Ajmer is an oasis
wrapped in the green hills. The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal
Chauhan in the 7th Century A.D. and continued to be a major centre
of the Chauhan power till 1193 A.D.,. Today, Ajmer is a popular
pilgrimage centre for the Hindus as well as Muslims. Especially
famous is the Dargah Sharif-Tomb of the Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin
Chisti, which is equally revered by the Hindus and Muslims. Ajmer is
a centre of culture and education.. Ajmer is also the base for
visiting Pushkar (11 km.), the abode of Lord Brahma, lying to its
west with a temple and a picturesque lake. The Pushkar Lake is a
sacred spot for Hindus. During the month of Kartik (Oct./Nov.),
devotes throng in large numbers here to take a dip in the sacred
lake.
Location
Air
Jaipur, the nearest airport is 138 kms. (86 miles).
Rail
Ajmer is connected to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Udaipur, by
regular trains. Two of the best trains of the Indian Railways, Pink
City Express and Shatabdi Express connect Ajmer to Delhi and Jaipur.
Road
A dense network of bus service operates from Ajmer to key
destinations around |