Top 9 Places to Visit in Pushkar & Nearby

One of India's oldest cities, Pushkar is located in Rajasthan’s Ajmer district. The culture of the 14th century is still present in the city. To start with, Pushkar is a pilgrimage for Hindu devotees as it holds religious significance due to its temples and the Pushkar Sarovar. This city is the only place where Lord Bramha is worshipped. Apart from its cultural significance and heritage, Pushkar is also a great shoppers’ stop for tourists as it is known for its handicrafts, dressings, jewellery, and more.

It is well-connected to Rajasthan's main national highways and important thoroughfares, which further link the town to other significant cities across the nation. The northern side of Pushkar is where you'll find the Marwar bus stop.

Ajmer is the nearest railway station is 11 km away, and well-linked with Pushkar through taxi services and buses. In terms of weather, Pushkar experiences hot and dry summers between April and August. Days are generally hotter and nights are cold. The ideal time to plan a trip to Pushkar is during October-November when the renowned Pushkar fair takes place. That also coincides with the tourist season which starts in October and continues till February.

Being a centre of attraction for its religious reasons, there are many Pushkar attractions that one must visit during the night. Besides that, there are a lot of activities to explore and enjoy.

Here are the places to see in Pushkar that you should include in your sightseeing itinerary: -

Brahma Temple Pushkar

Brahma Temple in Pushkar is located near Pushkar Lake and is one of the main Pushkar attractions. It holds great significance owing to the fact that this is one of few temples of Brahma that now exist in India. This temple was built in the 14th century and is also known as Jagatpita Brahma Mandir. A four-headed idol of Lord Brahma is placed inside this 2000-year-old temple. A special tradition maintained within the temple here is that it is reserved exclusively for ascetics or sannyasis, and married men are not allowed to enter the sanctuary. The impressive architecture of this place which is built with marble and stone and features a red pinnacle depicts fine craftsmanship. Evenings are considered the best time to visit the temple.

Pushkar Lake

The Pushkar Mela is organized every year on the banks of Pushkar Lake. Pushkar Fair is the largest multi-day camel, horse and cattle fair in India. The fair is one of the best places to see in Pushkar. In addition to the animal trade, it is also an important pilgrimage season when Hindus visit Lake Pushkar that’s surrounded by more than 50 ghats and 400 temples. The legend goes that the lake was created when a lotus was dropped by Brahma at this spot. It is considered a sacred body where people travel from afar to take a dip, thus believing it to wash away their sins and even cure skin diseases. The lake is situated amidst Aravalli and offers scenic views during the night. That’s why it's quite popular among the places to visit in Pushkar at night.

Rangji Temple

This temple is dedicated to one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu - Rangji. It was constructed in the 18th century and is famous for its high-rising Gopuram which is inspired by South Indian architecture. This structure is influenced by other architectural styles as well, such as the Rajput and Mughal. This kind of architecture is not very common. This fact alone makes it a famous attraction in Pushkar. It also makes it to the list of a few places to be visited during the night. There are several eateries near the temple where one can enjoy local food and experience this magnificent structure at the same time.

Varah Temple

Varah Temple, built in the 12^th century, is one of the oldest temples in Pushkar. This temple is devoted to Varah, another incarnation of Lord Vishnu as a wild boar. The temple was rebuilt by Raja Sawai Man Singh II in the 18th century after it was destroyed by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. This flawless structure is a must-visit during your Pushkar sightseeing trip.

Man Mahal

Man Mahal is the most luxurious palace in the town which is located on the banks of the Pushkar Sarovar. It was built by Amber’s Raja Man Singh. This place incorporates traditional Rajasthani architecture. Mesmerizing sunset views of the lakes and temples around are the main tourist attractions at this place. Camel rides and camping arrangements are also available at visitors’ request. This place falls under the category of heritage hotels; so one can simply plan a visit to the palace and choose a convenient stay option outside the palace.

Savitri Temple

This temple, which is dedicated to Savatri, the distressed wife of Lord Brahma is standing atop Ratnagiri Hill. It is believed to be constructed in 1687 by Goddess Savitri to keep a watch on her husband’s moves. There is also a saying that she used to rest at this place. Around 200 stairs need to be climbed to reach Ratnagiri Hills. There is also a ropeway facility available to reach the temple.

Pushkar Bazaar

Pushkar Bazaar is definitely one of the best places to visit in Pushkar and also remains a top tourist destination. A variety of goods are sold here which clearly showcase the vivid culture of Pushkar. These include handicrafts, bags, clothes, utensils, footwear, accessories, and street food. Rose pulp and gulkand are quite popular here. This market has so much to offer: leather goods from camel skin, Rajasthani costumes, utensils made of brass, etc. Many of these products are quite popular in international markets too.

Gurudwara Singh Sabha

Gurudwara Singh Sabha is located in the center of the city and is among the most famous places in Pushkar. It was built in remembrance of Guru Nanak Sahib’s visit. In fact, Guru Nanak Sahib and Guru Gobind Singh both visited Pushkar in 1509 and 1706, respectively, and they rested here during their visit.

Rose Garden

Pushkar has many rose farms, and one can plan to some of these farms. There are several varieties of rose plants spread across acres of farmland. Since rose farming is carried out here extensively; Pushkar is also referred to as the Rose Garden of Rajasthan. These roses are exported worldwide.

Pushkar itself offers such a rich and vivid glimpse of Rajasthani culture, and owing to its proximity to Ajmer, it provides great connectivity with other famous tourist destinations that you can explore. Popular places to visit near Pushkar are Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Mount Abu, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Alwar, Kota, Ranakpur, Kota, Bikaner, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Neemrana, and many more.

Pushkar is simple, charming and memorable – book a Pushkar tour package and set out to experience this beautiful destination in Rajasthan.