Ajmer
"The land of Ajmer Sharif Dargah"
Ajmer Tourism
Surrounded by Aravali ranges, the city of Ajmer is most famous for
the Ajmer Sharif Dargah of saint Muin-ud-din Chishti. This makes
Ajmer one of the most significant places of Islamic pilgrimage in the
world. Located at a distance of 130 km from Jaipur and 14 kms
from Pushkar in Rajasthan, the city is firmly bound by its traditions
and culture. Ajmer has a unique charm that lies in the ethos and
craftsmanship practised over centuries.
This Guide includes
About Ajmer
Suggested Itinerary
Commuting tips
Top Places To Visit
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Hotels
Restaurants
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Commuting in Ajmer
Autos and cabs around the city are conveniently available. Shared
autos are available from almost anywhere. A ride to Pushkar will
also be easily available.
Top 10 places to visit in Ajmer
1. Ajmer Sharif Dargah
Dargah Sharif, the tomb of Moinuddin Chishti is one of the holiest
places of worship in India. Being the final resting place of the
Gharib Nawaz Moin-ud-din Chisti, it is visited by millions of people
every year. Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti was a great Sufi Saint.
Women are allowed to enter the dargah.
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2. Ana Sagar Lake
Ana Sagar is an artificial lake constructed in the 12th century AD
by Anaji Chauhan, grandfather of the last independent Hindu king
Prithvi Raj Chauhan. Spread over 13km, this lake features marble
pavilions and gardens and is best visited during the sunsets when
the views are extraordinarily marvellous.
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3. Adhai Din ka Jhopra
Adhai Din ka Jhopara is a Masjid built by Qutub-ud-Din-Aibak,
first Sultan of Delhi in AD 1199. It is believed to be constructed in
two and a half days and that's where it gets its name. Though
most of the ancient temple is in ruins today, the area of the
mosque is still used as a place of worship.
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4. Akbar's Palace
Akbar's Palace is the place where he and his troops stayed at
Ajmer whenever he visited the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. It is now
converted into a museum that portrays the age-old military
weapons and exquisite sculptures, paintings and other artefacts
of the Mughal era. It is also known as Akbari Fort & Museum.
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5. Ajmer Jain Temple
Ajmer Jain Temple or Soniji Ki Nasiyan is a Digambar Jain temple
dedicated to Lord Rishabhdev (Agnidev), the first of the 24
Tirthankara of Jainism. The main attraction is the main chamber,
known as the Swarna Nagari "City of Gold", which has several
gold-plated wooden figures, depicting several figures in Jainism.
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6. Kishangarh City
Called as the marble city of India, Kishangarh city is a tourist spot
in itself as the city is famous for it's art and culture, Bani Thani
style of painting and the Kishangarh Fort. It is the only place in
the world with a temple of nine planets.
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7. Shopping in Ajmer
The lively markets of Ajmer are well-known for their exquisite
momentoes such as embroidered apparel and shoes, silver and
lac jewellery, black metal showpieces, handmade jute bags and
more.
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8. Foy Sagar Lake
Lake Foy Sagar is an artificial lake situated on the Foy Sagar
Garden Road in Ajmer. It's a popular picnic spot during the winter.
The lake resonates with peace and serenity and offers a 360
angle view of the neighbouring Aravalli peaks.
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9. Durga Bagh Gardens
Durga Bagh is a charming garden on the banks of the majestic
Ana Sagar Lake. The garden was built by Maharaja Shiv Dan in
1868 AD. The Marble pavilions (Baradari) built in the premises of
the Daulat Bagh are the main attraction apart from the greenery
and numerous trees and flowering plants. The pavilions were built
by Emperor Shah Jahan. This place is an ideal picnic spot.
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10. Nareli Jain Temple
Nareli Jain Temple is a beautiful marble temple with angular and
strikingly appealing designs. The temple is situated on the ranges
of the Aravali Mountains that makes the views from the temple
more scenic.
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Restaurants in Ajmer
Sheesh Mahal
Multi-cuisine
12 Noon-3PM & 7-11:30PM
INR 200-300 for two
Man Singh Palace, Vaishali nagar, Ajmer
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Silver Leaf Restaurant
Multi-cuisine
11AM-10PM
INR 400 for two
Hotel Embassy, Jaipur Road, Ajmer
Mango Masala Restaurant
Chinese, Indian, Continental
11AM-11PM
INR 300 for two
Sardar Patel Marg, Ajmer
Elite
North-Indian
Noon-3PM & 7-10.30PM
INR 200- 300 for two
Station Road, Ajmer
Honeydew
Continental, South Indian, Fast Food, North Indian, Chinese,
Mughlai
9am ? 11pm (Mon-Sun)
600 for two
Opposite Railway Station, Station Road, Railway Quarters Ajmer
Madeena Hotel
Serving delicious non-vegetarian delicacies, in the strict vegetarian
town of Pushkar Madina Hotel is every non-veg lover's paradise. It's
a great place for meat dishes at affordable prices. Try their Mughlai
chicken and tandoori rotis.
Top Hotels in Ajmer
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9.6 9.3
Camp Lands End Hotel Everest
kadel road, Doongariya Khurd Pushkar Kalo ka Mohalla, Badi Basti
Starting From ₹ 8,612 Starting From ₹ 599
9.2 9.1
Varah Square Guest House Hotel tulsi palace
Varah street , varah ghat ,choti basti vip road badi basti
pushkar Main market road 39/13 Starting From ₹ 950
Starting From ₹ 400
9.1 9.0
PushkarOrganic - Lux farm Treebo Tryst Royal Amar With
resort with pool Mountain View Pushkar
Motisar Road, Pushkar Hotel Royal Amar, Jamni Kund Road,
Starting From ₹ 0 Singodiya Bhawan, Ajmer
Starting From ₹ 2,095
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