Pushkar is a sacred town for the Hindus, situated 11 kms to the northwest of Ajmer . About 400 temples and shrines are located at Pushkar around its holy lake, which finds a mention in the Padma Purana.

Legend has it that Lord Brahma in search for a spot to hold his 'yagna' (religious ritual), dropped the lotus from his hand, the three spots touched by this flower were turned into lakes. These are today known as the 'Jyeshtha Pushkar' (main Pushkar), the 'Madhyam Pushkar' (medium Pushkar) and the 'Kanishtha Pushkar' (little Pushkar).

A temple dedicated to Lord Brahma is located at Pushkar; the other important temples are those of Gayatri, Savitri, Shiv and Badri Narayan.

It is an occasion for villagers from far and near to gather together and enjoys a welcome break from their harsh life of the arid desert. And enjoy they do in dazzling style and colors.

It is an occasion for Hindu pilgrims to converge for a holy dip in the sacred Pushkar Lake to "wash away the sins of a lifetime" and pay obeisance at the only Brahma temple in the world. 

For the visitor, it is an unparalleled and unforgettable experience to capture the vibrancy of the entire state of Rajasthan in one place. This website by Rex Tours, attempts to give you a glimpse of the magic of Pushkar. Of course, you have to be there to truly understand it.