Pushkar is a sleepy yet vibrant town on the outskirts of the district of Ajmer in Rajasthan. It is well known for the months-long Pushkar fair held in winter every year. It is a beloved place for backpackers and tourists alike. Millions of global tourists throng Pushkar town every year, such is the allure of this sleepy yet vibrant town. Get affordable flights from Canada to India now for Puskar diaries.
It makes a beautiful place if you love colours, camels and deserts. Pushkar has a special and distinct vibe of its own. The town also holds sacred meaning for the Hindus for there is a sacred lake in the middle of the town which bears spiritual significance. The town is at the entry point and opens up to the mighty Thar desert.
Pushkar has weaved a unique and colourful story around itself and has made an indelible mark on the tourist landscape of the country. The town has so much to offer that even months will fall short and words too will fall short in describing the magical aura of the town. Affordable flights from Canada to India are now on offer to let you feel this magical aura at Pushkar.
Here is a list of a few of the activities that you can delight yourself with while around Pushkar.
Chilling stay at the garden of dreams by barasingha luxury
It is one of the magnificent properties in the area overlooking the majestic hills of Pushkar. The luxury property has maintained a beautiful lush green garden in the middle of the desert. The property lies about 3km from Pushkar town. It is rightly located away from the hustle and bustle of the town yet not far enough to be away from the charms of the town. It is a favourite with luxury-looking tourists. Chilling and relaxing here after a well-spent day at Pushkar will soothe your senses. The staff here organizes the jeep safari and camel rides for the guests staying with them. Get firsthand experience of ultra-luxury with business travel flights to India from tripbeam before you land here for a luxurious Pushkar trip.
Visiting the ghats of Pushkar
A beautiful lake in the middle of the desert? Sounds cool right? The Pushkar has for you a beautiful lake right in the middle of the town. The lake is surrounded by 52 ghats and over 400 temples. A dip in the lake absolves the one from the sins worth 100 years. The pristine greenish water of the lake is alluring.
On the ghats, you can witness the unique cultural aspect of India. The people observing rituals are a delightful thing to watch. The early morning and evening aarti at the ghats with reverberating sound of the bells is just surreal stuff to experience. Take a stroll around the ghats to see the real colours of India.
The enchanting Pushkar Mela
The fair of the Pushkar is the real deal if you are around here in the winter. You will have a chance to see the firsthand aspect of unique Rajasthani culture their ways of life, eating habits and cuisine. The Pushkar Mela is basically a cattle trading Mela where the exchange of cattle takes place. Locals from far across the villages take part in the fair with their camels. The scene is filled with camels all around the fair. There are a lot of competitions that are held in the fair like the most handsome camel competition, moustache competition, Matka phod and bridal competitions. It’s a treat to watch the performances during these competitions. Check the best travel deals online now from tripbeam and get your gear ready for Pushkar Mela this season.
The charm of Brahma temple
Lord Brahma is the much-revered deity in Hinduism and is considered the creator of the universe. The Pushkar holds the unique distinction of having the only Brahma temple in the world. The temple is known as Jagatpith Brahma mandir and is located close to the lake. The marvellous architecture of the temple constructed with white slabs of marble showcases the craftsmanship of the local style.
Pushkar international balloon festival
Pushkar makes an ideal setting for hot-air ballooning. Nothing beats the charm of riding a hot air balloon overlooking the town from great heights. It is a surreal experience to enjoy the hills and lakes beneath you. The joyride pumps up the adrenaline and the activity delights the adrenaline junkies. Pushkar also houses the international balloon festival since 2010 where many contests are held. The colourful balloons are paraded in the ground and the sky is filled with hundreds of such balloons. It is the right time to be at the Pushkar when the balloon festival is around. Tripbeam offers affordable flights from Canada to India to let you catch the fun at the Pushkar balloon festival.
Sunset at dharma camel safari
The beautiful golden sand is on your way if you choose a dharma camel safari. The safari offers a chance to view traditional Rajasthani colourful attire and soul-stirring music as well. On the safari trail lies the majestic sand dunes as well. The bumpy camel ride in the middle of the Thar desert is an unforgettable experience to have in your kitty. The safari walks through many villages and the main treat of the safari lies in the breathtaking sunset afar the golden sands. When in Pushkar don’t forget to book a long camel safari.
So these were some of the cool activities that you can undertake in Pushkar. Pushkar returns the joy in manifolds. Plan a perfect getaway in the deserts this season.
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