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Pushkar and its holy lake

The Holy Town · Rajasthan city guide

Pushkar, the holy town

A small, peaceful pilgrimage town wrapped around a sacred lake, famous for its Brahma Temple and autumn camel fair.

Things to doFood & shoppingGetting thereGood to know
Ideal stay1–2 nights
Best timeOctober – March
Nearest railAjmer, 15 km
From JaipurAbout 150 km

About Pushkar

Why visit.

Pushkar is one of the holiest towns in India, with dozens of ghats leading down to its sacred lake and hundreds of temples. It is home to one of very few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma.

Its relaxed pace makes it a favourite stop between Jaipur and Jodhpur or Udaipur, and once a year it hosts the famous Pushkar Camel Fair.

01 / Things to do

Top things to do in Pushkar.

  • Pushkar Lake & ghatsThe sacred lake, busiest at sunrise and evening aarti.
  • Brahma TempleOne of the very few temples to Lord Brahma.
  • Savitri TempleA hilltop temple with sunrise views.
  • Pushkar Camel FairThe great autumn livestock fair.
  • Ajmer Sharif DargahThe revered Sufi shrine, 30 minutes away.
  • Evening aartiLamps, bells and chanting on the ghats as the sun goes down.

Our tip: Remove your shoes near the ghats and ask before photographing rituals or pilgrims.

Attraction guides

Camel traders at the Pushkar fairFair

Pushkar Camel Fair

Each autumn, thousands of camels, traders and pilgrims fill the dunes around Pushkar for one of the world's great fairs.

02 / Food & shopping

Eat, browse and take home.

  • A vegetarian townMeat, eggs and alcohol are not served, out of respect for its holy status.
  • MalpuaSweet syrup-soaked pancakes from the bazaar.
  • Rose productsRose water and gulkand from local fields.
  • Main bazaarSilver jewellery, clothing and music shops.

03 / Getting there

How to reach Pushkar.

  • By airJaipur and Kishangarh airports are the nearest.
  • By railAjmer Junction is 15 km away, with trains from Delhi and Jaipur.
  • By roadAbout 3 hours from Jaipur, 4 hours from Jodhpur.

04 / Good to know

A few friendly tips.

Can Pushkar be a day trip from Jaipur?

Yes, but staying one night lets you see the evening aarti and calm sunrise ghats.

What should I wear in Pushkar?

Modest clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Remove shoes near the ghats.

When is the camel fair?

In the month of Kartik, usually October or November.

Is Pushkar good for families?

Yes. It's compact, calm and easy to walk, with plenty of space to slow down.

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