Pushkar B2B Travel Agency

Pushkar B2B Travel Agency is one of the oldest cities in India. Located to the northwest of Ajmer, the tranquil city of Pushkar is a favoured destination for thousands of tourists and devotees flocking to Rajasthan. Situated at a height of 510 metres, Pushkar is surrounded by hillocks on three sides. The ‘Nag Pahar’, literally meaning Snake Mountain forms a natural border between Ajmer and Pushkar. Known as ‘the rose garden of Rajasthan’, the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is exported all over the world. Along with an interesting mythological history, a legacy of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar a fascinating city.

According to legends, Lord Brahma, believed to be the creator of the Universe dropped a lotus to the ground leading to the immediate creation of a lake. He then decided to name the place after the flower, and thus the name, Pushkar. The city of Pushkar is home to the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the whole world. Hindus consider a journey to Pushkar to be the ultimate pilgrimage that must be undertaken to attain salvation.

Savitri Temple:
The one-hour trek up to the hilltop Savitri Temple overlooking the lake is best made early in the morning; the view is magical.

Varah Temple:
Originally built in the 12th century, Varah Temple was, like many others, destroyed by the bigoted Emperor Aurangzeb (who, it is said , was particularly upset by the huge idol here of Varah, the god with the body of a man and the head of the boar.) Reconstructed BY Raja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur in 1727, the temple has an interesting and richly ornamented image house.

Mahadeva Temple:
A Beautiful temple built in the 19th century, it was described by a British traveler of the time as "by far the most remarkable, for the elegance of its structure and the nature of its ornaments, of all the temples Pushkar boasts of." It is also noteworthy for its white marble Mahadeva image, with its five faces (and its traditional tufts of hair).

Ramavaikunth Temple:
One of Pushkar's largest and most intricate temples, the Ramavaikunth Temple was built in the 1920's and has beautifully sculpted images of no less than 361 different deities. The ornate outer gopuram over the entrance is said to have been built by a team of masons specially brought here from south India.

Lake and its many Ghats:
Many Ghats run down to the Holy Lake where pilgrims are constantly bathing in the holy waters. Joining people at the ghats has to be with some respect for their culture and privacy. And for this reason, removing shoes before approaching the ghats, no smoking and restraining from photographing bathing people is well avoided. The Pilgrims here are sensitive about comments by non-Hindus. The famed waters of the Pushkar lake wash away the sins of a lifetime.
The mystical water is also believed to cure skin diseases, making Pushkar the Lourdes of the East.

Things to Do

Camel Fair
Camel Fair of Pushkar is known worldwide for its colorful atmosphere. Most of the people plan a trip to Pushkar at the time of the fair. Besides, it is also visited as a pilgrimage by the Hindus. The town also claims to have the world's only Brahma Temple. If you're pondering over what to do and see in Pushkar, don’t worry as this article is solely dedicated to things / fun activities to do in Pushkar, Rajasthan.
Pushkar Camel Fair is usually held in November. People, who breed camels and horses, assemble here from all over the country. Now as it has become a major attraction, hordes of national and international tourists come here to enjoy the fair. In fact, Camel Fair is one of the biggest festivals in India and is worth visiting.

Check out the colorful bazaars
Of course, Rajasthan is recognized for its graceful culture, colorful clothing and amazing hospitality. Markets (bazaars) in Pushkar revive the complete charm of Rajasthan. Here you can get lot of things (puja paraphernalia, hippy clothes, silver jewellery, painting, fruits, vegetables, etc, are just to name a few) at good rates, if not exactly cheap.

Visit Ghats
Along the banks of the holy lake in Pushkar, one can see a number of ghats and temples which are revered by pilgrims whole-heartedly. If you wish to pay a visit, you are welcome but keep in mind that your clothes must not be offensive or hurting the sentiments of anyone. Before going into a temple, remove your shoes outside.

Visit the world's only Brahma Temple
Pushkar is celebrated for this temple which is dedicated to Lord Brahma. Thousands of pilgrims come every year to visit this revered temple. If you wish to trek a little, then you can trek up the hilltop and visit the Saraswati Temple overlooking the lake.

Cherish sunset by the Lake
Sunset by the lake sounds beautiful. And Pushkar actually observes this spectacular sunset every evening. Here tourists usually gather at the Sunset Cafe in the evening, to watch the sunset. The Sun going down amid mountains, lakes and ghats appears beautiful.

Enjoy Hot Air Balloon Flight
This is the best thing you can experience in Pushkar. Savoring a kaleidoscopic view of the holy town is just beautiful. In October - December at the time of Camel Fair, a specialized company organizes hot air balloon flight, offering another viable reason for the people to visit Pushkar.

How to Reach
By Air : The nearest airport from Pushkar is Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected to all the major cities which includes Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Jodhpur, Udaipur. Recently, flights to Dubai has also started from Pushkar by Indian Airlines.
By Bus : Pushkar is 11 km from main Ajmer bus stand. Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe buses from Jaipur. There are buses from Jaipur to Ajmer every 15 minutes, some nonstop. The roads are very good, and it takes around 3 hrs from Jaipur. You can also come by hire private cars.
By Train : The nearest railway station for Pushkar is Ajmer, which is on the Broad Gauge and hence connected to all the metro cities of India. There are daily trains from Delhi in morning (Shatabdhi Exp).