Overview

Surround yourself with the vibrant, colourful events held while celebrating festivals in the twin cities- Ajmer and Pushkar. These spiritual sites offer more than a soul-enriching experience; they let you connect with the local rural lifestyle directly.

Starting with traditional cultural performance, desert landscapes, camel parades, and more. Join the Pushkar Fair to gain an in-depth knowledge by directly interacting with localities, and learn about their rural life.

Main Highlight of Ajmer Pushkar Fair Tour

•           Cultural Treasure Trove: Fair-filled rural competitions, shows of Camel parades, bazaars, folk music and dance performances.

•           Soul rejuvenating Spiritual ambience: Enjoy a cleansing ritual by a holy dip in Pushkar Lake and visit the famous Brahma Temple for blessings.

•           Adventurous Exploring: Get a full view of the city with a hot air balloon ride, safari and desert camping for a desert landscape view.

•           Interaction with Localities: Connect with the locals to experience authentic flavours of Rajasthani thali while exploring the vibrant bazaar.

•           Smart Travelling: Booking of tour, and transport in advance, follow the customs, be ready to stay calm at the crowded sites with hustle and bustling tourists, visitors, and stay hydrated throughout the trip.

What to Expect during the Pushkar Fair?

1.       Spiritual Awakening: Main spiritual highlights of the Ajmer Pushkar Fair Tour:-

•           Experience a soul-enriching journey while taking a sacred dip in Pushkar Lake, especially during the Kartik Purnima occasion.

•           Next, visit the Brahma Temple, widely known for being the only temple that worships Lord Brahma.

2.       Mesmerising Festive Lights:

•           Join the Fair to connect with the traditional roots of Rajasthan with livestock trading, where Camels and cattle are decorated, parades and then grooming contests are held, creating a lively trading.

•           Apart from Camel parades, Camels can be seen dancing whimsically and energetically, showcasing a unique side of Rajasthan rural life.

3.       Bizarre Competitive Games: You will be surprised to know the Bizarre competitions held in the Pushkar Fair, such as turban tying, pot-breaking, longest moustache, tug of war, and so on, which add festive spirits among the people.

4.       Adrenaline-pumping Experiences

•           Get a kick in your adrenaline with a hot air Balloon ride, witness a stunning view of the city with sunset and sunrise, as you go higher in the sky.

•           Camel Safaris in dunes, with glamping camps opportunity under the starlight, witnessing a magical cultural outlook, creates a dreamy and scenic memory.

5.       Cultural Exploration

•           Get closer to the local customs by enjoying their folk dance and music performance, especially their famous Kalbeliya and Ghoomar dances, storytelling puppet show, street acts and more. 

6.       Delightful Market Vibes

•           Flavours of Rajasthani cuisine are never to be missed, cooked in traditional style, bringing out the authentic flavours of the dishes such as dal batti churma, gatte ki sabzi, ghewar, malpua, cooling lassi and so on.

•           Experience bargaining thrill at the Bazaars of Pushkar Fair. At the fair, you can enjoy shopping for authentic silver jewellery, puppets, embroidered textiles, leather goods, camel-themed souvenirs and more.

Tips to Travel Smart and Safe

•           It’s highly recommended to book in advance the tour and transportation, especially during the fair, to avoid the seasonal rush.

•           The nearest railway is Ajmer Junctio,n after which you can book a cab or board a bus to Pushkar (14 km away from Ajmer).

•           Planning for flights, the nearest airport is Kishangarh (40 km) or Jaipur Airport (150 km). Taxi fares can vary based on the occasion and season.

•           Enjoy a stroll to nearby destinations, and for longer distances, carts or auto-rickshaws. Don’t forget to negotiate the taxi fares.

•           Dress modestly as per the culture, carry a water bottle, and cash for travelling.

Stay Cautions

·       Be aware of Priest Scams

Don’t fall into the traps of donations demanded by manipulative priests based on unreasonable blessings. Maintain your cool and cross a line to protect yourself.

·       Cross-Check Tour Packages

For commercial purposes, some people tend to create choreographed setups at the fair. Keep track of the destination mentioned in tourist Packages.

·       Keep track of Routes

Choose the well-maintained paths and avoid heavy traffic routes to be on time to experience the best of the Pushkar fair.

Wrapping Up

Ajmer and Pushkar cities offer their best version of authentic culture and traditions, and the rural lifestyle of the people makes it even more idealistic for a sightseeing tour.

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