Ajmer Tourism

History of Ajmer

One of the most amazing things about Ajmer is that its history is infused with such an amazing timeline giving birth to intriguing folktales. This makes it the hub of many history lovers. This draws a huge crowd each year to Ajmer, which is drawn in the name of curiosity and culture. Moreover, no Ajmer tour guide can keep aside the fact that it is one of the oldest cities in the state of Rajasthan and that it is situated at the heart of the state. It was established by Shakambhari Chahamana and was initially named as Ajayameru. Many people halt at Ajmer on their way to Pushkar, it has always been an important connecting point. The city was once ruled by the iconic Prithviraj Chauhan. Ajayadeva, a Rajput ruler, founded the city in the 11th century.

Famous Food in Ajmer

Another thing that lures people to Ajmer is its relishing local cuisine. It is pretty obvious that Rajasthani cuisine dominates the food style of Ajmer, however, one can also savor the taste of Mughlai cuisine here. The city has numerous restaurants that one can choose to dine in. On the other hand, many street food outlets are also available. An Ajmer trip is often a dream come true for any foodie, especially for those with a sweet tooth. Listed below are some of the famous dishes that one can find in Ajmer:

Sohan Halwa

Kachodi Kadhi

Lal Maas

Chicken/Mutton Biryani

Sula Kebabs

Bajre ki Khichdi

Dal Baati Churma

Ghewar

Gatte ki Sabzi

Ker Sangri

Moong Dal Ka Halwa

Rabdi

Tourist Places to Visit in Ajmer

Ajmer is a sprawling city of Rajasthan which has many mesmerizing places to visit. Every year an increasing number of tourists visit the city and explore famous tourist attractions such as religious places, gorgeous lakes, gardens, and historical monuments. The famous religious sites in Ajmer are Dargah Sharif and Pushkar which see a large number of devotees and pilgrimage every year. The most famous lakes in Ajmer are Foy Sagar Lake and Ana Sagar Lake, both these lakes are famous for boating and are nestled amidst gorgeous mountain hills. Other famous places to explore in Ajmer are Daulat Bagh, Mayo College, Nareli Jain Temple, Akbar Palace and Museum, Soniji Ki Nasiyan, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Taragarh Fort, Clock Tower, and Roopangarh Fort.  

2 Days Tour to Ajmer

A duration of 2 days is ideal for a trip to Ajmer. This duration is apt to explore the historical city of Ajmer at its best. One can plan on visiting Dargah Sharif, Ana Sagar, Adhai Din ka Jhopara, Akbar's palace, Nareli Jain temple, Daulat Bagh, etc. All these attractions give a major boost to Ajmer tourism. Moreover, one can also plan on visiting the Brahma Temple that is situated at a distance of 15.6 km from Ajmer. 

Shopping in AjmerThe vibrant city of Ajmer offers you an amalgam of colorful artifacts, ethnic clothing, Rajasthani handicraft, and much more. Some of the things that are famous in Ajmer are colorful turbans, tableware, perfumes, Jodhpuri joothis, bandhej sarees, brassware, silver ornaments, benzoin resin, leather articles, etc. Listed below are some of the famous markets of Ajmer:

Dargah Bazaar

Urban Haat Bazaar

Chudi Bazaar

Naya Bazaar

Mahila Mandi

Nala Bazaar

Madar Gate