Pushkar: The Rose Garden of Rajasthan and much more…

Pushkar in Rajasthan is one of the oldest city in India. Located to the northwest of Ajmer, it is a favoured destination by thousands of tourists and devotees flocking to Rajasthan. Situated at a height of 510 metres, Pushkar in Rajasthan is surrounded by hillocks on three sides.

The 'Nag Pahar', literally meaning Snake Mountain, forms a natural border between Ajmer and Pushkar in Rajasthan. Known as 'The rose garden of Rajasthan', the essence of the famous Pushkar rose is set to be exported all over the world. Along with an interesting mythological history, a legacy of timeless architectural heritage makes Pushkar in Rajasthan the oldest city to an existence.

According to the mythology, Lord Brahma, who's believed to be the creator of the universe, dropped a lotus to the ground leading to the immediate creation of a lake. He then decided to name the place after the flower, and thus the area got its name as Pushkar.

It is said that Pushkar in Rajasthan is a home to the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the whole world. Hindus consider a journey to Pushkar in Rajasthan to be the ultimate pilgrimage that must be undertaken to attain salvation.

Known for its bounty and appealing existence, the Pushkar Fair (Pushkar Camel Fair) or Pushkar Mela, as it is locally known as, is an annual five-day camel and livestock fair held in the city between the months of October and November. It is one of the world's largest camel fairs.

Apart from the buying and selling of livestock, Pushkar in Rajasthan has become an important tourist attraction. Competitions such as the 'Matka phod', 'longest moustache' and 'bridal competition' are the main draws for this fair which attracts thousands of tourists. In recent years, the fair has also included an exhibition cricket match between the local Pushkar Club and a team of foreign tourists.

As a potluck of surprises of heritage, there are many reasons to visit Pushkar in Rajasthan. It has one of the best Fair that takes place every year and is one of the most sought-after traction globally. However, the Pushkar Mela that happens every year in Pushkar in Rajasthan

Apart from getting the tourists and livestock, the biggest attraction at Pushkar Mela is having the hot air ballooning that they have recently started. It offers you India's one of the very first experience which people like to get associated with in some way or the other.

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