{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Ayush Tours Jaipur","provider_url":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com","author_name":"admin","author_url":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/author\/gotravelblue\/","title":"18 Scintillating Places To Visit In Pushkar - Ayush Tours Jaipur","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"C9p2IUonay\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/18-scintillating-places-to-visit-in-pushkar\/\">18 Scintillating Places To Visit In Pushkar<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/18-scintillating-places-to-visit-in-pushkar\/embed\/#?secret=C9p2IUonay\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;18 Scintillating Places To Visit In Pushkar&#8221; &#8212; Ayush Tours Jaipur\" data-secret=\"C9p2IUonay\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/*! 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One of the ancient cities of the country, located in Ajmer, it has been largely known for its religious significance\u00a0as the city boasts of one of the very rare temples of Lord Brahma(Hindu god). The annual cattle fair, the holy lake, a handful of adventure activities, and endless emotions to capture on camera \u2014 Pushkar has it all for any avid traveler. Just before we introduce you to an exclusive list of\u00a0places to visit in Pushkar, here are a few essentials you must note. 1. Pushkar Lake Banks \u2013 Home To Famous Pushkar Fair Yes, the famous fair takes places at the banks of the Pushkar Lake. Colors, spectacle and a carnival \u2014 one of the last great traditional melas in India,\u00a0\u00a0brings livestock, farmers, traders and villagers from all over Rajasthan together. This fair is an excuse to experience the shades of rural India in its most organic form wherein one can interact with villagers, and buy Rajasthani handicrafts. The fair is one of the best\u00a0places to see in Pushkar\u00a0since it attracts crowd in huge numbers.The fair also organises a plethora of animal races, camel processions and cultural performances. Further, it has recently become a popular attraction among hippies and foreign tourists. Without a doubt, it is one of the best\u00a0tourist places in Pushkar.\u00a0 2. Pushkar Lake \u2013 Offer Prayers At The Ghats Pushkar Lake is closest to the temple of God Brahma and one of the most serene\u00a0places to see in Pushkar. As per mythology, this place is where\u00a0Brahma\u00a0and\u00a0Savitri\u00a0offered their prayers. It is believed that a dip in this holy river is the harbinger of\u00a0Moksha\u00a0\u2014 freedom from birth. The lake has several ghats, designed especially for taking baths and offering prayers.\u00a0Brahma Ghat\u00a0is the most famous among many others like\u00a0Varaha, Dadhich, Saptarishi, Gwalior, Kota, Gau, Yag, Jaipur, Karni\u00a0and\u00a0Gangaur Ghat. 3. Naga Pahar \u2013 For Photography Enthusiasts Pushkar and Ajmer are divided by a hill \u2014 known as\u00a0Naga Pahar. As per the legends, the hills at\u00a0Naga Pahar\u00a0continue to diminish till date and will eventually disappear totally. These hills are believed to be the residence of the famous Sage\u00a0Agastya. The hills also house a lake called\u00a0Nag Kund. Naga Pahar offers a spectacular view of Pushkar city from its top and has often been used as a vantage point for photographers. It is one of the best\u00a0Pushkar places to visit\u00a0for a memorable holiday.\u00a0 4. Sarafa Bazar \u2013 A Colourful Market Think Rajasthan and you get colors. Sarafa Bazar is one of the best&nbsp;tourist places in Pushkar.&nbsp;The markets here are a perfect ambassador of Rajasthani handicrafts, textile, jewellery and leather products. From trinkets to turban \u2013 the markets like Sarafa Bazar and Bada Bazar have it all that has been fascinating tourists from all across the globe. The embroidered Rajasthani clothes, wall hangings, handicrafts are something that one can\u2019t afford to miss. So, if you missed anything from the you could buy from here. 5. Man Mahal \u2013 Enjoy Breathtaking Sunset Views Built by Amber\u2019s Raja Man Singh, this beautiful palace is located close to the Pushkar sarovar. The palace is built in traditional Rajasthani architecture and has a temple inside. The palace is maintained by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation and is used as a tourist bungalow. The key attractions for tourists are breathtaking sunset views of the lakes and temples around. Camel riding and camping arrangements can be made on request for guests. 6. Varah Temple \u2013 Largest Temple In Pushkar Varah Temple is one of the largest and the oldest temples in Pushkar. The temple is dedicated to Varaha, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu as a boar. Constructed in the 12th century, this temple is an architectural wonder. Varah Temple was destructed the then Mughal ruler, Aurangzeb as he was offended by the depiction of the body of a man with the head of a boar in the temple. In 1727, the temple was restored by Raja Sawai Jai Singh II. 7. Rangji Temple \u2013 New Temple In Town Rangji Temple is one of the newest temples in the town and was constructed in 1823 under the guidance of Seth Puran Mal Ganeriwal. A major highlight of this temple is its South Indian architecture, especially the high gopuram. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rangii who is related to Lord Vishnu. The temple also features other architectural styles including the Rajput and Mughal. The temple is located near many tourist attractions of Pushkar, and you can explore them on a bicycle. 8. Gayatri Mata Temple \u2013 Dedicated To Lord Brahma\u2019s Wife Gayatri Mata Temple is one of the must-visit\u00a0places to see in Pushkar\u00a0as this temple has a connection with Lord Brahma. According to mythology, when Lord Brahma married an untouchable girl Savitri in the absence of Gayatri, he was cursed by his wife that he will never be worshipped anywhere else except Pushkar. So, this is the reason why Lord Brahma and Gayatri Mata are worshipped as a couple in this temple. It is only a short walk from Lord Brahma Temple. 9. Gau Ghat \u2013 For Rituals &amp; Ceremonies Gau Ghat is one of the 52 ghats of the lake and also one of the most beautiful\u00a0places to visit in Pushkar. The ghat is mainly famous for performing rituals and holy ceremonies. It is also where the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawahar Lal Nehru and Lal bahadur Shastri were scattered. So, you might be in the presence of spirits of influential men. The serene and holy ambiance of this place will blow your mind anyway. 10. Mahadeva Temple \u2013 A Spiritual Getaway Pushkar is one of the prominent cities in India that is known for its amazing temples. The city boasts of several temples worth visiting. These temples not only provide a spiritual getaway but also take one through the history lanes of this ancient city. One such temple is the Mahadeva Temple which is amongst the famous\u00a0Pushkar tourist places.\u00a0Constructed in the 19th century, the [&hellip;]"}