The Ideal land of Pushkar

Pushkar Town View for Top

Situated 11 km from Ajmer, the diminutive town of Pushkar is a sacred destination in Rajasthan. It is known across the country for its remarkable setting and over 400 temples. This sacred location has several tourist attractions including the popular Brahma Temple and Pushkar Lake. Let us have a look at various attractions in this tiny town of Rajasthan.

Pushkar Lake

Pushkar Lake

The most popular attraction in Pushkar is the Pushkar Lake, which Hindus believe, is one of the purest lakes in Rajasthan. It’s a gorgeous semi-circular water setting with over 52 abutting ghats. Most Hindus believe, dipping into the holy water of Pushkar brings salvation to all devotees.

Brahma Temple

Brahma Temple

According to Hindu mythology, Lord Brahma is the creator of this universe, and this is the only temple in the country dedicated to the creator. This temple is known around the country for its remarkable marble carvings and the four-headed Brahma idol. The shades used to embellish the idol too are worth seeing.

Savitri Temple

Savitri Temple

This temple is dedicated to the first wife of Lord Brahma, goddess Savitri. This is also one of the most important and holiest temples in Pushkar. The location is ideal for visitors who seek to pray in silence, over the hilltop with a panoramic view of Pushkar Lake beneath.

Ranganatha Temple

Rangnath Temple Pushkar

More than anything, this shrine is popular for its outstanding south-Indian architectural design. The elegant stairs and high-rising pillars with golden birds studded in it is a truly marvelous sight to look at.

Varah Temple

Varaha Temple

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Varah temple is among the most visited temples in Pushkar. The image of Lord Vishnu is simply magnificent as the lord is in the incarnation of an untamed boar. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu came to earth in this incarnation to destroy the dreadful demon named ‘Hiranyaksha’,

Apteshwar Temple

Apteshwar Temple in Pushkar is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built-in the 12th Century, this temple is the oldest temple in Pushkar. However, the edifice is yet intact and people come from various corners of the country to worship Lord Shiva.