Pushkar, the holy town in Rajasthan is known for it's sacred lake and the only Brahma Temple in the world. Legend has it that this lake was formed where Lord Brahma - the lord of creation - dropped a lotus on the day of the full moon. Every November, the famous Pushkar Fair is held for 7 days, starts on Noami, finish on Kartik Poornima (Full Moon). The Fair is predominantly a gathering with thousands of camels, cattle and horses for trade, with added attractions of games, races, local folk dances, song and entertainment. 

AERIAL VIEW OF PUSHKAR

The tourist village is self sufficient and is specially designed to complement the natural beauty of the site. The village is arranged in blocks of tents, each with its own identity, being named after the famous dances of Rajasthan. The village also has huts (all double bedded) with attached western style toilets, and running hot water.

CUISINE

Due to the religious significance of the fair, food served is strictly vegetarian. There is a choice of Indian and Continental delicacies.

FACILITIES

• Western style toilets with running water

• Attached Bathroom (hot water available separately)

• Foreign Currency Exchange Counter

• Post Office with ISD / STD/ Fax, Medical Aid, Safe Deposit, Shopping Arcade and Fire Preventing arrangements

• Tourist Information Counter

• Round-the-clock Coffee Shop

• Rajasthani folk dances, music and artisans at-work

• Camel ride and parking facilities