Monday, March 17, 2008

Pushkar Fair Tour

Tour Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Destinations: DelhiAjmerPushkarJaipurFatehpur Sikri AgraDelhi

Day 01: Delhi

Rajasthan Pushkar Fair Tour acquaints you with you with the festival of Rajasthan. One of the Tourists Attractions In Rajasthan, Pushkar fair, held in the month of November, attracts numerous tourists and pilgrims every year. Pushkar Fair Programme Tour start from the capital of India, Delhi. Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel in Delhi.

Day 02: Delhi
On the second day of Enchanting Pushkar Fair Tour, attraction of Delhi. You will find a harmonious mix of the old and the modern while touring the city. There is a lot to see in the city. From historical places and religious buildings to shopping centers, Delhi has a number of tourist attractions Delhi such as Qutub Minar, Lal Qila Or Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India gate, Iskcon Temple ,Air Force Museum, Jantar Mantar, Lodi Gardens, Meena Bazaar, Parliament House, Old Fort, Razia Sultan Tomb, Siri Fort and many more. Overnight stay Hotel in Delhi.

Day 03: DelhiAjmerPushkar
Depart for Pushkar en-route Ajmer. Just 14 km away from Pushkar, Ajmer is an important pilgrimage site. The city is home to the Urs Ajmer Sharif (tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti). Sightseeing tour Ajmer includes the Ajmer Sharif and the Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra. Continue drive to Pushkar. Arrive in Pushkar and transfer to a tented Hotel in Pushkar

Day 04 – 05: Pushkar
One of the oldest places in the country, Pushkar is an important pilgrimage site. Nestled along Pushkar Lake, Pushkar is home to the only Brahma temple in the country. Visit the Brahma temple and other temples on the banks of the lake. Feel spiritually satisfied while visiting the temples. Enjoy the Enchanting Pushkar Fair. See various events such as camel processions, camel race, Camel Fastival etc. Night stay at a tented camp in Pushkar.

Day 06: PushkarJaipur
On the sixth day of Pushkar Fair tour Package, leave for Jaipur. Established by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727, Jaipur is also popularly called as the Pink City Of Rajasthan. Jaipur tour beckons travelers to have a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the region. Arrive in Jaipur and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay Hotel in Jaipur.

Day 07: Jaipur
In the morning visit Amer fort on elephant back. In the afternoon, visit Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Have a look at its immaculate Rajput architecture. Travel back in time while touring the museums in the City Palace Jaipur. Also visit Jantar Mantar and Ramgarh Lake. In the evening, indulge yourself in shopping. Visit the Hotel Chokhi Dhani – an ethnic village for dinner. Overnight stay Guest House In Jaipur.

Day 08: JaipurAgra
Set off for Agra en-route Fatehpur Sikri. Explore the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. Continue drive to Agra. Arrive in Agra and transfer to the hotel. Take a tour of Agra, home to the crowning glory of India. Fondly known as the city of Taj, Agra is renowned for its beautiful architectural buildings. Visit the Taj Mahal. Overnight stay in Hotel in Agra.

Day 09: Agra – Delhi
On the last day of Pushkar Fair, visit the famous Agra Fort and Buland Darwaza. Transfer to the airport / railway station in Delhi for your onward journey.

1 comment:

Indian Travel Guide said...

The holy city of Pushkar is also called the city of temples. There are more than 400 hundred temples in Pushkar but the main attraction being the temple of Lord Brahma, the only temple in India dedicated to Brahma. This otherwise sleepy town echoes with hectic activity during the Pushkar Camel Fair and festival.

Bramha Temple
Pushkar TravelsThe most famous temple is the Brahma Temple, said to be the only temple of Brahma in the world dedicated to this deity. It stands on a high plinth with the Marble steps leading up to it. A silver turtle is set on the floor facing the Sanctum-Sanctorum or Girbha-griha. Around the turtle the Marble floor is inset with hundreds of silver coins. Coins engraved with donors names are also embedded in the walls. Peacocks adorn the temple walls as they are supposed to be the vehicle of lord Brahma's consort Saraswati. A small image of the milkmaid Gayatri, flanks the four-faced image of lord Brahma and is called Chaumurti The sanctuary has silver doors inside a carved marble gateway.Bramha Temple in Pushkar

Savitri Temple
This temple is built atop Ratnagiri hill and pays respect to Brahmas wife, Goddess Savitri. A one hour trek takes tourists up the temple from where a splendid view of the surroundings - Pushkar Lake and sand dunes of nearby villages- can be enjoyed. The temple was built in 1687.

Varah Temple
One of the most sacred temples in Pushkar, Varah Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It has an image of Vishnu in the incarnation of wild boar. According to a legend, Lord Vishnu visited the earth in the incarnation of a Varah (Wild boar) to kill an atrocious demon Hirnayaksh.

Originally built in the 12th century, Varah Temple was, like many others, destroyed by the bigoted Emperor Aurangzeb (who , it is said , was particularly upset by the huge idol here of Varah, the god with the body of a man and the head of the boar.) Reconstructed BY Raja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur in 1727, the temple has an interesting and richly ornamented image house.

Apteshwar (Mahadeva)Temple
Another important temple in Pushkar, this 12th century temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.Ramavaikunth Temple in Pushkar

Ramavaikunth Temple
Pushkar HolidaysOne of Pushkar's largest and most intricate temples, the Ramavaikunth Temple was built in the 1920's and has beautifully sculpted images of no less than 361 different deities. The ornate outer gopuram over the entrance is said to have been built by a team of masons specially brought here from south India.

Rangnath Temple
Rangnath Temple is known for its gracious south Indian style of architecture. The temple houses a huge image of Lord Vishnu. It has a high rising 'Gopuram' (large gate) and Garuda pillars studded with a mythical bird styled in gold.