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	Family Must-Do's
	One of the oldest towns in the country, Pushkar is held in reverence by every Hindu. The rich culture and tradition the town affords makes it a must visit place for everyone. Be there with your entire family, for it has a lot to offer to everyone. Live the rich culture and tradition at the numerous temples that line the entire town. The place offers a lot of interesting things for kids too. Take your kids for a camel or horse safari, something they are sure to love. And finally don’t miss the wildlife and jungle safari that the place has to offer.


	Things to See
	Pushkar Lake: This is the centerpoint of all activities in Pushkar. Legend has it that the lake was created when Lord Brahma dropped a lotus petal on the site. A Brahma temple, the only in the country, is a popular place of pilgrimage here. The holy lake is flanked by 52 ghats where pilgrims come for a holy dip. Also, 500 temples and 52 palaces surround this lake. Brahma Temple: This is the most revered temple in Pushkar, being the only temple in the country dedicated to the Lord. Legends believe that Brahma performed a yajna here. The temple is marked by a red sphere and the entrance gateway has a Hans or goose, Brahma’s vehicle. Varah Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and houses an image of Vishnu as his incarnation of a wild boar. Savitri Temple: This temple is dedicated to Godess Savitri, Brahma's wife. It is located on the highest hill in Pushkar and is accessible by a long flight of stairs. Catch a panoramic view of the Pushkar Lake and sand dunes from the top of this hill. Rangji Temple: Rangji or Ranganatha temple is known for its typical south Indian style of architecture. The temple has an image of Lord Vishnu. It’s gopuram and pillars are crafted in gold as a mythical bird. Pushkar Camel Fair: Pushkar is best known for its cattle fair, the largest of its kind, which is hosted in the month of October or November. During this time, camels are bought, sold, drecked up and raced. The fair witnesses villagers coming from all parts of the state. The evenings witness folkdances and dramas. The market set up at this time also offers vibrant Rajasthani costumes, jewellery, embroidered fabrics and tiny trinkets.


	Gourmet Treats
	There are quite a few restaurants that serve all kinds of food. Hotel Pushkar Palace offers regular food and also has a bakery that serves delicious items. Sunset Café is located by the lake and offers striking views especially in the evening. You can also opt for some multi-cuisine at Venus Restaurant, Moon Dance and Raju Garden Restaurant.


	Shopping Delights
	Pushkar offers some unusual trinkets as souvenirs to travelers. You can pick up some Rajasthani textiles, clothes with embroidery and ethnic jewellery. Also available are miniature paintings, leather goods, brass wares, puppets and pottery. The major shopping areas in the city are Sarafa Bazaar, Baza Bazaar and Kedalganj Bazaar, which has beads, colourful bangles, embroidered clothes and camel cover.

Hotels in Agra

Star	Hotel name	Rate(Rs.)*	Inclusions

	Hotel Peacock Holiday Resort	1660
	Pushkar Villas Resort	2387
	Shyama Resort Hotel	2500
	Royal Safari Camp	3438
	Hotel Teerth Palace	3816
	Pushkar Bagh - A Luxury Tented Resort	5000
	Pushkar Resorts	5956

* All the above rates are per person per night

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