Pushkar is a small city of Rajasthan which is known for its sand dunes and very famous temples and Pushkar Lake. People visit thousands in this city during the occasion of Karthik Purnima but the city has many other activities to offer which can make your trip different and more interesting. Pushkar is also considered as one of the small cities of Rajasthan which is not as famous as the other cities but it is also having great celebrations like the fairs to offer and thousands of people visit this place during the fairs and one can see the importance of the city. Pushkar is a place where most people visit in their religious trips and it is considered as one of the most important places of pilgrimage.
Pushkar is considered as the land of temples and it is said that the city has more than 500 temples in it and the very famous are the Savitri Temple, Brahma temple, Gautama Maharishi temple, Varaha temple, Apteshwar Mahadev temple, 108 Mahadev Temple where one can see 108 idols of Lord Shiva and these are some of the attractions in Pushkar where the people do not miss and they are considered as the best religious trips and that is why the city is called as the King of Pilgrimage and one of the very pious place for the Hindu pilgrims.
Pushkar is a place where one can see the beauty of the Thar Desert through Camel safari and one can get to see the beautiful desert through it. It is one of the most popular activities in Pushkar and people can enjoy the golden sand dunes through it.
The camel safaris can extend up to some hours to several days depending upon the interest of the traveler.
The city of Pushkar is known for the numerous ghats which are counted as many as 52 ghats surrounding the Pushkar Lake. One can see the beautiful Sandhya Arati in the Varaha Ghat and it is indeed a beautiful experience one can enjoy.
The arati is considered as one of the most interesting ways to find serenity and one can enjoy the fragrance of flowers and incense sticks combined with the chorus mantra chants that make the evening really vivid.
Pushkar Lake is considered one of the primary attractions in Pushkar and no one should miss it. The people who visit here can find numerous ways to see the beautiful lake of Pushkar.
People visit this lake especially during the festival of Karthik Purnima and they believe that taking a holy dip in the lake can remove all the sin ailments, illness and wash away the sins too.
But viewing the lake is also a great experience as one can see the temples, ghats and the various other attractions surrounding the lake that deliver a thrilling experience.
This could be one of the best things to do in Pushkar and it is considered as one of the best places to shop in entire Northern India. The best reason is the cheaper price and the variety of items that can be bought from there i.e. handicrafts, jewelry, clothes, bags, shoes, and many other things.
People who are looking for adventures can hike to the Ratnagiri Hill which is the settle point of the famous Savitri Temple and from here one can see the panoramic view of the city of Pushkar from here. This is a place where one can enjoy sunrise too.
Located about 10 km from Pushkar, Ajaypal Ji Temple was built by Ajaypal the founder of Ajmer City in the 11th century. You can take bikes on the street are narrow and is surrounded by rocks and hills all around. Along the route, you will come to various villages.
This 10 km route from Pushkar is amazing where you will encounter forests, sand dunes and finally hills. August- October is the best time to visit the temple.
You can learn traditional Rajasthani style cooking in Pushkar. There are a number of centers in Pushkar that offer cooking classes.
Pushkar Yoga Garden in Pushkar offers yoga classes every day. It offers 4 classes daily for 90 minutes and everyone can learn from them. The fees in minimal and focuses on yoga postures, stretching, and more. They also offer accommodation facilities for students who want to stay for longer.
Hot Air Ballooning is one of the adventurous sports that you can enjoy during Pushkar fair. At the time of the Pushkar Fair, the climate is also suitable for hot air ballooning. There are a number of companies that offer hot balloon rides in Pushkar during the Pushkar Camel Fair.
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