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HOLY TOWN · RAJASTHANPushkar
A sacred lake town around one of the world's only Brahma temples, famous for its ghats and its great camel fair.
A holy lake in the desert hills
Pushkar is a small, intense holy town gathered around a lake that Hindus hold especially sacred, ringed by more than fifty ghats and hundreds of temples.
Its most famous shrine is the Brahma temple, one of very few anywhere dedicated to the creator god. Set among low desert hills near Ajmer, it has a relaxed, spiritual atmosphere.
Once a year the town explodes into the Pushkar Camel Fair, one of the largest livestock fairs in the world — but even outside it, Pushkar rewards a slow day of ghats, bazaar and rooftop cafes.
The ghats of the sacred Pushkar lake at dusk.
Reasons to make the time
Brahma temple
A rare temple to the creator god.
Sacred lake
Fifty-odd ghats ringing a holy lake.
Camel fair
One of the world's largest livestock fairs.
Bazaar & cafes
Textiles, music and rooftop lake views.
Top sights in Pushkar
Photos via Wikimedia Commons
How to spend an hour or two
Walk the ghats
See the rituals and the dusk aarti at the lake.
Visit the Brahma temple
Take darshan at the rare creator-god shrine.
Climb Savitri temple
Hike or ride up for the sunrise view.
Browse the bazaar
Shop for textiles, silver and music.
Catch the camel fair
If your dates align, don't miss the great fair.
When to go
The best weather, and the camel fair falls in November.
Pleasant and greener around the lake.
Very hot in this desert setting.
🐪 The famous Camel Fair usually falls in November around Kartik Purnima — book far ahead for it.
Timings & entry
- The Brahma temple and ghats keep their own timings.
- Pushkar is a strictly vegetarian, alcohol-free town.
Getting there
By Air
Jaipur, about three hours, is the nearest major airport.
By Rail
Ajmer, about 15 km, is the nearest railhead.
By Road
Usually via Ajmer, as part of a wider Rajasthan trip.
Know before you go
Pushkar FAQ
Why is Pushkar famous?
For its sacred lake and ghats, its rare Brahma temple, and the annual Pushkar Camel Fair.
When is the camel fair?
Usually in November around Kartik Purnima; exact dates change each year.
How far is Pushkar from Ajmer?
About 15 km, a short drive over a hill pass, with Ajmer as the nearest railway station.
Is Pushkar vegetarian?
Yes, it is a strictly vegetarian and alcohol-free town by tradition.
How long do you need?
A day is enough for the ghats, the Brahma temple and the bazaar.
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