Pushkar
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Pushkar is one of the most sacred and holy place for Hindus.A small village near Ajmer situated on ancient silk route through India provides a glimpse in the rural life of Rajasthan.
Do's
- Try to book room in a guest house having view of Holy Lake Pushkar.In Pushkar it is the lake that is most important religiously and mythologically.It will cost you something around 5 to 6 euros in tourist season.
- Enjoy rooftop candle dinners at the restaurant of the guest house.
- The small market of Pushkar is good for buying clothes of interesting designs and patterns at very cheap price of 2 to 3 euros.
- Visit Savitri temple on small hill which is about one hour climb but view of lake from top is wonderful.
- If you find water clean take a holy dip in the pond.
- You can perform worship of pond through priest but fix up a price beforehand lest he hassles for it.
- In the evening their is prayer at Varah Ghat with huge lamps and chimes of bell.Attend it,its mesmerizing.
- Bhaang(cannabis) is local herb sold on authorized shops of government.You may try bhang lassi.
- Try mint tea.It has exotic taste.
- Go for a camel safari in nearby villages.
- Take a round of holy pond known as parikarma.
Don'ts
- Don't take the photographs of bathing women on ghats,it is offense.
- Put off your shoes at stairs if you are going near pond.
- Avoid drug paddlers.
- Consumption of alcohol and non-vegetarian is prohibited in Pushkar.Please respect religious sentiments by observing rules.
External Links
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pushkar
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pushkar_Lake
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pushkar_Camel_Fair
- http://www.pushkarfairtour.com/
--Vipingoyal 20:45, 14 March 2009 (UTC)
