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Ajmer
Ajmer, in Rajasthan, western India, is very popular as a gateway to Pushkar, and an important Islamic pilgrimage site, the shrine of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti.
Ajmer at a Glance
Why Ajmer?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Brahma Temple
- Pushkar Lake
- Ajmer Sharif Dargah
- Akbari Fort & Museum
- Ajmer Jain temple
- Ana Sagar Lake
Ajmer at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Brahma Temple: Brahma Temple, Pushkar (also known as Jagatpita Brahma Mandir) is a Hindu temple situated at Pushkar in the Indian state of Rajasthan, close to the sacred Pushkar Lake to which its legend has an indelible link.
- Pushkar Lake: Pushkar Lake or Pushkar Sarovar is located in the town of Pushkar near Ajmer city in Ajmer district of the Rajasthan state of western India. Pushkar Lake is a sacred lake for the Hindus.
- Ajmer Sharif Dargah: The Dargah is a major pilgrimage centre of Muslim religion and holds a special place in the life of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moin Uddin Chisty(RA). Entry is free, but you should pay the people watching your shoes a couple of bucks.
- Akbari Fort & Museum: Akbari Fort & Museum is a museum in Ajmer. It has been named Rajputana Museum.
- Ajmer Jain temple: The Ajmer Jain temple, also known as Soniji Ki Nasiyan, is a Jain temple known for its architecture. It was built in the late nineteenth century.
- Ana Sagar Lake: Ana Sagar Lake is an artificial lake situated in the city of Ajmer in Rajasthan state in India. It was built by Arnoraja (alias Ana), the grandfather of Prithviraj Chauhan, in 1135 -1150 AD and is named after him.
Things to Do
- Akbari Fort and Museum: Emperor Akbar's royal residence, now serves as a museum, which houses an excellent collection of Mughal and Rajput armour, and some fine sculptures.
- Ana Sagar Lake: The dam built by the grand father of Emperor Prithviraj Chouhan in Ajmer. Daulat Bag is an enormous park by the side of Ana Sagar and is a nice place to relax. there are marble monuments by the shore and plenty of ice cream and papad-wallahs selling snacks.
- Brahma Temple: Must go to Pushkar to visit this amazing Brahma Temple near Pushkar Lake, go shopping in the narrow but ethnic and colourful lanes of the marketplace, eat traditional foods as well as international delicacies in the numerous eateries.
- Ajmer Sharif Dargah: The Dargah is a major pilgrimage centre of Muslim religion and holds a special place in the life of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moin Uddin Chisty(RA). Entry is free, but you should pay the people watching your shoes a couple of bucks.
- Happy Valley: Only if it is rainy season and you don't have old members in your group.
- Nareli: A Jain place on the outskirts (Kishangarh bypass). This is a good place to visit, has a very big temple and offer authentic Jain food (You have to check the meal hours in advance, they are strict in serving meals in those hours only).
Sightseeing Places
- Brahma Temple: Brahma Temple, Pushkar (also known as Jagatpita Brahma Mandir) is a Hindu temple situated at Pushkar in the Indian state of Rajasthan, close to the sacred Pushkar Lake to which its legend has an indelible link.
- Pushkar Lake: Pushkar Lake or Pushkar Sarovar is located in the town of Pushkar near Ajmer city in Ajmer district of the Rajasthan state of western India. Pushkar Lake is a sacred lake for the Hindus.
- Ajmer Sharif Dargah: The Dargah is a major pilgrimage centre of Muslim religion and holds a special place in the life of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moin Uddin Chisty(RA). Entry is free, but you should pay the people watching your shoes a couple of bucks.
- Akbari Fort & Museum: Akbari Fort & Museum is a museum in Ajmer. It has been named Rajputana Museum.
- Ajmer Jain temple: The Ajmer Jain temple, also known as Soniji Ki Nasiyan, is a Jain temple known for its architecture. It was built in the late nineteenth century.
- Ana Sagar Lake: Ana Sagar Lake is an artificial lake situated in the city of Ajmer in Rajasthan state in India. It was built by Arnoraja (alias Ana), the grandfather of Prithviraj Chauhan, in 1135 -1150 AD and is named after him.
Places That Define Ajmer
Explore the most iconic landmarks and sacred sites.
Brahma Temple
Brahma Temple, Pushkar (also known as Jagatpita Brahma Mandir) is a Hindu temple situated at Pushkar in the Indian state of Rajasthan, close to the sacred Pushkar Lake to which its legend has an indelible link.
