11 kms from Pushkar, Ajmer is situated in the heart of Rajasthan. It was founded by Raja Ajai Pal Chauhan in the 7th century. Now Ajmer is one of the most sacred centres for both Hindu and Muslim pilgrimage; specially the dargah that houses the tomb of the 13th century Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti. Millions of people from all over the world come here to pay homage to the great saint.
Ajmer is a wealthy mix of the heritage of both Hindu & Muslim cultures. Set on the shore of the Ana Sagar, surrounded with barren hills, Ajmer is a great example of the Muslim architecture. |