Pushkar is a bewitching little town set right on the edge of the desert and is only 11 kms from Ajmer, but separated from it by Nag Pahar, the Snake mountain. This traveller-friendly town clings to the side of the small Pushkar Lake with its many bathing ghats and temples. For Hindus, Pushkar is a very important pilgrimage centre and you'll see plenty of sadhus there.
Pushkar is perhaps best known for its Camel Fair which takes place here each October/November. This massive congregation of camels, cattle, livestock traders, pilgrims, tourists and film-makers is one of the planet's most incredible events. If you are anywhere within striking distance at the time, it's an event not to be missed. Being a holy place, alcohol, meat and even eggs are banned in the town.
Apart from being a revered pilgrimage place, Pushkar is also recognized as a major well of souvenirs in the state of Rajasthan. This Pushkar Shopping guide provides you all the information regarding the shopping places and famous shopping items of the city. The popular shopping items of Pushkar, available in the local bazaars, include:
- Textiles
- Jewelry
- Leather goods
- Pottery
- Embroidered Clothes
- Puppets
A popular Pushkar shopping destination is the Pushkar fair. The fair is an ideal venue to shop for items such as embroidered clothes, bangles, leather goods, beads, camel cover, etc. The other main shopping places in Pushkar, Rajasthan are:
- Sarafa Bazar
- Baza Bazar
- Kedalganj bazaar
