Pushkar Lake , Pushkar
About Pushkar Lake
Pushkar Lake, believed to be created from a petal fallen from Brahma’s lotus, perhaps the lake is considered so holy because it is in the center of the desert state.
Wanderlust, they say, will take you places where you not just find a perfect photograph to add to your reel of memories, but a little bit of yourself too. The Pushkar Lake in Pushkar, Rajasthan should definitely be on your bucket list if you are looking for such an experience. Popularly said that a lotus flower from the hands of the creator of the three worlds, Lord Bramha, fell here sprouting water and gave it a shape of pious Pushkar Lake. A dip in the holy waters of the lake is believed to have miraculous healing powers and thousands of pilgrims visit this place in hope to attain salvation for all their sins. According to Hindu mythology, immersing oneself in the lake will free them from re-birth, making Pushkar Lake the ‘Hindu Mecca’ for many.
Surrounded by nearly 52 beautiful Ghats and around 300 temples, Pushkar Lake’s horizon is aesthetically adorned by the Aravalli Hills. Home to India’s only major temple for Lord Bramha, the city of Pushkar boasts of an aura that has a timeless harmony attached to it. When in Pushkar, witnessing the mundane November sunrise too becomes magical. The little roof-top eateries, that serve delicious food ranging from traditional ‘Malpua’ to Italian pizzas at dirt cheap prices, are a feast to foodies. For all trekking enthusiasts the famous Panchkunda and Jamnikunda provide the perfect get away. Take a trip to the tranquil Pushkar Lake to unravel a few stories yourself.
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Places to Visit near Pushkar Lake
Varah Temple, Rajasthan
0.4 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Varah Temple is also a temple to Lord Vishnu. Varah Temple encapsulates a particular Hindu legend. Vishnu is believed to have visited the earth in...
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Pushkar Camel Fair, Rajasthan
0.4 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
The Pushkar Camel Fair is a camel fair and it is more than a camel fair. There are camels, camels and more camels, but there is also music, sport,...
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Rangji Temple, Rajasthan
0.5 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
This temple stands out in Pushkar for a South Indian style of architecture. Elegant arcs, marble pillars. Catch this temple at dusk when the...
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Brahma Temple, Rajasthan
0.7 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
In Hindu mythology, Brahma is the creator of the universe. Yet this Brahma Temple in Pushkar is the only temple in all India devoted exclusively...
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Ana Sagar Lake, Rajasthan
12 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Ana Sagar Lake is 800 year old man-made lake is a good place to enjoy the sunset, have a picnic, or just enjoy the scenery. The lake was built by...
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Nasiyan Jain Temple, Rajasthan
12.4 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Known as the red temple because it is built of sandstone, this temple was built in 1864. Inside there are many gilt, wooden figures and detailed...
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Dargah Sharif, Rajasthan
13.7 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
This is one of the most revered Muslim sites in India. Both a temple and a tomb, it houses Sufi saint Hazrat Mu'in ud-Din Chisti (c.1138-1236),...
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Foy Sagar Lake, Rajasthan
14.6 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
This lake was built by the eponymous Mr. Foy. Mr. Foy was an English engineer, and also a philanthropist who built the lake as part of a famine...
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Mahamandir Temple, Rajasthan
14.6 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Yogis stretch within the walls of the Mahamandir Temple. This huge temple, built in 1812, comprises 84 pillars within its walls. The gardens are...
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Taragarh Fort, Ajmer, Rajasthan
15.7 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Taragarh fort built on a hill in at Ajmer is one of the earliest hill forts of India. This fort has very rugged defense structure and was...
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Adhai-din ka Jhopra Mosque, Rajasthan
16.2 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra is situated a few footsteps away from a crowded bazaar, this mosque has a unique story. Folklore says that the mosque was...
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Akbar's Palace and Museum, Rajasthan
16.6 km from Pushkar Lake - See map
This impressive structure doubles up as a museum. It is a citadel or fortress constructed in 1570. Eldest son and the heir apparent of Mughal...
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