“Pushkar Lake”-The holy town, Take a GeoTourism around the Temple
Pushkar Shrine
Pushkar is known as a holy town in the state of Rajasthan. Besides the Pushkar Camel Fair or Pushkar Mela, Pushkar is home to the only temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in the whole world. Pushkar is situated at the height of 510 meters and surrounded by hillocks from all sides namely Ratnagiri in the south, Nilgiri in the north, Sanchoora in the west, and Suryagiri in the east.
History of Pushkar described in ‘Padma Purana’. The word Pushkar means lotus flower and is said to be the seat of Brahma. Brahma one of the Hindu holy trinity is worshiped as the creator of this world.
The interesting mythological history and legacy of architectural heritage make Pushkar a fascinating city. it is said that Lord Brahma once came to know that a demon named Vajranabha, killing and torturing people. To remove such atrocity, the Lord killed the monster with a lotus flower. While doing so, some petals from the lotus flower fell at three places on the ground, Pushkar is one of them. To live petals, Brahma creates a lake at the place.
Pushkar Lake is described as ‘Tirtha Raj’, the king of all pilgrimage sites. No pilgrimage is considered to be complete without a dip in the holy Pushkar Lake. The town often hums with puja, generating an episodic soundtrack of chanting, drums and gongs, and devotional songs.
Pushkar Mela
The Pushkar Camel Fair has a magnetism not only in India but also in the world. unique character and extremely colorful folk performances, camel races, dances, great food, art, and photography make a big attraction for travelers. Camel trading, at the camel fair, is what draws most tourists to the place and it is the only such camel fair in the world. Pushkar is also famous for ‘the rose garden of Rajasthan’, the famous Pushkar rose is exported all over the world.
Hindu as well as foreign pilgrims visit the town every year and participate in a colorful and vibrant Pushkar fair. During the display of unique exhibitions, exciting competitions, and fascinating events extending to several days.
Pushkar lakes have 52 bathing ghats and various temples spread all around the lake. The lord Brahma temple was built with marble and decorated with silver coins, this temple can be identified by its red spire and the image of a swan which is sacred to Lord Brahma. apart from this Savitri Temple has the most important, others are Pap Mochini Temple, Varaha Temple, and Aptaeshwar Temple.
To experience ultimate devotion towards Lord Brahma visit Pushkar between October to November. During this month, on the night of Kartik Poornima, in honor of the Lord Brahma thousands of pilgrims take bath in the sacred lake of Pushkar. Several other rites celebrated at the Brahma temple become part of the religious celebration.
GeoTourism, Pushkar Lake
Pushkar is only 11km from Ajmer, separated from it by rugged ‘Nag Pahar’ meaning Snake Mountain. The area has undulating topography. You could go for a trek to the Aravalli Hills nearby. There are a lot of temples in the vicinity, and other lakes, Enjoy a royal camel safari to check out Pushkar City. You can spend the whole night in the Tent Camp. Enjoy and relax near the bonfire and enjoy the dance performance of the local
The trek in the region consists of a combination of small steps and stone-built steps. On reaching the top, the view is breathtaking. entire Pushkar from the top surrounded by Aravalli ranges. A great trek to the historical temple Must be good during the monsoon or winter season.
