Ajmer, Amritsar

Tourist Attractions in Ajmer The tourist attractions of Ajmer enchant you with their skillful architecture and a mystical yet pleasing blend of Sufi and Hindu traditions. Tour the Dargah of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chisti and feel an indescribable calm as you pray to the departed saint. Notice the fascinating blend of Indo-Islamic architecture of the Dargah Sharief on your Ajmer Tourist Attractions tour with Indian Horizons.
The massive and spectacular entrance to the Dargah was built by the Nizam of Hyderabad. The Akbari Masjid and Shah Jahan's Masjid located within the Dargah are splendid illustrations of Islamic architectural skills. The Taragarh Fort is one of the most important tourist attractions of Ajmer and attracts tourists into its labyrinth of stone stairs, colonnades, pillared halls, royal quarters wonderfully carved passages and towers. Visit the Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra and other brilliantly constructed mosques with Persian inscriptions and sculpted columns on your tours to Ajmer tourist attractions. Indian Horizons shows you a desert world gleaming with tales of valor and chivalrous exploits. Tour the tourist attractions of Ajmer and discover the vibrant Ajmer soul that envelops you with its unmatched charm. So come and tour the delightful Ajmer tourist attractions with Indian Horizons and seek the blessings of Khawaja Garib Nawaz, tour the Pushkar fair and marvel at the aesthetically carved palaces and havelis of Ajmer, Rajasthan, India.
Dargah-e-Sharif Ajmer: Located at the foot of a barren hill, the Dargah-e- Sharif is the place where the Khawaja Moin-ud-din Chisti's mortal remains lie buried. The Dargah has a beautiful marble dome and a courtyard, surrounded by a silver platform. It's believed that the tomb is a place of wish fulfillment for those who pray with devout and pure hearts. People of all religious faiths visit the Dargah and make offerings of rose and jasmine flowers to seek the blessings of the Khawaja. The famous annual 'Urs' festival is a major tourist attraction of Ajmer when millions of devotees from around the world visit the Dargah to pay their homage and seek blessing of Khawaja. Taragarh Fort: The 7th century Taragarh Fort (Star Fort) was built by Ajaipal Chauhan, the founder of the city of Ajmer. Perched on a high hill, the fort offers a breathtaking view of Ajmer city. Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra: The Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra is a small and beautiful mosque, situated on the outskirts of Ajmer. Built by Alauddin Khilji, a Delhi Sultant king, it's one of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. The mosque is built on pillars and surprisingly no two pillars are alike. Its archways and the pillars are finely engraved with Kufi and Jughra inscriptions from the holy Quran. Ana Sagar Lake: A beautiful artificial lake, Ana Sagar Lake was built by Anaji between 1135-1150 AD. Later the Mughal Emperors made additional constructions to beautify the Lake. While the Baradari, a beautiful marble pavilion, was built by Shah Jehan, Jehangir added the Daulat Bagh Gardens. Other not to be missed tourist attractions in Ajmer include Circuit House, Mayo College, Daulat Khana, Daulat Bagh, Akabr's Palace, Shah Jehan Mosque and the Museum. Situated in the heart of Ajmer, the 19th century Nasiyan Jain Temple is also worth paying a visit. Things to Do in Jaipur On tours to Ajmer, you can enjoy excursions to a number of exciting tourist attractions nearby. Visit Pushkar (12 km), famous for Pushkar Lake and the Brahma temple; Foy Sagar (5 km), a picturesque artificial lake and a famous picnic spot; and Kishan Garh (27 km) famous for miniature paintings. You can also enjoy shopping for silver jewelry and other colorful items of the region.
	Tourist Attractions in Amritsar
	Popularly believed to have been laid in 1574, the city of Amritsar is one of the most traveled tourist destinations in India due to the existence of several religious sites. It actually offers a host sightseeing options that are considered as some of the best tourist attractions in Amritsar. The various tourist attractions in Amritsar are discussed as follows: Golden Temple: Also called Sri Harmandir Sahib, the Golden Temple was laid by Guru Ram Das in the 14th century. It is acclaimed as one of the holiest sites of the Sikhs. It has four doorways and gorgeously decorated arches. Reflecting influences of both Hindu and Muslim styles of architecture, the temple standing in the middle of a tank, exudes tremendous architectural brilliance which draws the attention of numerous tourists around the globe. Although principally a pilgrimage spot for the Sikhs, it is visited by people of all religions and proves to be one of the greatest tourist attractions in Amritsar on your tour to India. Jalianwala Bagh: Sited near the Golden Temple, it bears testimony to the disaster called Jallianwala Bagh Massacre at the time of the rule of the British Raj. A congregation, attended by several Punjabis on the occasion of Baisakhi (New Year) celebrations on 13 April 1919 was set on fire by General Dyer. Till date it serves as one of the greatest tourist attractions in Amritsar. Durgiana Mandir: Located close to the Golden Temple, this temple, modeled in the style of the Golden Temple, is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga. However, it also offers prayers to deities of Lakshmi and Narayana. Believed to have been built in the 16th century AD, the temple stands in the center of a lake. Baba Atal Rai Tower: Situated not far from the main town, Baba Atal Rai Tower is believed to have been the place where Guru Har Gobind died. Christened after the son of Guru Har Gobind, this nine-storey building gives you a panoramic view from the top. The first floor of the tower preserves some of the trinkets that bear associations to Guru Nanak’s life and his teachings. Wagah Border: Literally defining the Indo-Pakistan border, Wagah is just 28 km from the main town of Amritsar. The ‘change of guards ceremony’ at sunset draws a good many spectators. Weekend Trips/Excursions: Tarn Taran: Situated at 25 km from Amritsar, Tarn Taran houses a sacred tank which is believed to have healing powers. It has a Gurudwara as well which was built by Guru Arjan Dev in AD 1768. Also excursions to Gobindwal Sahib, Amanat Khan Serai, Baba Bakala and Dharamshala from Amritsar can be highly rewarding. Events and Festivals: Baisakhi and Guru Nanak Jayanti are two of the most important festivals that are celebrated in Amritsar.