Pushkar
A peaceful town of lakes and temples, Pushkar derives its name from pushpa (flower) and kar (hand) after a legend that claims that the lakes were created from the petals that fell from the hands of Lord Brahma.
The Pushkar cattle fair is celebrated during the Hindu month of Kartik (ten days after Diwali), and is one of Asia’s largest cattle fairs. It has emerged as a major tourist attraction of the region.
A festive, carnival atmosphere prevails during the fair’s two-week duration and the quiet little village is transformed into a colorful, bustling market.
Pushkar lake is considered to be on of the most sacred spots for Hindus. There are 52 bathing ghats around the lake. The water around each of them is said to possess special powers.
Devout Hindus make at least one pilgrimage to Pushkar and bathe at the holy ghats to wash away their sins, thereby earning themselves a place in heaven.
