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Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, umbrella. When To Max: Min: Rain: 153.0mm Pushkar 20.29999923 22.29999923 7060547°C 7060547°C A holy town in , revered Aug for its centuries old and VISIT Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, legendary temples. Topped with umbrella. http://www.ixigo.com/weather-in-pushkar-lp-1138148 Max: Min: Rain: 60.0mm the legend of the supreme creator 25.39999961 17.79999923 and the widely acclaimed 8530273°C 7060547°C Jan colorful Pushkar Camel Fair, the Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Sep destination makes for a wonderful Max: Min: Rain: 0.0mm Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. 17.20000076 6.099999904 Max: Min: Rain: 33.0mm spiritual sojourn. 2939453°C 632568°C 22.20000076 17.70000076 2939453°C 2939453°C Feb Famous For : City Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Oct Max: Min: Rain: 30.0mm Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen. 16.79999923 7.099999904 Max: 29.0°C Min: Rain: 6.0mm Pushkar is the site of one of the handful of 7060547°C 632568°C 19.70000076 2939453°C Brahma temples in the world. It is even said Mar that this is the only temple for Brahma as he Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Nov was under a curse that forbids him from Max: Min: Rain: 12.0mm Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. being worshiped anywhere else. Folklore 23.60000038 12.30000019 Max: Min: Rain: 0.0mm 1469727°C 0734863°C 23.29999923 15.19999980 also has it that the holy lake here is as old as 7060547°C 9265137°C the planet itself. Most tourists make it a Apr Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. Dec point to hire the services of the holy men Max: 27.0°C Min: Rain: 9.0mm Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen. here for offering worship at the lake. 12.69999980 Max: Min: Rain: 0.0mm Pushkar has numerous other spellbinding 9265137°C 20.60000038 10.19999980 1469727°C 9265137°C temples and is also very famous for the 5- May day Camel Festival held during November, Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen. attracting traders and tourists alike. Max: Min: 23.0°C Rain: 0.0mm 25.39999961 What To 8530273°C Jun SEE Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, 5 Sights This Pdf and its contents are copyright © umbrella. 2013,ixigo.com, all rights reserved. ixigo logo, the character and all other marks displayed herein are Max: Min: Rain: 75.0mm http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-pushkar-lp-1138148 registered and/or common law trademarks of ixigo.com and/or third parties. 30.70000076 23.70000076 2939453°C 2939453°C 1 Pataleshwar Temple Jul Pushkar Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/pushkar page 2

The inner sanctum of the Raghunath Mandir Temple, Old Rangji Temple etc. are some of Pushkar, Rajasthan, , Pushkar, , contains idols of Lord Rama with his wife, the best places to visit near Rajasthan, 305001, India Pushkar is famous for its connection with Sita and brother, Lakshman on either side. Brahma Temple in Pushkar.  Pushkar Lake had is termed as tirthraj or the the Hindu Holy Trinity of Brahma, The temple also contains images of some King of all pilgrimage spots across India. It's and Maheshwara (), a tradition that other Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The one of the most sacred water bodies for the Ptaeshwar Temple is a part of. Dedicated to temple sees a lot of footfall during the 5 Temple and a dip in the lake is believed to Lord Shiva, it is believed to have been built festive season of Navratras. Built in 1823, purge humans of all their sins, and even skin in the 12th Century, making it one of the this temple comprises of seven shrine and diseases. It's surrounded by a whopping 52 oldest temples of Shiva that exist today. only Indian pilgrims are allowed to visit , that lead to it. The crowds of The original temple is believed to have been here.  devotees swell to an amazing number on destroyed by the Mughal Emperor the day of Karthik Purnima, that's usually in 's invasion and what now remains 4 Brahma Temple November or October, as people from all is a resurrected version of an underground across the world come willing to take a dip. shrine with a beautiful lingam at its Adding more to the religious value of the centre.  Pushkar Lake are a number of temples

