Pushkar is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan, the royal state of India. It is an ancient city of Rajasthan. It is situated in close proximity of the Great Indian Desert called the Thar Desert. Situated in Ajmer district, Pushkar draws a big gathering of travellers and tourists from all over the world. There are a number of tourist places and attractions in the town which set the mind of tourist for Pushkar tours and travels in India. Temples, ghats, and rose gardens are prime attractions of Pushkar tourism in Rajasthan.
Pushkar is also a major pilgrimage centre and one
of the most sacred cities in India. It is widely praised for not only for its beauty and attractions but also for religious & spiritual importance. It is a very sacred place for Hindus. It is so sacred that no flesh, eggs, fish and alcohol are allowed within the town.
Tourist Attractions in Pushkar
Tourist attractions in Pushkar include Brahma Temple (the only temple of Lord Brahma in the world), Varah Temple, Gayatri Temple, Savitri Temple, Pushkar Holy Lake, Ghats, Apteshwar Temple, Rangnath Temple, Rose Gardens, etc.
Reaching at Pushkar
By Air : Jaipur is the nearest Airport to reach in Pushkar. Jaipur is well connected to with domestic flights.
By Bus : Ajmer Bus Stand is at just 14 km away from Pushkar. Pushkar is well-connected by road with Jaipur by deluxe buses.
By Train : Ajmer Railway Station is the nearest Railway Station to reach in the holy town of Pushkar. Ajmer is well-connected with daily trains from Delhi in morning.
Pushkar Fairs & Festivals
Pushkar is also widely famous for Pushkar Fair, also called Pushkar Cattle Fair, Pushkar Camel Fair and Pushkar Ka Mela. It is one of the most popular and famous fairs and festivals celebrated in Rajasthan, India. Pushkar Fair is one of the most important elements of Pushkar tourism which sets the mind of travellers and tourists for Pushkar travels and tours. Every year in the month of October or November, Pushkar Fair is celebrated on the holy ghats of Pushkar Lake in Pushkar City, Rajasthan.
Pushkar Fair Dates
(According to Hindu Months)
| Pushkar Fair Starts on |
Kartik Shukla Ekadashi |
| Pushkar Fair Ends on |
Kartik Purnima |
Dates for Upcoming Pushkar Camel Fair / Pushkar Ka Mela
| Years |
Date |
| 2009 |
25 October to 02 November |
| 2010 |
13 November to 21 November |
| 2011 |
02 November to 10 November |
| 2012 |
20 November to 28 November |
| 2013 |
09 November to 17 November |
| 2014 |
30 October to 06 November |
| 2015 |
18 November to 25 November |
