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 <td class="body-text" align="justify"><img src="http://www.travelguru.com/travelguide/images/pushkar-editor.jpg" hspace="15" width="220" height="140" class="body-img" alt="Pushkar" align="right" />A small town set on the banks of the holy Pushkar Lake, Pushkar is a pilgrimage site of millions of Hindus. And for good reason too. After all, where else would you find a temple dedicated to the Creator, Lord Brahma. And not just Hindus, it is visited by numerous foreigners, all keen on getting a taste of the legends that surround this place. Visiting it is an enthralling experience - along its numerous ghats with quaint names Varaha and Gau, as continuous chants of Om, priests performing elaborate aartis, sadhus in constant meditation, pigeons flocking to the ghats, the changing hues of the Pushkar Lake… This is where you'll get your share of spiritual experience.</td>
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 <td width="74%" valign="top">Summer 
 March-June, Extreme & dry heat Temperatures - 25°C-45°C</td>
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 July-September, Low and scanty rainfall 
Annual rainfall - 38 - 51 cms</td>
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 October-March, Cool & pleasant especially at night 
Temperatures - 8°C-22°C</td>
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 <td valign="top" class="body-text">October-March, The Pushkar Camel Fair is generally held in November</td>
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It is best to walk through and explore the city. In fact a walk around the Pushkar Lake and the vibrant bazaars are excellent opportunities to get a taste of the real culture. There are bikes also available to move around.</td>
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Rajasthan Tourism 
Tourist Reception Centre 
Hotel Khadim 
Savitri Girls College Road 
Ajmer 
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		Pushkar Lake: The lifeline and centre of this town, you will obviously not miss it. Enclosed by white ghats that teem with numerous temples, the hills in the backdrop stand reflected in the waters. The only break in this white colour is the pilgrims and sadhus who move around here. Take a dip in the lake, sit at its ghats and mull over the questions of life. Believed to be the spot of the yajna done by Brahma, today a floating chhatri in the lake marks that spot. The lake has almost 52 ghats, most of them dating to about 300 years and filled at all times by devotees. Among the oldest and most auspicious ghats are Brahma, Varaha and Gau Ghats. Here, offerings of rose petals and coconuts are made for assuring peace for the souls of ancestors. In fact it is Gau Ghat where the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi were immersed. There is also a separate enclosure for women bathers. Varaha Ghat is named after Lord Vishnu and has an old temple dedicated to the Lord. Narasimha Ghat has preserved remains of a crocodile who is said to have attacked a priest some 30 years ago! Of course, no reptiles have been spotted here since!
 
		 
		 Worth spending an hour or two is at the Kishangarh Ghat, which is possibly the only ghat that is almost devoid of priests. In fact it is also possible to take a couple of photographs at the ghat, which otherwise is not permitted. Watch the waters change their hue as the sun sets behinds the Ratnagiri Hills - from orange to pink and dark red. Truly a spectacular sight. Watch the performances by the Bhopa balladeers of Rajasthan, who create beautiful music by their soft-music emanating ravanhatta.
		 
		 
		 We recommend avoiding the local priests while exploring the ghats, who are mostly looking out for avenues of getting money out of you. Try the bhang lassi, visit the Pushkar Cattle Fair, practice sessions of yoga, take a stroll around the colourful bazaars or take a rose-scented oil massage. Remember though, that consumption of non-vege food and alcohol is strictly prohibited.
		 
		 
		 Brahma Temple: Located 5 kms from the Brahma Ghat, this is the only temple dedicated to the Creator Brahma. The temple is built in typical Rajasthani style, and extensive use of marble is visible on the external complex. However, the older sanctum within is constructed in stone, though this is concealed within bright paints. The entrance is flanked by four pillars, domed ceilings and shikara over the sanctum. The pillars in the temple are painted in blue, while the dome and shikara are done in bright orange. The marble that has been used in its construction were donated from across the country, from as close as Ajmer to as far as Nepal! The entrance has silver coins coated in it, and this is a feature typicl to most temples in Pushkar. Within the sanctum in the four-faced idol of Lord Brahma with his shy bride Gayatri to his left. Facing the sanctum is a silver turtle, Brahma's pet. Open from: 6.00 am-1.30 pm, 3.00 pm-10.00 pm
		 
