 Pushkar,
the holy town in Rajasthan is known for it's sacred lake and
the only Brahma Temple in the world. Legend has it that this
lake was formed where Lord Brahma - the lord of creation - dropped
a lotus on the day of the full moon. Every November, the famous
Pushkar Fair is held for 7 days, starts on Noami, finish on
Kartik Poornima (Full Moon). The Fair is predominantly a gathering
with thousands of camels, cattle and horses for trade, with
added attractions of games, races, local folk dances, song and
entertainment.
The
tourist village is self sufficient and is specially designed
to complement the natural beauty of the site. The village is
arranged in blocks of tents, each with its own identity, being
named after the famous dances of Rajasthan. The village also
has huts (all double bedded) with attached western style toilets,
and running hot water.
CUISINE
Due to the religious significance of the fair, food served is
strictly vegetarian. There is a choice of Indian and Continental
delicacies.
FACILITIES :
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Western
style toilets with running water |
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Attached
Bathroom (hot water available separately) |
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Foreign
Currency Exchange Counter |
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Post
Office with ISD / STD/ Fax, Medical Aid, Safe Deposit, Shopping
Arcade and Fire |
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Preventing
arrangements |
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Tourist
Information Counter |
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Round-the-clock
Coffee Shop |
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Rajasthani
folk dances, music and artisans at-work |
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Camel
ride and parking facilities. |
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