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Ajmer City
Your Rendezvous With the City
Ajmer CityCharmingly cuddled in the Aravalli mountains of central Rajasthan, Ajmer is a beautiful burgeoning city on the banks of Anna Sagar, a large artificial lake. The town is an important pilgrimage for followers of Islam. The city is also proud of many structures that reflect the excellency of early Muslim Architecture. The tomb of Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chisti, the founder of Chistiya order in India, still surpasses the test of time. The city of Ajmer, which was once called Ajaymeru, was ruled by Prithviraj Chauhan till 12th century. Ajmer is one of the most beautiful and historical Cities of Rajasthan. The city has seen sovereignty of the chivalrous Rajputs, the royal Mughals and the great Marathas.
Glimpses From History
The city was a major trade route between Delhi and Gujarat's ports. Founded by Ajaipal Singh Chauhan in the 7th century, the city has witnessed many interesting historical upheavals. Ajaipal built a hill fort and and coined the term Ajaimeru meaning “Invincible Hill”. Prithiviraj Chauhan strongly held Ajmer till 12th century. Then the city was conquered by Mohammad Ghori in 1193 A.D., who founded the Delhi Sultanate in the same year. However, the internal administration was looked after by Chauhans in lieu of paying heavy tributes to the conquerers.

The city slipped into oblivion for next few centuries. It was Akbar who annexed Ajmer as a part of Mughal empire in the 16th century. Initially it served as a military base for Mughals and later it transformed itself to a pilgrimage for Muslims. Many empresses and princesses used to spend time here. Nur Jahan, for instance, has cultivated roses for the making of her favorite attar. Also famous is the variety of betel leaves. Later in its history Ajmer saw the first contacts between Mughals and Britishers when Sir Thomas Roe met Jahangir here in 1616. With the due passage of time, the city was eventually were in hands of Scindias and in 1818 was handed down to British.

A Tourist's Delight
Ana Sagar Lake : Fringed by Aravalli hills, this artificial picturesque site located to the north of Ajmer was made in the 12th century by King Anaji, the grandfather of Prithvi Raj Chauhan. Daulat Bagh Gardens set up by Emperor Jehangir and Baradari built by Shah Jahan are worth visiting next to the lake.

The Dargarh : Ajmer's nighest association is with the Dargarh Sharif, the final resting place of Hazrat Khwaja Muin-ud-din-Chisti whose disciples were Mughals. It is regarded as one of the most prominent pilgrimages of Muslims in India. Humayun constructed the shrine and the Nizam of Hyderabad later added an gate to it. Even Akbar used to make a pilgrim from Agra each year.

Ajmer Dargarh SharifUrs Fair : The richly adorned shrine is a hub of activities and rites. It attracts innumerable pilgrims every year to commemorate the death anniversary, the Urs, of the great Saint in the seventh month of the lunar calendar. Pilgrims and sufi saints from all over horde the place in huge number during the Urs.

Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra : Located on the outskirts of towns, the relic of the fine piece of Muslim architecture and once biggest mosque of India, literally means 'two and a half day shed'. The legends hold it that the construction of this mosque was completed in two and a half days.

Taragarh Fort : You will find the early antecedents of Ajmer at Taragarh Fort's ruins. A drive to the steep hills of the Star Fort offers awesome city view. Built by Ajaipal Singh Chauhan, who founded the city also, the site was busy with military activities during Mughal reign and late served as sanatorium for British.

Akbar's Palace (Government Museum) : The imposing edifice was constructed by Akbar in 1570 and is today a Government museum. Exhibiting a variety of old weapons, ancient rock inscriptions and stone scriptures dating back to 8th century A.D. command your attention.

Nasiyan (Red) Temple : The antediluvian double storied Jain temple contains a chain of huge, gilt wooden images from Jain mythology narrating the Jain concept of the ancient times. You will like the gold, silver and precious stones' embellishment in the hall.

Ajmer Highlights
The city is soaked in the ecstasy of Sufism. The holy shrine of Ajmer is abuzz with activities on the appearance of the moon for the month of Rajab. Day and night the doors of shrine, which are otherwise closed during night, remain open. Daily and weekly programs are ceased and functions and ceremonies begin from that night. The last day of Urs sees the Qul ceremony where people tie turbans on each others head and pray for harmony and peace. Visit the place during and you will yourself immerse in the spirit of Sufism.

Not to Pretermit
The city has an array of attractions. Every thing is just so unique. When you visit the city do not miss :
  • Interesting metal wares in form of pitchers and urns.
  • Carry back home some beautiful cane chairs and murahs which will adorn your veranda.
  • A factory in the region provides children's plastic tricycles which are much sought after by children coming to the place.
  • People find it hard home without taking a concentrate of attar which are personalized for you.
May We Assist You !
We take care of you and your concerns right from the day you book a tour with us. From arrival till departure we will be there for you. We will arrange sightseeing tour of the city and tell you the history and legends related to a particular attraction. Be it a currency exchange matter or locating important spots, we are there at every step. The exciting drives and astounding destinations are sure to entice you and this is what are motto is.

Please feel free to make any inquiry to us. Your satisfaction comes first for us.

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