Pushkar Camel Fair 2011 Begins in Pushkar

The Pushkar Camel Fair 2011 has begun in Pushkar, Rajasthan. The festival which is renowned all over the world, has religious, cultural and commercial significance. Pushkar is the only place in the world where Lord Brahma, the Creator of Universe, as per Hindu beliefs, is worshipped. During this festival, it is considered extremely auspicious to take a dip in the water of Pushkar Lake.

The culture of Rajasthan is vividly seen and experienced during the Pushkar fair. Camel races, camel beauty contest, Rajasthani folk music and dance performances keep visitors engaged and entertained to the core.

Camel trade form an intrinsic part of this event. Traders come over to Pushkar from all over Rajasthan to buy and sell camels for their business purpose.

Pushkar camel fair 2011 began on 2nd Nov and will culminate on the 10th. Be a part of it if you are somewhere around Pushkar.
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Facts About Pushkar

Come to Pushkar, one of the most sacred cities of India. Famous for its temples (especially Brahma temple), Pushkar lake and world famous Pushkar Camel Fair, this city is definitely a must visit while traveling in India. Here are some of the basic facts about the city.

Location: Ajmer district in Rajasthan

Population: 14,789

Highlight: Brahma temples located on the banks of Pushkar lake. Also the annual Cattle fair (organized in the month of November).

Climate: Summers are very hot and humid, while the winters are very cold.

Temperature: Summer: 45°C (Max) - 25°C (Min) Winter: 22°C (Max) - 8°C (Min)

Best Time To Visit: Between October-March

How to reach:

AIR - The nearest airport is Jaipur from where one can take flights for Delhi and Mumbai.

ROAD - Pushkar is connected to Ajmer by road. Jeeps and taxis are also available.

RAIL - Ajmer is the nearest railway station from where one can take trains for the major destination of India.

Getting Ready For Pushkar Fair

Comes November and the colorful land of Rajasthan, will become more lively with different colors. As this is the time of Pushkar Fair, one of the most awaited fair of Rajasthan. This fair is one of the major cattle fair of the country also having a religious connotation. Travelers not only from India but from every nook and corner of the world come here to see the different shades of the Indian heritage. It sounds interesting, well yes it is, so stay glued to this to know more about Pushkar Fair 2011.