Mount Abu is
a diverse city which was a part of the Rajasthan kingdom which was once
a resort for the Rajput kings of that particular region. Mount Abu
belonged to Maharaja of Sirohi was then taken over by the British
Government and used it as headquarters of Rajasthan. It was the most
longed for summer destination especially of the Britishers which was
mainly to get rid of the dust and the heat and experience the pleasant
climate
It also served as a sanatorium for the troops.
The small huts and cottages made by the British here tell the story of
those times even today. Mount Abu was considered to be one of the moist
sacred places of that time since it was visited by millions of Gods and
goddesses. There were several saints who visited the mountain for
various sacred reasons.
Other than temples Ghats is something people will
always like to visit when they come to Pushkar. The reason behind this
is that there are Ghats near the lake wherein prilgrims prefer bathing
as they are of the opinion that the lake’s water is holy. In case you
are also looking forward to have bath in this lake then there are some
rules for bathing there like removing your shoes, do not smoke as well
as photography is not allowed.
During the full moon day of Kartik Purnima in
Pushkar there is a fair held wherein numerous devotees visit this fair.
“The Puskar Fair” is normally help during October-November. The best
part of this fair is Camel trading and many more activities. At this
fair you will see many dances and colorful shops; along with this you
will also get many tempting delicacies. Puppets shows at the fair hold
on much of attention of the tourist at this fair.