Pushkar Ghat
Pushkar Ghat
Myths and legends float throughout India and Pushkar is no exception. The holy lake here is believed to have appeared miraculously when a lotus flower fell off from the hands of Brahma. The name itself draws from the flower that fell off – Puspa meaning flower and kar meaning hand. But legends do not end here. The story also has inputs from Goddess Savitri, wife of Brahma. After all, it was she who made Pushkar the land of Brahma, the only place where he was to be worshipped by future generations.
Pushkar Ghat
Bird eye view of Pushkar
Pushkar today is an esteemed religious destination for Hindus and Brahma highly venerated god here. Around 400 temples and 52 bathing ghats make other attractions of the city appear dwarfish. The nights do not have just stars to sparkle up the atmosphere, rather there are deep rooted faith in the hearts of devotees that makes this place radiate with unparalled charm.
Sunset at Pushkar Ghat
Night view of Pushkar Ghat
People are taking bath in holy Pushkar Pond
Pushkar is ‘Teerth Raj’ or the king of pilgrimages. People come to take a holy dip in the lake on auspicious days, particularly on full moon nights. The villagers club their pilgrimage with their buying and selling in the local market. Its hills divide eastern Rajasthan from the west. In east Pushkar, there is a green valley and rose plantations of the finest variety brought from Persia by the emperor Jehangir. The Pandavas are believed to have camped here near a spring called Pandavpol. In the west, are the semi-arid sand dunes. The spectacular scenic beauty is created by the lake, hills and the unexpected mix of ecologies. Finally, Pushkar has become a significant international tourist destination and has earned the fame of being holding one of the most colourful fairs in the world.
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