		 
		 Varaha Temple: Located close to the Varaha Ghat, the temple is crafted in red stones and has an elaborate entrance, reachable by 30 steps. The temple does not have too many visitors and the spacious courtyard remains empty most of the time. Of the several chhatris, only one remains, coloured in dull maroon, yellow and blue. If you wish to make an offering to the white marble idol of Vishnu, rice, cooked or raw is what you should give. Open from: 5.00 am-1.30 pm, 4.00 pm-8.00 pm
		 
		 
		 Old Rangji Temple: This is one of the best examples of a combination of Rajasthani and South Indian architecture, made for the South Indian Ramanuja Vaishnava sect. The frescoes that adorn its walls are beautiful if faded. Other features of the temple incluse lofty gopurams and chhatris. Within the inner sanctum are shrines dedicated to Krishna, Ranganathji and Ramanujacharya. Try and be there at 8.00 in the morning or evening when you would be offered the prasad of khichdi and tamarind rice. Open from: 6.45 am-noon, 4.00 pm-9.00 pm 
Note - Foreigners are not allowed within the temple
		 
		 
		 Apteshwar Temple: Located near the Varaha Ghat, this is an old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The shrine is located underground and has several lingams installed within the chambers.
		 Open from: 6.00 am-1.30 pm, 4.00 pm-8.30 pm
		 
		 
		 Savitri Temple: The interesting story of the differences between Brahma and Savitri comes to the forefront when you notice the location of the temple dedicated to her. While the Brahma Temple is located near the lake, Savitri Temple is located away from the lake, atop the Ratnagiri Hill and is a particularly steep climb of 4 kms. It provides notable views of the Pushkar town and the views are especially beautiful at sunset. This temple is visited by a large number of married women praying for the long life of their husbands.
		 Open from: 6.30 am-8.00 pm
		 
		 
		 Cultural Activities: An interesting feature of the hotels in Pushkar is the absence of televisions! But considering the options you have, it's highly unlikely that you'd get bored. There are regular yoga sessions that take place at the ghats. Enroll yourself in one! Enjoy some classical vocal and instrumental music at Badi Basti or watch the Lohan and Gujjar folk dances that take place at several corners of the city. An interesting activity you can indulge in is the camel safari that can be arranged by the hotels or cafés lining the lake. Plan an entire package, complete with camel ride, dinner with bonfire and even Rajasthani folk performances.
		 
		 
		 Merta: Located over 50 kms from Merta, Merta is more popularly known as home to Meera Bai, the poet-princess who dedicated her life to Lord Krishna. It has several forts you can visit, including Merta Fort and Malkot Fort, which is today in ruins. Another fort you can visit is the Dudagarh Fort, which is noted for its 15th century architecture. 
		 
		 
		 Located centrally is the Charbhujanath Temple, dedicated to the four-armed manifestation of Lord Krishna, the patron goddess of the Rathores, former rulers of Merta. This 400-year temple was the site of poems and bhajans recited by Meera Bai for the Lord. Apart from a statue of the Lord, there is a life-size image of Meera Bai, with the walls adorned with paintings from her life. The temple is the site of the Meera Mahotsav held annually in July.
		 
		 
		 You can also visit the Palace of Meera, which must at one time have been beautiful, but is today quite dilapidated. You can also visit the Shahi Jama Masjid, a striking mosque built by Auranzeb.
		 
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Non-vegetarian and alcohol is strictly prohibited in and around Pushkar. But considering the number of vegetarian eateries available, you'd almost be spoilt for choice. Try Honey and Spice located near the lake offers good options of ginger cinnamon coffee, fresh juices, and spinach-pineapple noodles or tofu on toast. The Moondance Café opposite Rangji Temple has Italian fares, including pizza and enchilada. A tad expensive, but worth it! The Sunset Café on the Kishangarh Ghat has a range of Italian and Indian fares. Their spaghettis, lasagna, sandwiches and cakes are very popular. In fact, they also offer options for camel safaris.

For some potato baked with butter and cheese, try the rooftop Raju Restaurant. A particular favourite with tourists is the Halwai-ki-Gali at Gau Ghat, which offers the most delectable kachoris, samosas, jalebis and malpuas, all created fresh! For some Indian food, try the RS Restaurant, which has the Rajasthani special daal-baati-choorma. Most hotels also have their own restaurants, which offer the usual fares of dal, mixed vegetables and buffet meals. Especially well-known are the RTDC Hotel Sarovar and Pushkar Palace.
	
