Pushkar
This small, holy pilgrimage town of lakes and 400 temples is most well-known for the annual Pushkar Camel Fair which takes place every year around October/November.
Highlights
Camel Fair
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Ten days after Diwali, in October or November, tents and campsites spring up to accommodate thousands of pilgrims, tourists and villagers with herds of cattle, houses and camels to participate in the Pushkar Fair.
Brahma Temple
This is one of the few temples in India dedicated to Lord Brahma, who was cursed by his wife Savitri when he invited a tribal girl to take her place at a ritual.
Pushkar Ghats
Pushkar has a remarkable 52 Ghats, or steps, leading down to the lake. Devout Hindus make at least one pilgrimage to Pushkar and bathe at tyhe holy ghats to wash away their sins.
Hotels
Discover the wonderful variety of places to stay in India; including some of the most luxurious hotels in the world, intimate boutique hotels bursting with local character, charming homestays where you’ll have a chance to interact with local families, converted forts & palaces, fabulous lodges and heritage havelis.
Tours
Below are a selection of our favourite sample itineraries that we have created based on our experiences of travelling extensively throughout India. As with all our tours, every aspect can be tailor-made to your individual requirements.
