Brahma Temple

Pushkar


Pushkar’s most famous temple is the Brahma Temple, said to be one of the few such temples in the world as a result of a curse by Brahma’s consort, Saraswati. The temple is marked by a red spire, and over the entrance gateway is the hans (goose symbol) of Brahma. Inside, the floor and walls are engraved with dedications to the dead.


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1. Brahma Ghat

0.16 MILES

A bathing ghat dedicated to Brahma and below the Brahma temple.

2. Jain Temple

0.16 MILES

This intricately carved Jain temple is found on the western shore of Pushkar Lake.

3. Gandhi Ghat

0.27 MILES

Gandhi’s ashes were sprinkled here on Gau Ghat and since then it has also been known as Gandhi Ghat.

4. Savitri Mata Temple

0.38 MILES

The ropeway (9.30am to 7.30pm, return trip ₹119) makes the ascent to the hilltop Saraswati Temple a breeze. The temple overlooks the lake and the views…

5. Varah Ghat

0.4 MILES

Vishnu appeared at Varah Ghat in the form of a boar.

6. Old Rangji Temple

0.41 MILES

Old Rangji Temple (c 1844) is close to the bazaar and is alternatively empty and peaceful or alive with chanting worshippers.

7. Naya Rangji Temple

0.55 MILES

The large Naya (new) Rangji temple is east of the lake and is the scene of regular chanting devotions.

8. Gurdwara

0.64 MILES

The ornate, multidomed gurdwara hosts Pushkar's Sikh community and welcomes visitors.

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