around it, cited at more than 500. Standing

tall on the horizon of the lakeside are the Ptaeshwar Temple Pushkar, Rajasthan, India Aravalli hills. Some facts link the lake's can be approached after descending a history to as far back as the 4th century, steep flight of stairs, almost as though the Lord Vishnu is closely associated with the with its evidence being found on coins main shrine is secured as a child is in his image of the Preserver in Hindu mythology, dating back to that era. mother's womb. Legend also believes that where he takes on to slay demons the temple has been going deeper into the 3 Raghunath Mandir and kill all evil to preserve peace on earth. earth over the years, adding a mystical aura Brahma Temple Road, Ganahera, He is believed to have taken 9 such avatars, to the folklore that surrounds this place as Pushkar, Rajasthan 305022, India one of which is well as the myths of creation and the Varaha Temple, in whose honour this The present universe. temple in Pushkar is dedicated. Legend has Brahma Temple   it that Lord Vishnu took the of half in Pushkar Offer chants and prayers, and make sure to boar-half man to descend to the earth and is believed to have been built in the 14th carry the special white flowers with 'bel' leaf, slay the demon Hiranyaksha, who century, though the origins of this temple a favourite of Lord Shiva as believed by his threatened to destroy all life. His older are believed to date back to 2000 years. The devotees.  brother, Hiranyakashyipu was also slayed by temple is built in beautiful white marble, the Narsimha (half man, half lion) avatar of with steps leading to the main shrine. 2 Pushkar Lake Lord Vishnu. Varaha Temple, Shiv Shakti Art and Pushkar, Rajasthan, India Varaha Temple in Pushkar is believed to Handicraft, Atmeshwar Temple, Rangji date back to the 12th Century, though much Pushkar Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/pushkar page 3

of it was destroyed by the Mughal Emperor From pancakes to The cafe is popular for the spectacular Aurangzeb. Raja Sawai Jai Singh II of palak paneer, you'll get all here. Open for views that it offers of the Pushkar Lake and 4 Aroma Royal Garden renovated the temple and brought it to its breakfast, lunch and dinner, the very warm surrounding temples. Try heading here just current glory in the 18th Century. This host will make you feel right at home. Free before sunset to enjoy your meal while temple continues the presence of the Holy wifi and good conversation is just an added nature plays its magic over the skies here. Trinity of Hindu mythology in Pushkar, along bonus. A percentage of the profits go to with the temples dedicated to Lord Brahma disadvantaged street kids in the Pushkar 3 Little Italy and Shiva here. area. Ask Sheru about volunteering!

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Bramha Chowk, Pushkar, Near Eat Bramha Temple, Ajmer, Rajasthan 5 Places 305022, India http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-pushkar-lp-1138148 Panchkund Road, Pushkar Ho, +91-145-2772179 1 The Laughing Buddha Cafe Pushkar Rajasthan 305022, India American, Indian, Chinese or Continental, +91-145-2772366 it's all here at Near Pushkar Lake, Choti Basti, Aroma Royal. A foodie's delight, it prides Pushkar, Rajasthan 305022, India Step into this little Italy and feast on some itself for the ambience too. You can choose +91-145-2772382 authentic Italian food. From bruschettas and from either the plush AC seating or the open pastas to wood fired pizzas and panna huts for a meal. Sitting amidst a lush garden, A popular cafe and restaurant in Pushkar, cottas, you'll find everything Italian inside dining at one of its huts is quite an Sunset Cafe offers a selective but interesting this cosy and friendly restaurant. experience. Masala Dosas are a great draw menu of multi-cuisine dishes. You can either Little Italy uses purely organic here. opt for a hearty thali or a Masala Dosa here ingredients, making all this lip-smacking Near Gau Badi Basti, Pushkar, or choose from a variety of evening snacks. food even more delicious and healthy. They 5 Princes Restaurant Rajasthan, 305022, India They also offer fresh juices and other also do not use any artificial preservatives beverages, perfect between those tiring and sweeteners, allowing you to experience Tucked away upstairs from the main temple visits. food like mother nature intended it to be. bustling bazaar of Pushkar is this friendly The helpful restaurant staff will also give you paradise that is some amazing local insights, making sure The Laughing Buddha Cafe. This cosy cafe is that you enjoy the very best of Pushkar, a warm and friendly place to stop for a even the sightseeing bit. beautfiul hot masala chai or a real coffee. Pushkar Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/pushkar page 4

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A multicusine restaurant, Prince Restaurant serves delicious Continental, Chinese and Indian dishes, prepared by professional and experienced staff. The ambience is something to lookout for. Do visit Prince Restaurant to have a amazing time. Pushkar Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/pushkar page 5

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See A: Pataleshwar Temple B: Pushkar Lake C: Raghunath Mandir D: Brahma Temple E: Varaha Temple Accommodation F: Royal Rajputana Camp G: The Narayan Resort H: Rasta Cafe And Rooms Pushkar I: Royal Rajputana Camp J: The Narayan Resort K: Rasta Cafe And Rooms Pushkar L: Royal Rajputana Camp M: The Narayan Resort N: Rasta Cafe And Rooms Pushkar Food O: The Laughing Buddha Cafe P: Sunset Cafe Q: Little Italy R: Aroma Royal Garden S: Princes Restaurant