Ajmer City is one of the major cities in Indian state of rajasthan,it is located at a distance of 135 km from the State Capital Jaipur and 391 km from the National Capital New Delhi. Ajmer is surrounded by Aravalli Hills, south of which is the city’s Artificial lake Anasagar. It is a pilgrimage center for the dome shine of Sufi Saint Khwaja moinuddin Chisty. Ajmer is also a significant centre for jain Relign possessing an amazing Soni Ji Ki Nasiyan and Nareli Tample Ajmer has substantially improved its academic reputation with Mayo College considered as one of the oldest Public Boarding Schools in India.
History of Ajmer
The city was founded by Raja Ajaypal Chauhan in the 7th century AD and the city remained as the epicentre of the Chauhan Dynasty till the 12th century AD. The Chauhan dynasty was responsible for the construction of the first hill fort of India, Taragarh, another must visit places in Ajmer. After the defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan by Mohammed Ghori, Ajmer become home to a number of dynasties. The Mughal Sultans particularly liked Ajmer due the presence of the holy Ajmer Sharif Dargah, the most popular tourist place in the city. Ajmer has a rich history and played host to the first meeting between the Mughal King Jahangir and the Ambassador of the Court of King James 1 of England, Sir Thomas Roe in 1616. The city was officially handed over to the British a few centuries later, making Ajmer the only region in Rajputana to be directly controlled by the British East India Company.
The major attractions of the city of Ajmer are
- Dargah Khwaja Sharif - One of the most famous mosques in India. Muslims, Hindus, Sikhs and Christians visit this 13th century shrine and pay obeisance to the Divine. All prayers are believed to be granted here and the heart of the visitor is filled with a hitherto unknown calm and peace.
- Tara Garh or the Star Fort
- Adhai Din Ka Jhonpda
- Akbar Palace
- Rajputana Museum
- Abdulla Khan's Tomb
- Ana Sagar Lake
- Khobra Bheroon Temple
- Visal Sar
- Foy Sagar
- Man Mahal
- Pushkar Lake
- Nasiyan (Red) Temple
- Mayo College
- Shah Jahan's Mosque
- Circuit House
The local artisans and vendors flock to Ajmer especially during the Urs and the city resembles a carnival. The streets are lined with colorful displays and handicraft items such as splendid rugs, dyes and block printed textiles, embroidered durries, silver baubles and golden jewellery. The sequined and embroidered leather footwear called Mojaris and the scented natural oils called Atar of Ajmer are famous. Madar gate, Station Road, Purani Mandi, Naya Bazaar, Kaisarganj and Nala Bazaar are favorite shoppers' haunts.
Popular Cities Rajasthan is the largest state of India in terms of the area covered. A number of vibrant cities in Rajasthan and a fair share of the Great Indian Desert make the royal state so enchanting. Ranking as one of the world’s leading international tourist destinations, the state lures tourists from far and near throughout the year. A culturally and traditionally rich state of India, Rajasthan also comprises towns and villages. Thus, the true essence of ‘Land of the Kings’ can only be experienced by planning a tour to Rajasthan.