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India-Rajasthan-
Pushkar |
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Introduction :
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Despite having a distinct touristy flavour these
days, Pushkar is still a bewitching little town. It is right on the edge of the
desert and is only 11 kms from Shekhawati but separated from it by Nag Pahar,
the Snake mountain. This traveller-friendly town clings to the side of the small
Pushkar Lake with its many bathing ghats and temples. For Hindus, Pushkar is a
very important pilgrimage centre and you'll see plenty of sadhus. Pushkar is
perhaps best known for its Camel Fair which takes place here each
October/November. |
| Area |
16.34 sq km |
| Temperature |
Summer Max 37.7° C Min 23.3° C
Winter Max 15.5° C Min 3.7° C |
| Language |
Rajasthani, Hindi and English |
| STD Code |
014581 |
| Rainfall |
Average rainfall varies from 38 to 51 cms |
| Best Time to Visit |
October and May |
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How to get there :
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Air : The nearest airport is Jaipur from where one can take flights for
Delhi and Mumbai.
Road : Pushkar is connected to Ajmer by road which is around 14 km away.
Jeeps and taxis are also available.
Rail : Ajmer is the nearest railway station from where one can take
trains for the major destination of India. |
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Places to Visit : |
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Jagatpita Shri Brahma Mandir |
Man Mahal |
Warah Temple |
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Excursion : |
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Shopping : |
Pushkar's main bazaar is a tangle of narrow lanes lined with an
assortment of interesting little shops - ideal for picking up gifts. It is
especially good for costume jewellery and embroidered fabrics such as wall
hangings and groovy shoulder bags. The music shops, on the other hand, are
well worth a visit if you are keen to pick up some traditional,
contemporary or fusion music. There are a number of bookshops in the main
bazaar selling a tremendous range of novels in various languages.
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Accommodations : |
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Hotel Pushkar Palace |
Hotel Pushkar Resort |
Hotel Jagat Palace |
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