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Ajmer thrives in its rich heritage. All the heritage tours of Ajmer encompass the marvelous forts, palaces and historic monuments in the city. These tours assure to leave you enthralled and spellbound.
There are numerous tourist destinations which can be included in your heritage tours of Ajmer. Some of the chief places of heritage in Ajmer are; Ajmer-e-Sharief Dargah, Adhai-Din-ka Jhonpara, Nasiyan(a Jain Temple),Govt. Museum, Ana Sagar Lake, Taragarh Fort, Foy Sagar, Mangliyawas, Pushkar Festival and Mayo College.
You can begin your heritage tours of Ajmer with the famous Ajmer-e-Sharief Dargah. Situated at the foothills of a desolate hill, the dargah comprises the sacred tomb of the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti. The Muslim pilgrims consider this place the most important after Mecca and Medina. Thousands of pilgrims gather here to offer their prayers to Khwaja sahib.
The Adhai-din-ka Jhonpara is another important place that can be included in your heritage tours of Ajmer. Considered a brilliant reflection of Indo-Islamic architecture, the mosque is built on a unique set of pillars. It is one of the precise examples of Indo-Islamic construction. Earlier there was a Sanskrit college on the spot of this mosque. In 1193 AD, Mohammad Ghori decimated the college and constructed a mosque on the same spot.
The Ana Sagar Lake is included in almost all heritage tours of Ajmer. Anaji built this serene lake during 1135-1150 AD. Later, some Mughal rulers added a few extra elements to the lake. Jehangir constructed the Daulat Bagh gardens near the lake, which added to its charm.
Situated at a distance of 27 km from Ajmer, the Roopgarh Fort is an important place of heritage. The Taragarh Fort is another fort with a rich heritage near Ajmer. Ajaypal Chauhan constructed the Taragarh Fort in the 14th century. Situated on a steep hill, the place is famous for its quaint constructions. Also called the 'star fort', it can be reached by means of a serpentine route.
Kishangarh, a quaint little hamlet just 27 km from Ajmer, is famous for its traditional mini paintings. It has produced a number of talented artists who have left behind their legacy in the form of mini paintings.
The historic town of Pushkar near Ajmer finds its name and reference in the holy Ramayana. Hindus consider this place as one of the most sacred places in India. The world-renowned Pushkar Lake here is surrounded by 52 bathing ghats. People from all over India and abroad gather here every year to attend the famous Pushkar Festival. Most heritage tours of Ajmer invariably include this place in their tour itineraries.
Let the heritage tours to Ajmer capture you in a rich vibe with its fascinating monuments
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