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Pushkar is believed to have been created by the Hindu mythology God, Lord Brahma. This is one of most sacred cities of Rajasthan. During the time of Pushkar Fair, tourists from various parts of India as well as from different parts of the world visit Pushkar to be a part of this grand event. Pushkar Fair brings out the different sides of Indian life. Pushkar Fair acts as a perfect platform for showcasing talents of the local craftsmen. One of the largest places for trading of livestock, Pushkar Fair remains filled with different kinds of shops that deal with paintings, textiles, jewelry, heavy metals, handcrafted pottery, puppets and more. Apart from the Pushkar Fair, the other various shopping centers of this place display a wide collection of attractive Rajasthani products.
Pushkar, a small town in Rajasthan, is located 11 km from the city of Ajmer. It is a land of various colours, different moods and an enigma visited by people from all over the world for various reasons. Primarily, it is a holy place also famous for its Pushkar lake, plethora os temples and last but not the least various shopping articles known for their unique charm.
Pushkar's narrow main bazaar is lined with an assortment of absorbing little shops. Here you'll come across everything from late'60s-timewarp clothing to Rajasthani turbans, from statues of Ganesh to the novels of Salman Rushdie. Particularly good buys include costume jewellery, glass lamps, embroidered fabrics such as wall hangings and shoulder bags, Rajasthani puppets and traditional music.Much of the stock comes from the Barmer district south of Jaisalmer and other tribal areas of Rajasthan. You'll have to haggle, as Pushkar has long been exposed to tourists with money to burn and little time to burn it. There's the usual nonsense about 'last price' quotes that aren't negotiable take your time and visit a few shops. Pushkar tourism.
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