Top 5 Places to Visit in Ajmer Draped in the barren hills, Ajmer has witnessed an interesting past and is witnessing a lively present too. Founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century A.D., Ajmer city eventually became home to several dynasties that left behind indelible relics of their culture and tradition on its history.
A surprising blend of Hinduism and Islam, Ajmer is a delightful amalgamation of different cultures and traditions. The base for visitors to Pushkar, Ajmer boasts not only of pilgrimage centers but also of picturesque lakes, museums and forts. Here are the top 10 tourist places you should visit when in the city of Prithviraj Chauhan – Ajmer.
The Ajmer Sharif Dargah
Located right at the end of a barren hill, the magnificent tomb of Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti is one of India’s most important pilgrimage center which is frequented by visitors of all faiths. Also popular as Khwaja Saheb or Khwaja Sharif, the Muslims of South Asia consider it no less than the Mecca or Medina. Legends have it that Akbar made it a point to pay a visit to the Dargah every year.
Adhai-din-ka-jhonpra
Undoubtedly a chef-d’oeuvre of Indo-Islamic architecture, Adhai-din-ka-jhoupra is situated on the outskirts of the city and is at a short distance from the Dargah.
Ajmer Museum
Once popular as the royal abode of Emperor Akbar, the museum features a rich storehouse of the Mughal and Rajput body armour and delicate sculptures. The edifice is built of red sandstones, which have been positioned in a square pattern giving it a wonderful outlook.
Taragarh Fort
The ruins of the Taragarh are a mere one and a half hour climb from the Adhai-din-ka-jhopra. Looming high on a hill top the fort allows its visitor to take a fine look at the entire city from here. All the military activities during the Mughal Period used to happen at this site and later on it was utilized by the British as a sanatorium.
Ana Sagar Lake
This beautiful lake, situated in the North of Ajmer, was created by Anaji during 1135-1150 AD. Later the Mughal Emperors made some additional modifications to further beautify the lake. The ‘Baradari‘, a sandstone pavilion was constructed by ShahJahan and the Daulat Bagh Gardens were created and maintained by Jahangir. The lake is an interesting family outing spot.
