Ajmer history
Ajmer was founded by Ajayadeva, a 11th-century local Rajput ruler. It was shortly annexed by Delhi Sultanate in 1193, but returned to the local rulers, upon payment of tribute. Ajmer was also sacked by Mohammed Ghori in one of the many raids carried out by him on India. Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the patron Saint of Ajmer, came here from Persia at the end of the 12th century.
Ajmer was founded by Ajayadeva, a 11th-century local Rajput ruler. It was shortly annexed by Delhi Sultanate in 1193, but returned to the local rulers, upon payment of tribute. Ajmer was also sacked by Mohammed Ghori in one of the many raids carried out by him on India. Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, the patron Saint of Ajmer, came here from Persia at the end of the 12th century.
Ajmer became the part of the mighty Mughal Empire during the medieval period and was an important military center. Military campaigns against local Rajput rulers were initiated from Ajmer. Akbar built a fort here. The first contact between the Mughals and the British also happened in Ajmer, when Jahangir met Sir Thomas Roe in 1616. Shahjahan built marble pavilions around the Ana Sagar Lake in the 17th century.
The Scindia rulers of Gwalior took over Ajmer, which was later taken over by the British in 1818. The British founded the famous Mayo College, a prestigious school, in 1875.
PLACES TO SEE
Nasiyan (Red) Temple
It is a Digambar Jain Temple, which has a two-storey hall adjacent to the main temple. The entire hall consists of gold and silver stones and some precious stones. The place is popularly known as “Soni Ji Ki Nasiyann”. Also known as the Red temple, it mesmerizes you with its historic appeal. Dedicated to the first Jain tirthankar Rishabdeoji, the Nasiyan temple also has a museum that displays objects related to Jain beliefs and mythology. Constructed in 1865, the main chamber of the temple consists of 2 storyed hall adorned with wood sculptures depicting Jain concepts, while the first floor is known as the "Swarna Nagri" and displays gold replicas of all the Jain temples in India. It will make your vacations an astonishing time.
Dargah Khwaja Sahib
It is one of the holiest Muslim shrines present in the country, it is the landmark of Ajmer . Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti, a Sufi saint from Persia made this place his abode from 1192 till he died in 1236 AD. Mughal King Humayun, then completed the construction of the shrine. The Dargah is approached through a massive gate with silver doors. Emperor Akbar made an annual pilgrimage to Ajmer . Mughal Emperors Akbar and Shah Jahan have built mosques in the complex.
Nasiyan (Red) Temple
It is a Digambar Jain Temple, which has a two-storey hall adjacent to the main temple. The entire hall consists of gold and silver stones and some precious stones. The place is popularly known as “Soni Ji Ki Nasiyann”. Also known as the Red temple, it mesmerizes you with its historic appeal. Dedicated to the first Jain tirthankar Rishabdeoji, the Nasiyan temple also has a museum that displays objects related to Jain beliefs and mythology. Constructed in 1865, the main chamber of the temple consists of 2 storyed hall adorned with wood sculptures depicting Jain concepts, while the first floor is known as the "Swarna Nagri" and displays gold replicas of all the Jain temples in India. It will make your vacations an astonishing time.
Dargah Khwaja Sahib
It is one of the holiest Muslim shrines present in the country, it is the landmark of Ajmer . Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chisti, a Sufi saint from Persia made this place his abode from 1192 till he died in 1236 AD. Mughal King Humayun, then completed the construction of the shrine. The Dargah is approached through a massive gate with silver doors. Emperor Akbar made an annual pilgrimage to Ajmer . Mughal Emperors Akbar and Shah Jahan have built mosques in the complex.
Tour Itinerary:
Duration:6 Nights/7 Days
Jaipur-Ajmer-Pushkar-Udaipur-Jodhpur-Jaipur
Day 01: Jaipur
Arrival in Jaipur and Pick from Jaipur Railway Station/Bus Stand/Airport to hotel. Proceed for sightseeing of Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and City Palace. Overnight stay at hotel in Jaipur.  Day 02:Jaipur After Breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Jalmahal, Nahargarh Fort, Amer Fort. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur. Day 03: Jaipur-Ajmer-Pushkar After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed for Ajmer, visit the Dargah Sharif and Pushkar, check-in and overnight stay at hotel in pushkar. Day 04: Pushkar-Udaipur After Breakfast, proceed to Udaipur, check in into the hotel, evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Udaipur.  Day 05: Udaipur After Breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing including lakes, Sehelion ki bari, Eklingji and Nathdwara. Overnight stay at Hotel in Udaipur. Day 06: Udaipur-Jodhpur After Breakfast, proceed to Jodhpur, Check in and evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Jodhpur.  Day 07: Jodhpur-Jaipur After breakfast, proceed to Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Museum, departure for Jaipur and drop in the evening at Jaipur Railway Station/Bus Stand/Airport. |
Tour ends with sweet memories
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