Pushkar

Curled around the sacred Pushkar Lake, this sleepy pilgrimage town in Rajasthan comes to life during its annual cattle fair- a vibrant affair attended by thousands of travelers from all over the world. Home to over 400 milky-blue temples and numerous bathing ghats, Pushkar is the seat of Lord Brahma. One of the holiest Hindu pilgrimages for attainment of salvation, the magnetism and spiritual vibe of Pushkar is simply incredible.

Major Attractions

Pushkar Cattle Fair
Organized in the month of Karthik (October/November) as per the lunar calendar, this humongous cattle fair is a regular carnival with an array of musicians, magicians, dancers, acrobats, snake charmers and carousel rides to entertain the crowd. The comical camel beauty competitions, longest moustache competitions and camel races are the highlights of the fair. In recent years, a football match between the local Pushkar Club and a team of foreign tourists has become a hotspot of the fair.

Pushkar Lake
Born when Brahma dropped a lotus on the earth, Pushkar Lake is considered the most sacred lake in India. Its banks are dotted with hundreds of temples and bathing ghats and its waters are believed to have medicinal properties. During the holy Karthik month, thousands of devotees take a dip in the lake to wash away their sins.

Brahma Temple
Marked by a red spire and a swan at the entrance, this is the only temple in the country dedicated to Lord Brahma. Built with marble and decorated with silver coins, this 2000-years-old temple is considered to be one of the five sacred pilgrimage destinations for the Hindus.

Savitri Temple
Dedicated to Lord Brahma’s first wife, this temple is accessible either by a ropeway or by a short trek up the hill. The hilltop offers panoramic views of the lake, surrounding temples and sand dunes.

Other Attractions

• Gurudwara Singh Sabha
• Varaha Temple
• Rangji Temple
• Man Mahal
• Paap Mochini Temple

Food in Pushkar
Be sure to try the traditional Rajasthani fare of Dal Baati, Kachoris, Maal Pua, Poha and Dal Pakwaan in Pushkar.

Best time to Visit
Pushkar may be visited in winters from October to Feb but the peak time is during the cattle fair.

How to Reach
By Air- Jaipur Airport is the closest airport at around 150kms from Pushkar.
By Rail- The closest railhead at Ajmer, around 10kms from Pushkar, is connected to all major cities in the country.
By Road- Pushkar is well connected with major cities in India through a good network of roads & highways.

Explore the spirituality and vibrant spirit of Pushkar as you with our various Tour Packages. Be a part of one of the largest cattle fairs in the world and enjoy the rustic charm of this divine town.