Ajmer,Rajasthan

• Ajmer Sharif Dargah (Shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti)
• Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra (early Indo-Islamic monument)
• Ana Sagar Lake and Daulat Bagh (lakefront and gardens)
• Taragarh Fort (hill fort with panoramic views)
• Nasiyan Jain Temple (Red Temple with golden hall)
• Akbari Fort & Museum
• Dargah Bazaar and local markets
• Nearby: Pushkar (Brahma Temple and Pushkar Lake)

• Sufi spiritual atmosphere and nightly qawwalis at the Dargah
• Blend of Rajput, Mughal and Indo-Islamic architecture
• Scenic Aravalli hill backdrop and lakeside promenades
• Bustling bazaars with traditional Rajasthani handicrafts
• Close proximity to the pilgrimage town of Pushkar

• Attend qawwali and evening prayers at Ajmer Sharif Dargah
• Boating and strolling along Ana Sagar Lake
• Explore Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra and the Akbari monuments
• Trek or walk up to Taragarh Fort for sunrise/sunset views
• Day trip to Pushkar for its lake, temples, and markets
• Shop in Dargah Bazaar for textiles, jewelry and spices
• Taste local street food—kachoris, lassis and Rajasthani snacks

• Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (major annual Sufi festival, attracts huge crowds and qawwali performances)
• Pushkar Camel Fair (nearby, usually in November)
• Local celebrations of Holi, Diwali and regional fairs

October to March — pleasant days and cool nights; avoid peak summer (April–June) when temperatures can be very high.

Hot summers (April–June) with temperatures often exceeding 40°C; monsoon brings moderate rain (July–September); cool and comfortable winters (October–March) with daytime highs around 15–25°C and chilly nights.

Ajmer is well connected by rail (Ajmer Junction) and road; the nearest airports are Kishangarh Airport (~30–40 km) and Jaipur International Airport (~130 km). Regular buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws serve the city. Note: some historic sites have steep steps or uneven surfaces—access for wheelchairs can be limited; arrange assistance locally if needed.

1–2 days to cover Ajmer highlights; 2–3 days if you include a day trip to Pushkar and more relaxed sightseeing.

Wear modest clothing (cover shoulders and knees) when visiting religious sites; women are advised to carry a scarf to cover their head at the Dargah. Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a water bottle are recommended.

Try Rajasthani specialties such as dal bati churma, kachori, lassi and local sweets. Shop for handicrafts, textiles, block-printed fabrics, embroidered garments, turbans, miniature paintings, marble and brass items, and spices. Bargaining in bazaars is common.