Location : Rajasthan
Major Attractions : Dargah Sharif, Pushkar Lake, Nasiya Temple
Best time to Visit : October to March
In Summer :45 C (Max) - 25 C (Min)
In winter :18 C (Max) - 4C (Min)
Rainy Season : July to Mid Sept, and very humid (up to 90%)


About Ajmer Pilgrimage
Encased with the beauty of nature, the scared Ajmer has its existence in the central part of Rajasthan. The city was established by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century and treasures the blissful mausoleum of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The place is believe to hold the charisma of God and as such devotees of all religious visit the place. Ajmer had great historic significance of the ruling dynasties of several Muslim and Rajputana, which can easily be observed with the cultural and traditional aura of this pilgrimage city. The city has faced its ill- fate since the time it was sacked Mahumud of Ghazni on one of ruler of Afghanistan. Later in 1818, the British administration took over its charge and became a few controlled place in Rajasthan.

Religious Attractions at Ajmer
The Dargah Sharif
Located in the old town of Rajasthan, Dargah Sharif is one of the most religious places for Muslim pilgrims. The sprawing tomb stands at the foot hill and is the home to a Suffi saint, Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chishti. The place is valued with the tale of later life of the saint from 1192 till his death in 1236. The complex is also adorned with a number of huge courtyards and beautiful mosques. A massive gates open the way to inner complex, wherein the holy tomb is positioned underneath a ceiling, wrapped with a beautiful white marbles. The place is sprinkled with the magical power served to fulfill the lingered dreams of the devotees and pilgrims and every year on the anniversary of the Saint's death, thousands of pilgrims pay tribute to the heavenly to the sufi saint.
Pushkar Lake
A sacred town for the Hindus, Pushkar is situated 11 kms to the North-West of Ajmer district of Rajasthan. History has marked its existence with Pushkar Lake, created by Lord Brahma in 4th century B.C. The lake has 52 bank all of which are surrounded by hills on three side and the shimmering 500 temples. It is believed that the lake has the mystical water able to cure various skin diseases of those who shower in its Ghat. Every year, on the month of November, the most popular Pushkar cattle and camel fair are held on the banks of the lake. The occasion stretches to a week and welcome several traders and tourist to cherish the cultural aspect of Rajasthan.

Nasiya Temple
This beautiful red Jain temple is situated at Prithviraj road, in the center of the Ajmer town. Popularly known as Nasiya this temple belong to the Digambar section of Jainism and was endowed in 1865 . It has the amazing double storeyed hall embellished with large gold plated wooden figures, glass mosaic, precious stones, gold and silver work. The excellent display of the temple has left some people to call it as Soni Ji Ki Nasiyan.

More Travel Attractions in Ajmer
Taragarh(Star Fort), Shah Jahan Mosque, Mayo College, Man Mahal, Foy Sagar, Ana Sagar Lake, Akbar Palace and Adhai Din Ka Jhonpda

Popular Hotels in Ajmer
The pilgrimage centre of Ajmer is spotted with a number of comfortable place of stay. A royal holiday can be enjoyed in Bijayniwas Palace Resort, built under the management of Rao Singhji of Masuda in 1910. Other heritage hotels are Mansingh Palace, Pushkar Palace, Navratan Palace and Roopan Garh Fort. One can also make a luxury stay in Hotel Regency, Lake View Hotel, Ambika Hotel, Oasis Hotel and Amar Hotel. Rajasthan Tourism Development has also facilitated a low budget stay in Khadim, Classic Hotel.

Reaching the pilgrimage centre of Ajmer
By Air :Jaipur is a domestic airport, located at a distance of just 138 km from Ajmer. Jaipur is linked with all the major Indian cities through regular flights. Beside this, one can also opt for Sanganer Airport, situated at a distance of 143 km from Jaipur.

By Rail :Ajmer junction connects Jaipur from other major cities of the country. A few train like the Ajmer Shatabdi ply directly from Delhi to Jaipur.

By Road :Visitors can also enjoy a comfortable journey by roads. Ajmer has good connecting routes with its neighbouring cities like Jaipur, Bharatpur, Delhi, Pushkar, Bikaner and Agra. Deluxe coaches run from Bikaner House in New Delhi to Jaipur. Numerous connections are also there from ISBT Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi. Also NH8, connects Delhi to Mumbai via Jaipur and Ahmedabad.

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