Festivals in Ajmer

Ajmer - Festivals

Festivals in Ajmer are an expression of the happy spirit of this sleepy and rustic land that was once a strategically important political bastion dominated by different rulers at different points of time.

The festivals in Ajmer exhibit a wondrous amalgamation of cultures that trace their roots to the Rathores of Jodhpur, Mughals and the rulers of the Sultanate. Ajmer is majorly a pilgrimage destination both for the Hindus and Muslims, thus the festivals of Ajmer give you an opportunity to discover the brilliant traditional fabrics of both the cultures.

Enjoy the bright festivities of the holy Urs that infuse new life into sleepy Ajmer sands for six days, once every year. Celebrated to commemorate the memory of the great Sufi saint Hazrat Moinuddin Chisti.

Ride a camel to the bright stalls at the Pushkar fair that is held annually at a little distance from Ajmer, Rajasthan, India. Famous for being the largest cattle fair in the world the Pushkar fair mesmerizes you with puppeteers, dancers, snake charmers, camels, jugglers and more.

The festivals in Ajmer add a cheerful tinge to the otherwise quiet and divine air that shrouds this sacred pilgrimage town. Diwali and Holi are other festivals that are equally important annual affairs.

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