Pushkar Lake
Pushkar Lake or Pushkar Sarovar is located in the town of Pushkar near Ajmer city in Ajmer district of the Rajasthan state of western India. Pushkar Lake is a sacred lake for the Hindus.
Ajmer Sharif Dargah
The Dargah is a major pilgrimage centre of Muslim religion and holds a special place in the life of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moin Uddin Chisty(RA). Entry is free, but you should pay the people watching your shoes a couple of bucks.
Akbari Fort & Museum
Akbari Fort & Museum is a museum in Ajmer. It has been named Rajputana Museum.
Ajmer Jain temple
The Ajmer Jain temple, also known as Soniji Ki Nasiyan, is a Jain temple known for its architecture. It was built in the late nineteenth century.
Ana Sagar Lake
Ana Sagar Lake is an artificial lake situated in the city of Ajmer in Rajasthan state in India. It was built by Arnoraja (alias Ana), the grandfather of Prithviraj Chauhan, in 1135 -1150 AD and is named after him.
Delhi Gate
Delhi Gate is a massive arched gateway leading to Dargah Sharif, Ajmer, with pillared hall on right side which has to be used by guards. The Gateway was constructed by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1571 AD.
Nareli Jain Temple
Nareli Jain Temple or Shri Gyanodaya Tirth Kshetra, is a new Jain temple located on the outskirts of Ajmer 7 kilometers from the city center and 128 kilometers west of Jaipur on the main national highway 8.
Badshahi Haveli
Badshahi Haveli is an historic building in Naya Bazar, Ajmer in India. It was built in 1567 on the order of Emperor Akbar.
Nareli
A Jain place on the outskirts (Kishangarh bypass). This is a good place to visit, has a very big temple and offer authentic Jain food (You have to check the meal hours in advance, they are strict in serving meals in those hours only).
Prithviraj Smarak
A park dedicated to Emperor Prithviraj Chouhan of the 11th century.
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Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
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- 2 Days in Ajmer: 2 days with detailed day plans
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport Ajmer (KQH), about 23 km from Ajmer.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Ajmer Junction railway station, about 1 km from central Ajmer.
- By Road: Jaipur is 1½–3 hours by road (depending on the type of bus you take)(the Jaipur-Ajmer expressway also known as national highway 8 is a 6 lane road and is fantastic to drive on). Jodhpur is 4–5 hours in the opposite direction.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Ajmer (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–37°C with about 13 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Ajmer (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 25–32°C with about 98 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Ajmer (Oct, Nov) averages 18–28°C with about 30 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Ajmer (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 9 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 37°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Ajmer, in Rajasthan, western India, is very popular as a gateway to Pushkar, and an important Islamic pilgrimage site, the shrine of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti.
- Overview: Ajmer, in Rajasthan, western India, is very popular as a gateway to Pushkar, and an important Islamic pilgrimage site, the shrine of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti.
- Ancient History: Ajmer was originally known as Ajayameru. The city was founded by an 11th-century Chahamana king, Ajaydeva. Historian Dasharatha Sharma notes that the earliest mention of the city's name occurs in Palha's Pattavali, which was copied in 1113 CE (1170 VS) at Dhara. This suggests that Ajmer was founded sometime before 1113 CE.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Ajmer, in Rajasthan, western India, is very popular as a gateway to Pushkar, and an important Islamic pilgrimage site, the shrine of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti.
- Accommodation: There are numerous hotels and guest houses near the Dargah. But if you are going during the Urs season, make sure you book your rooms 2-3 months earlier if possible. Listed options include Hotel Mansingh Palace and The Ambassador Hotel.
- Best Way To Explore: Ajmer is a very limited market place, once you get your bearings. Dargah Bazaar is about 15 minutes walk from railway station, and Ana Sagar ("lake" - which has marble pavilions in a garden and is a wonderful place to sit, especially on hot days) is about 30 minutes' walk.
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Significance
Ajmer was originally known as Ajayameru. The city was founded by an 11th-century Chahamana king, Ajaydeva.
Historical Significance
Ajmer was originally known as Ajayameru. The city was founded by an 11th-century Chahamana king, Ajaydeva.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ajmer is most comfortable in January, February, September, October and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 39°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport Ajmer (KQH), about 23 km away. The nearest railway station is Ajmer Junction railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Brahma Temple, Pushkar Lake, Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Akbari Fort & Museum, Ajmer Jain temple and Ana Sagar Lake.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 21°C to 39°C over the year, with about 444 mm of rain in total.
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