ajmer

Surrounded by the scope of Aravali, the city of Ajmer is famous for Ajmer Sharif Dargah Kasaint Muin-ud-din Chishti. This makes Ajmer one of the most important Muslim tourist destinations in the world. Located about 130 kilometers from Jaipur and 14 kilometers from Pushkar in Rajasthan, the city is firmly entrenched in its culture and traditions. Ajmer has a unique charm that lies in ethos and art made over the centuries. Visit Ajmer to see the magnificent Mughal architecture set in the spiritual realm. The city is also a popular Jain religious site because of the Golden Jain Temple. During the Urs festival, commemorating the year of the death of Saint Moinuddin Chishti, believers from all over the world filled the city. Many travelers visiting Pushkar pass through Ajmer take a day trip. Ajmer has also been selected as one of the key cities of the Indian government program HRIDAY (Heritage City Development and Augmentation). Apart from Ajmer Sharif Dargah and the Jain Temple, there are other tourist attractions in Ajmer as well. Adhai Din ka Jhopra, Ana Sagar Lake, Foy Sagar Lake, Ajmer Government Museum, and Taragarh Fort are among them. Ajmer is also home to Mayo College, one of the most respected residential schools in India.