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km from Ajmer on the dege of the desert lies the tiny tranquil
of Pushkar along the bank of the Picturesque Pushkar Lake
– an important Pilgrimage Spot for the Hindus. The ‘Nag
Pahar’ or the snake mountain forms a natural boundary between
Ajmer and Pushkar. The lake has a mythological associated
with it. According to myth, Lord Brahma was on his way to
Search for a Suitable Plase to perform a ‘Yagna’ (a fire
Sacrifice). While contemplating, a lotus fell from his hand
on the earth and water sproutedfrom three Places. One of
them was Pushkar where Lord Brahma performed his yagna.
Surrounded by hills on three sides, Pushkar abound in temples.
Of these the most famous is the Brahma temple – the only
temple dedicated to lord Brahma in the country.
The holy lake
has 52 ghats and pilgrims taking a ritual dip in the lake
is a common sight. Every year thousands of devotees throng
the lake around the full moon day of Kartik Purnima in October-November
to take a holy dip in the lake. A huge and colourful cattle
fair-the Pushkar Fair, is also held during this time.
Sevitri Temple:
A temple dedicated to
the first wife of Lord Brahma-the Savitri temple is located
on the hill behind the Brahma Temple which can be reached
by a flight of steps. The temple offers a panoramic view of
the lake and the surrounding desertscape.
Trevor’s Tank
( 5 km): Named after
the British engineer who constructed it, Trevor’s Tank is
a delight for birdwatchers with densely wooded hills that
are a haven to pigeons, peacocks and partridges.
Achalgarh
( 8 km): An impressive fort with some beautiful Jain
temples enclosed withing.
Guru Shikhar ( 15 km): The highest peak on the mount
(1722 mts above the sea level) allows a bird’s eye view
of the sylvan surrounding of Mt. Abu.
By Air: Jaipur
146 km is the nearest airport.
By Rail: Ajmer
11 km is the nearest railhead.
By Road: Good
road connections.
Sarover
(Man Mahal), Pushkar
This is the largest
royal house in Pushkar. It was built by Raja Man Singh I
of Amer and used by him on his trips to the holy town of
Pushkar. The palace is located on the east of Sarovar, the
sacred lake in Pushkar and gives a clear view of the banks
and the temples located around the Sarovar. This traditional
guest house has now been turned into a hotel.
Special Feature:
The palace is very close to the lake and temples, as well
as within walking distance from here.
Facilities available: Rooms
& restaurants.
Pushkar Palace,
Pushkar
 Pushkar
palace was built about 400 years ago by the Mahajaja of
Kishangarh. Situated on the edge of the lake it offers a
panoramic view of 400 temples, banks, sand dunes and the
Aravalli hills.
Well-ewuipped
to cater to all types of guests, Pushkar Palace is an ideal
to stay during the annual Pushkar fair, or any other time
of the year.
Special
Features: Jeep horse and camel safaris can be arranged
on request.
Facilities available:
32 double room, 4 single room & a restaurant.
By Road:
Jaipur - 135 kms.
By Trains : Ajmer
– 13 kms.
By Air: Jaipur
– 135 kms.
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