Southward from Jaipur, Ajmer is an oasis of religious sancity.The harmonious blend of Hinduism and Islam gives this town a unique character. Muslims from an many parts of the world come to worship at the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisthi. Even the great Emperor Akbar came here to seek solace.Other places of interest include Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, a pillared mosque of red sandstone; the 12th century artificial lake, Ana Sagar, nasiyan, the Jain temple 11Km away is the placid green Pushkar lake nestling in the rolling hills, one of the holiest of Hindu Pilgrim centres. Every year in November, Pushkar comes alive with colours, sounds and excitement at one of India’s biggest cattle fairs when over One Lakh people gather here.rn
