensely popular is its annual cattle fair, which is held for five days and is attended by people from all over the state.
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