Ajmer is beautified by the majestic Aravalli mountain ranges, this is the land of the legendary Rajput rulers whose tales of gallantry, loyalty and love have been woven into ballets and folklore. Be it arts and crafts or be it music and dance, the Rajasthani creative genius is unparalleled.
Rajasthan is the ultimate destination of most tourists as it offers glimpses into its rich heritage and friendly people.
Ajmer and Pushkar are two such cities of Rajasthan. Here the two cultures meet, temples and mosques, within a short distance of each other. The harmonious blend of Hinduism and Islam give these town a unique character.
How to reach: In terms of connectivity, these destinations are well defined by all means of transport be it air, rail or road.
By Air - The nearest airport is Jaipur 138 kms and is well connected to Delhi, Mumbai and other major places in India
By Rail - Shatabdi Express runs between Ajmer and Delhi via Jaipur, other trains to Jodhpur, Udaipur, Agra, etc.
By Road - There are RSTC buses to and from Jaipur and regular bus services for Delhi 395 kms, Jodhpur 198 kms, Udaipur 302 kms, Mount Abu 377 kms, Ahmedabad 570 kms and Agra 162 kms.
Ajmer Map : Map Source (Ajmer)
Ajmer Fairs and Festival:
The temple of Anted Ki Mata, amid the beautiful surroundings, is the site of a fair held every year on Raksha Bandhan in August.
A Badshahi procession festival is celebrated on the day next to Holi, every year at Beawar (54 kms). People make merry and throw gulal on one another.
Shopping at Ajmer:
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER : AJMER
Tourist Information Center,
RTDC Hotel, Khadim, Savitri College Road, Ajmer,
Tel No. : 2772040
MONEY CHANGER CENTER : AJMER
State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur
Tel No. : 2429646
Punjab National Bank
Tel No. : 2429696
IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NOs. : AJMER
Railway Enquiry - Tel No. : 2432535
J.L.N. Hospital - Tel No. : 2625509 / 00
PUSHKAR
Pushkar place was constructed 400 years ago by the Maharaja of Kishangarh on the edge of the lake. A beautiful view of the 400 temples, banks, sand dunes and the magnificent Aravalli hills can be enjoyed from here.
It is believed that one dip in the waters of this lake on Kartik Poornima is equal to performing yagnas for several hundred years. It is a semicircular lake around which there are 52 Ghats.
The water around each ghat is supposed to have special powers. The Naga Kund is believed to give fertility, Roop Tirth gives beauty and charm, the Kapil Vyapi Kund water helps in curing leprosy, and a dip in the Mrikand Muni Kund grants the boon of wisdom. The other important ghats are the Varah Ghat which is considered very sacred, as Lord Vishnu is believed to have appeared here in the form of a boar, the Brahma and Gau Ghat
Pushkar Fair:
By Rail - Nearest railhead is at Ajmer 11 kms which is well connected to other parts of the country.
By Road - Well connected by frequent bus services to and from Ajmer, Delhi 403 kms, Jaipur 145 kms, Udaipur 289 kms, Mumbai 1120 kms, Agra 377 kms, Chennai 1992 kms, Jodhpur 214 kms.
Pushkar Map : Map Source (Pushkar)
Shopping at Pushkar:
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER : PUSHKAR
Tourist Office, Hotel Sarovar, Pushkar, Tel. No. : 2772040
MONEY CHANGER CENTER : PUSHKAR
State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur
Tel No. : 2429646
Punjab National Bank
Tel No. : 2772027
IMPORTANT TEL NOs. : PUSHKAR
1. Police Control Room (Tel No. : 2772046)
2. Government Hospital (Tel No. : 2772029)