DESCRIPTION
The important Hindu pilgrim center is located 11kms From Ajmer. The flourishing temple town built around the sacred Pushker lake, is full of religious myths and faith. The holy lake has 52 ghats (bathing places), where pilgrims lake ritual dip in the lake. The annual Pushkar fair held here on Kartik Poornima (full moon in (Oct-Nov) is One of the largest cattle fair in the country. Pilgrims and tradesman come here in thousands from far and near. The fair today has become one of the major tourist attractions.

Of the state. Camel-cart races and various culture events are organized during the fair. The holy lake of Pushkar is believed to have been created by Lord Brahma himself. It is as important as Benaras or Puri. Devout Hindus believe that it is essential to visit Pushkar at least once in their lifetime. No pilgrimage is considered complete without a dip in the holy Pushkar lake. Pushkar has as many as 400 temples and 52 ghats and the only temple in the country that is dedicated to Brahma is to be found here . While pushkar is a heaven for the religiously inclined, it is also the venue of one of the country most country cattle fair Ride camels, shop at the colourful market, watch the sunset over the sand dunes, admire the beautiful clothes of the pilggrims Pushkar fair is a once-in-a lifetime experience that you will want to repeat.

FESTIVALS
Pushkar Fair: (Ocrtober-November) 11 km from Ajmer. It is Rajasthan's most famous fair, it brings together camel traders, pilgrims,visitors, and those who're here simply to participate in one of the seasons most colorful social events. Besides tented camps, there are hundreds of shops selling everything from handicrafts to spices, foodstuff and jewellery. For visitors, a number of activities are also arranged. But most simply wish to stay within the fair grounds to watch the fascinating Rajasthani village metamorphose before the eyes.

ACCESS
The nearest Airport is Jaipur (135km)

TEMPERATURE

Season	Max.	Min.
Winter	17	10
Summer	30	26

CLOTHINGS
Summer: Light Tropical
Winter: Light Wollen

LANGUAGE
Hindi, Rajasthani, English & Gujrati.

Hotels in Pushkar

ACCOMMODATION
» Pushkar Palace
» Pushkar Resort
» Deluxe Tent
» Tourist Huts

SUGGESTED ITINERARY
Pushkar Fair (5th to 8th November'2003)

DAY 01 AJMER-PUSHKAR

Arrive at Ajmer, and drive 11 km to Pushkar, overnight in tents.

DAY 02 PUSHKAR

Spend the day in the fair grounds, overnight in tents.

DAY 03 PUSHKAR

Back to the fair, camel rides, visit the Brahma lake and temples on its banks, and simply keep going with the flow of the people.

DAY 04 PUSHKAR-ONWARD

Proceed to next destination.