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Travel to PUSHKAR - Pushkar lies at a distance of 11kms from Ajmer. It is a very important pilgrimage spot for Hindus and is famous for its pushkar lake. The holy dip in this lake on kartika Purnima is thought to be salvation giving. Colorful Pushkar Fair is a window to the rich culture of Rajasthan. It is also quiet famous for its fair. Joyful celebration, cultural variety and cattle market make Pushkar fair famous.
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PUSHKAR AT A GLANCE |
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FACTS & FIGURES : |
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Area |
5 sq. kms. |
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Ideal Time to Visit |
July to March |
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Language |
Rajasthani, Hindi, English |
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State |
Rajasthan |
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HOW TO REACH : |
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By RAIL : Ajmer is connected to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Abu Road and Jodhpur by regular trains. Two of the best trains of the Indian Railways, Pink City Express and Shatabdi Express connect Ajmer to Delhi and Jaipur.
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By ROAD : A dense network of bus service operates from Ajmer to key destinations around. |
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BY AIR : Jaipur, the nearest airport is 138 kms. (86 miles). |
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SHOPPING : |
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Pushkar's narrow main bazaar is lined with an assortment of absorbing little shops. things that are available here are textiles, clothes with elaborate embroidery, ethnic jewellery which is a speciality of Rajasthan, alluring miniature paintings, leather goods, lovely brass utensils, mesmerising puppets and pottery. |
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