Ajmer

Nestling with splendid looking Aravalli ranges, Ajmer in the state of Rajasthan welcomes a string of travelers every year. The city beautifully brings out the cultures and traditions of Rajasthanis (people of Rajasthan) in the form of their festivals, cultures, clothing, food and daily activities.

Top Attractions

This beautiful city is known for housing the very popular and sacred Dargah Sharif of Saint Moinuddin Chishti. Devotees believe that this mosque has divine powers to fulfill everyone’s wishes. Especially during the festival of Urs, the festival marking the death anniversary of Saint Moinuddin Chishti, Ajmer gets bombarded with pilgrims belonging to various religions.  Also, spend some blissful time at the serene Ana Sagar Lake which has numerous stories linked to history. The lake offers stunning vistas and one can also spot marble pavilions of King Shah Jahan and arresting shrine of Khobra Behroon here.

Also visit the popular Nasiyan Jain Temple constructed in 1865. The temple is dedicated to Lord Adinath and has a two-storied building. This is a grand temple adorned with Belgium stain glasswork, wooden gold displays, glass illustrations, and ancient paintings.

Holidays to Ajmer also treat you with a visit to the holy town of Puskhar where the only Brahma Temple of the planet is located. Visit various other temples sprinkled here and spend the evening hours at one of the serene ghats of the Pushkar Lake. Devotees can be seen taking dip in the waters of the Pushkar Lake which is supposed to wash away all their sins.

When to Visit

Months from October and March are perfect to relish a sightseeing experience in Ajmer. These are winter months. Months from March to May are hot summer months when sightseeing can be difficult as temperatures rise beyond 40 degree Celsius. Monsoon months from June to September treat you with views of mountain range adorned with flourishing landscapes.

How to Reach

By Air: Sanganer Airport in Jaipur is the nearest airport from Ajmer.
By Rail: Ajmer Junction railway station connects the city with all major Indian cities.
By Road: The Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation runs frequent deluxe and semi-deluxe buses to cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer.