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The holy city of Pushkar is widely known for its world famous cattle fair and one of the few temples of Lord Brahma.it is a pride for the devotees and tourists alike to go on holidays in Pushkar.
This sister city of Ajmer (Pushkar is just 11km from here) is separated from Ajmer by Nag Parbat (the snake hill). Legend has it that the lord Brahma killed the devil Vajra Nabh with a lotus flower, the petals sprinkled on earth forming three lakes in Pushkar. A large number of people from India and abroad travel a long distance to have a holy dip in the lake on the occasion of Kartik Purnima and enjoy their Pushkar holidays. As it is said, it salvages devotees from their sins and they get a place in heaven after their death.
Beside Pushkar Lake this sacred land is embellished with 500 temples and 52 Ghats . The famous 14th century Brahma temple is one among them. you must visit this Temple while on holidays in Pushkar . Among other famous temples of Pushkar is the Savitri Temple (Savitri was the first wife of Lord Brahma). You can reach this temple walking as it is situated behind the Brahma Temple atop a hill. From this temple you can catch the glimpses of the incredibly scenic view of the lake, the Varah Temple (rebuilt by none other than Sawai Jai Singh of Jaipur) and the vast deserts. The illustrious Man Mahal is the other attraction of this city, built by the King Man Singh of Ajmer . Raja Man Singh used to stay in this Palace during his sojourn to Pushkar. These are the perks you get while on holidays in Pushkar. The best way to explore this holy city is walking on foot.
Besides its holiness what makes Pushkar world famous is Pushkar camel fair one of the main reasons behind holidays in Pushkar. This fair is held annually near Pushkar Lake . This fair holds the glory of being the largest camel fair in the world. A large number of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world come to the Pushkar to take part in the week long events which takes place on the occasion of the Kartik Purnima. These events include camel trading, folk dances, puppet shows and moustache competitions. This holy land makes holidays in Pushkar a lifelong pride.
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