“Ajmer-e-Sharief can get up to 10-lakh visitors during Urs,” warned the hotel staff at Pushkar Palace, as we prepared to drive down to Ajmer from Pushkar on the second day of Urs [Urs marks the death anniversary of Sufi saint Khawaja Moinudeen Chisti, known as `Garib Nawaz`; the gathering is considered the second largest assembly of Muslims, after Mecca]. Little wonder then that he sounded out another warning: “Don`t go if you can`t handle crowds.”Though we were intimidated at the prospect of battling teeming masses in the serpentine lanes leading to the Dargah, we decided to give it a try anyways; we had heard that scores of people throng the pilgrimage centre with entreaties as it is universally held that irrespective of religious leanings, those who pray at the tomb… Continue reading
14-km from Ajmer, Pushkar is legendary among travellers looking for new experiences. It offers much more than most weekend getaways can hope to pack in: temples, ghats, street bazaars, cafés, and of course, desert safaris. As a religious site, Pushkar practically sells itself: it is home to one of the two Brahma temples in the country. The region is a labyrinth of 500-odd temples, 52 ghats and palaces clustered around a holy lake. According to legend, the lake sprang up at the spot where a lotus fell from Lord Brahma`s hands-and has curative properties. Religious site notwithstanding, Pushkar is an artsy hippie region peopled with sadhus, hippies and pilgrims. On the one hand, it attracts the flower child. On the other, it is a sanctified spot characterized by temples and… Continue reading
Make your New Year special by exploring Orlando, one of the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations that gives you more reasons to smile. The place welcomes you to its colorful lifestyle, a perfect place to enjoy with your family, and a memorable experience of reliving the kid in you. Lets explore fun now!
Orlando has numerous reasons as well as varied choices to make you happy. You can relax your mind and body with the spirited massage service at the Mandara Spa or simply opt for a romantic meal with your spouse at Hemingway’s. There are numerous shopping arcades to enjoy a wonderful shopping experience. Or you can visit the Universal Studios Florida to get animated with the interesting characters of The Simpson’s. Make sure that your spouse and… Continue reading