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			If you're expecting the exotic Rajasthani stuff, then you'd be disappointed. Of course, the Rajasthani handicrafts are available, but they are of ok quality. If you must, pick up some beads and mirror embroidered bags, cushion covers, bangles, earrings and hand-print clothes. For some quality stuff, head out to Bhagwan Barmeri Handicraft Shack in Badi Basti, which has good quality Rajasthani bed covers. A popular buy is the Kishangarh miniature paintings available at Sarweshwar Kala Mandir. Check out some of the antiques that were once part of the palaces and now available on the shelves of Dhabai's shop. Cotton embroidery is available at Ethnic World. A specialty of Pushkar is gulkand, which is a mixture of rose petals and sugar, generally put into paans. Try several varieties of it especially the gulkand thandai, which you can mix in milk. Buy some rose water or rose sherbet also. Remember, bargaining is a rule!
			
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 While the temples here host their own festivals, the Pushkar Camel Fair is no doubt most popular and visited. Celebrated in November, this is the time when Pushkar is at its colourful best. At this time, camels from across are brought in heavily jeweled and bedecked in their fineries and put on displays. This weeklong fiesta is marked by several interesting activities, including camel races and camel auctioning. Several other cattle, like cows, sheep and goats are also brought in and tremendous buying and selling go on! Check out other popular events including folk storytelling, hypnotism, snake charmers, magicians and monkey trainers showing off their expertise. You can also pick up some local artifacts like walking sticks and curios made of bamboo, ornate swords and the Ravanhatta musical instrument. A word of caution if you're planning to stay for the night activities - carry adequate amount of protection from mosquitoes!
	 
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Quite a few options, and the range depends on where you stay. Of course, the hotels that provide a view of the lake are on the higher side. Among the most expensive would be <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00000632&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Pushkar+Bagh+-+A+Luxury+Tented+Resort&hotelClass=0&address1=Motiser+Road&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=302055&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Pushkar Bagh - A Luxury Tented Resort</a> and <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00000278&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Orchard&hotelClass=0&address1=Pushar&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=305022&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Orchard</a>. The rooms are good and offer striking views of the lake and ghats. <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00001076&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Pushkar+Villas+Resort&hotelClass=0&address1=Panch+Kund+Road&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=305022&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Pushkar Villas Resort</a> is also decent and offers views of the lake and temples. But you could pass the food. Popular among the firang crowd is <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00003020&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Sajjan+Bagh+resort&hotelClass=1&address1=Vamdev+Road%2C+opposite+Local+Bus+Stand&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=305022&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Sajjan Bagh Resort</a> and <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00002034&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Shyama+Resort+Hotel&hotelClass=0&address1=Helloj+Road%2C+Near+Hr.+Sec.+School&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=305022&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Shyama Hotel Resort</a> are other good options close to the Brahma Temple. For a good option that comes with yoga classes, try <a href="http://hotels.travelguru.com/moreinfo.do?strHotelId=00000101&link=HotelOverview&hotelName=Pushkar+Resorts&hotelClass=0&address1=Motisar+Road%2C+Village+Ganehra&address2=&city=Pushkar&state=Rajasthan&pinCode=305022&country=India&strAffiliateCode=00000080&strCurrency=INR&searchChoice=right
">Pushkar Resorts</a>.

During the camel fair, the RTDC starts what it calls the Tourist Village that offers a range of tents and cottages and is situated close to the Camel Fair. Remember that prices soar during the camel fair, so be prepared if you're planning a trip at that time.

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 <td valign="top" class="body-text">Hire a car from the several rental agencies in Rajasthan and reach Pushkar. It is connected to Delhi and Jaipur via NH8. Tour operators also organize private and luxury buses to reach here.</td>
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It is interesting to note the origin of the Pushkar Lake and Brahma Temple. Legends have it that once Brahma was searching for a location to perform a yajna. During his search the lotus he was carrying fell here and a lake sprang in that area. Thus this sacred spot was chosen for the yajna and preparations for the same began. However, it was mandatory for Brahma's wife Savitri to sit with him for the yajna. In her absence, Brahma married a local girl Gayatri and performed the puja. This enraged Savitri so much that she cursed Brahma saying that he would not be worshipped anywhere else on earth except Pushkar. She then vowed to stay at a place where she would not hear Brahma's name. Hence the Savitri Temple came to be created far away from the Brahma Temple on the Ratnagiri Hill.
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