Walk the ghats of Pushkar Lake
The lake is the heart of the town, surrounded by 52 ghats. Early morning and sunset are the calmest times to walk them.
Things to do in Pushkar.
Pushkar is one of India’s most sacred towns, built around a lake ringed by 52 ghats. These are the experiences worth planning your stay around.
Six things to do in Pushkar.
Visit the Brahma Temple
Pushkar’s Brahma Temple is one of very few in the world dedicated to the creator, and it draws pilgrims all year.
Climb to Savitri Temple
The hilltop Savitri Temple looks over the lake and the desert beyond. Go for sunrise, on foot or by the ropeway.
Watch the evening aarti
At dusk, lamps and chants fill the ghats. It is the moment most visitors remember.
Browse the main bazaar
The lanes around the lake sell silver jewellery, textiles, leather goods and rose products made from Pushkar’s famous roses.
Take a day trip to Ajmer
The Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Ana Sagar Lake are a short drive away over the Nag Pahar hills.
Plan around the Pushkar Fair.
Once a year, in the month of Kartik, the town hosts the Pushkar Fair, with its livestock trading, folk performances and the holy dip on Kartik Purnima. It is the busiest and most colourful week of the year.
See the Pushkar Fair dates and guide if you plan to visit then.
When to visit Pushkar.
October to March is the most comfortable time, with mild days and cool evenings. November brings the fair. Summers are hot, and the monsoon months turn the Aravalli hills green.
- Dress modestly at the ghats and temples and remove footwear where asked.
- Photography is restricted at some ghats, so look for signs.
- Start early. The town is at its best before mid-morning.
A quiet base near the town.
Samskara Pushkar lies in a natural valley between the Aravalli hills, close to the town and removed from its bustle. After a morning at the lake you can return to the central pool, the spa or the Fez Rooftop Lounge for the sunset.
Questions about visiting Pushkar.
How many days do you need in Pushkar?
Two days cover the lake, the Brahma Temple, Savitri Temple and the bazaar at an easy pace. Add a day for Ajmer or simply to rest at the resort.
What is Pushkar famous for?
Pushkar is known for its sacred lake and 52 ghats, the Brahma Temple and the annual Pushkar Fair.
What is the best time to visit Pushkar?
October to March has the most comfortable weather. The Pushkar Fair takes place in late October or November.
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