Pushkar travel guide
Holy lakeside town
Pushkar is a sacred Hindu town known for its holy lake, Brahma temple, and vibrant camel fair.
Best time to visit Pushkar
Best Nov–Feb for cool, dry weather; the Camel Fair (Oct–Nov) is a highlight but books out early. Apr–Jun is very hot and Jul–Aug is humid.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | best | 7–24 °C | 5 mm | medium | Cool, dry days; cold mornings and nights |
| February | best | 11–28 °C | 5 mm | medium | Sunny and dry; comfortable for lake and temple walks |
| March | good | 16–33 °C | 10 mm | medium | Getting hot; mornings and evenings are best |
| April | mixed | 22–38 °C | 10 mm | low | Hot afternoons; visit temples early or late |
| May | avoid | 26–41 °C | 25 mm | low | Very hot and dry; few visitors |
| June | mixed | 27–39 °C | 70 mm | low | Very hot, then humid as the monsoon nears |
| July | mixed | 26–35 °C | 160 mm | low | Monsoon showers and humidity; quiet |
| August | mixed | 24–33 °C | 150 mm | low | Humid with frequent showers; quiet |
| September | good | 22–33 °C | 70 mm | low | Showers ease; still warm and humid |
| October | good | 19–33 °C | 10 mm | medium | Dry and warm; fair crowds can start late in the month |
| November | best | 14–30 °C | 5 mm | high | Cool and dry; Camel Fair and Kartik Purnima bring huge crowds |
| December | best | 9–25 °C | 0 mm | high | Cool and dry; busy at Christmas and New Year |
How many days to spend in Pushkar
One day covers Pushkar Lake, its ghats, the Brahma Temple and Sunset Point; a second adds the Savitri Devi Temple and Ajmer's Dargah and Anasagar Lake.
How to reach Pushkar
- By air: Jaipur (JAI) — 150 km, about 2.5–3.5 h by road. Nearer Kishangarh (KQH) has fewer flights
- By train: Ajmer Jn (AII) — 15 km, about 15–30 min by road
- By road: From Jaipur — 140 km, about 2.5–3 h
Getting around
Pushkar is small and easy on foot: lake, ghats and temples are close together. Take an auto or taxi to Ajmer.
Things to do in Pushkar
- Pushkar Lake — Sacred pilgrimage lake (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Jagatpita Shri Brahma Mandir — Rare Brahma shrine (1 h · Free entry)
- Savitri Devi Temple, Pushkar — Hilltop temple (2 h · Free entry)
- Pushkar camel Mela fair ground — Annual fair site
- Varaha Temple — Old Vishnu temple (30 min · Free entry)
- Rangji Temple — South Indian style temple (30 min · Free entry)
- Gurudwara Sahib - Pushkar (Ajmer) — Historic Sikh shrine (30 min · Free entry)
- Pushkar Main Market — Colorful local market (2 h · Free entry)
- Sunset Point — Peaceful view spot (1 h · Free entry)
- Ati Prachin Shri Atamteshwar Mahadev Mandir — Shiva temple (30 min · Free entry)
- Khwaja Gharib Nawaz Dargah Sharif — Sufi shrine (2 h · Free entry)
- Anasagar Lake — Scenic artificial lake (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Taragarh Fort - Ajmer — Hilltop fortress (2 h · ₹25)
Food to try in Pushkar
- Malpua — Fried sweet pancake soaked in syrup, a Pushkar speciality, often served with rabri.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Pushkar?
Best Nov–Feb for cool, dry weather; the Camel Fair (Oct–Nov) is a highlight but books out early. Apr–Jun is very hot and Jul–Aug is humid.
How many days are enough for Pushkar?
1–2 days. One day covers Pushkar Lake, its ghats, the Brahma Temple and Sunset Point; a second adds the Savitri Devi Temple and Ajmer's Dargah and Anasagar Lake.
How do I reach Pushkar?
By air: Jaipur (JAI) — 150 km, about 2.5–3.5 h by road. Nearer Kishangarh (KQH) has fewer flights. By train: Ajmer Jn (AII) — 15 km, about 15–30 min by road. By road: From Jaipur — 140 km, about 2.5–3 h.
What are the top things to do in Pushkar?
Pushkar Lake, Jagatpita Shri Brahma Mandir, Savitri Devi Temple, Pushkar, Pushkar camel Mela fair ground, Varaha Temple, Rangji Temple.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.