Ajmer is known for its holy mosques and temples. The city has a vibe of its own in terms of prayers, street food, shopping markets, and breathtaking lake views.
The city has a well-known Mughal history and past that is depicted comprehensively in its museums and palaces. Whether you’re a history lover or not, you’ll still appreciate this city’s beauty.
There are many tourist attractions in Ajmer which are very close to the famous Ajmer Sharif Dargah. You can easily visit almost all the tourist spots of Ajmer if you’ve two days in your pocket.
8 Best Tourist Places To Visit In Ajmer
Ajmer is not a big city in its area; hence all the major tourist attractions are situated nearby to the city center. You can visit all the places by commuting through public transport or a private cab. So, let’s quickly read about the best tourist attractions of Ajmer city:
01. Ajmer Sharif Dargah
We’ll start our list with the world-famous Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The Dargah is a tomb of Moinuddin Chishti, who was a Sufi saint, and a Philosopher. Every year millions of pilgrims visit this place to seek holy blessings.
Most tourists who come to Ajmer start their trip by visiting this holy place. The Dargah welcomes people of every religion, caste, and gender. People offer chadars (sacred cloth sheets) to the shrine to express gratitude.
You can easily spend 3-4 hours in this place by looking at the people, observing how they cook in the world’s largest kadhai, and learning many things about the Muslim culture. You’re really going to like this place and will leave with a calm headspace.
When I visited Ajmer, I went straight to this place, as it’s open early in the morning. The place stays chaotic throughout the day because of the heavy crowds and congested space.
Bonus Tip: As the crowd gets enormous in the peak hours, you must keep an eye on your belongings at this place. You might drop your money or any electronic gadgets in long queues. Also, take a handkerchief or cap with you, which is mandatory to wear on your head before entering the Dargah.
02. Adhai Din Ka Jhopra
Adhai Din Ka Jhopra is known for its rigors and strong structure. It’s also one of the oldest mosques in India, visited by thousands of people throughout the year.
“Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra” means “monument of two-and-a-half-day.” The place has a history of Indo-Islamic architecture and has very descriptive scribblings on its pillars. Many say that this mosque was just constructed in two and a half days and hence became famous by this name.
This place is spreaded in a vast park and is very photogenic amongst tourists. It’s located at a 5-10 mins walk from the Ajmer Sharif Dargah, and you can include it on your watchlist while visiting this holy city.
Bonus Tip: If you want to see this place, avoid taking any additional public transportation to this monument. This will only cost you money as the memorial is located at a walkable distance from Ajmer Dargah Sharif.
03. Ana Sagar Lake
Probably the most attractive tourists spots in Ajmer is Ana Sagar Lake, which was constructed by Maharaja Anaji in 1150AD. After that, the Mughal emperors made some modifications to the structure of the lake and made it more developed.
The lake is open from early morning to late night, and one can experience the charming views of the water. You can also go boating and spend some quality time near the shore of this lake.
The lake looks stunning at night and has become a late-night picnic spot for the local people of Ajmer. Or, you can also visit the Daulat bagh during the daytime, which is on the east side of this beautiful lake.
Bonus Tip: The Ana Sagar lake is the most beautiful photography spot in Ajmer. Whether you’re visiting it in the daytime or at night, make sure to carry your camera to capture the calmness and serenity of this place.
04. Soni Ji Ki Nasiya Jain Temple
Soni Ji Ki Nasiyan, also known as Ajmer Jain Temple, is famous for its beautiful architecture and design. This Jain Temple was built in the 19th century and is entirely made up of gold.
You’ll be amazed to see the beauty of this temple with all those gold chambers lightning inside the museum. There are many staircases and floors in the museum, which give different views of the interior architecture.
If you’re a history lover, this place will teach you many things about the Jainism culture. However, if you’re not a Jain, you are only restricted to visiting the museum, not the temple.
Bonus Tip: Phones and cameras are allowed in this temple at no extra cost, so if you want to capture the mesmerizing gold architecture, do take your camera equipment with you.
05. Ajmer Taragarh Fort
Rajasthan’s forts are known for their built design and robust architecture and have the oldest war histories. If you’re adventurous and love hiking, you can also visit Taragarh Fort in Ajmer city.
The Taragarh Fort is famous for its structure and panoramic views. You can easily view the whole of Ajmer city from the hilltop of this fort. Also, there are many Dargahs inside this fort which makes the place blissful.
The ideal time to visit this fort is in the morning or noon when you can see all the views clearly. You can also experience a breathtaking sunrise or sunset from this place if you time your visit accordingly.
Bonus Tip: Ajmer mostly stays warm throughout the year, so it’s better to take an umbrella and water bottle with you as you might get tired while climbing the stairs of this fort.
06. Ajmer Fort And Museum
Another attractive tourist place in Ajmer is the Ajmer Fort and Museum. This place is also known as Akbar’s Palace, so don’t get confused by the same names.
Ajmer Fort is as old as 1570 AD and has a well-connected history with the Mughal emperor Akbar. It is said that when Akbar visited Ajmer Sharif Dargah, he and his troops used to stay in this palace.
You’ll see hundreds of old-age military weapons inside this museum. There are swords, guns, arrows, citadels, and many other weapons preserved by the government inside this museum.
Other than the weapons, this palace has many royal rooms that showcase the grand life and heritage of the Mughal era. This museum is a must-visit for someone interested in learning about Rajasthan’s history and culture.
Bonus Tip: Due to immense popularity, this palace has become a tourist favorite and always stays crowded. The museum opens early in the morning, and it’s recommended to visit this place as early as possible to avoid the crowds and spend quality time knowing this palace’s history.
07. Victoria Jubilee Clock Tower
Another pride memorial of Ajmer is Victoria Jubilee Clock Tower. This clock tower was constructed in 1887 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Silver Jubilee.
This clock tower is situated near Ajmer’s railway station and has been built in Indo-Islamic style. The tower looks stunning at night because of all the flashes of lightning.
The clock tower is not a definitive tourists places in Ajmer, but you can definitely visit this memorial to click some beautiful pictures of this tower.
Bonus Tip: There’s no particular tip for visiting this place, but if you’re a photography lover, make sure to create a beautiful hyper-lapse of this sturdy monument.
08. Kishangarh City
If you’ve covered all the tourist spots of Ajmer, then look out for visiting Kishangarh City. It is located 30kms from Ajmer and has become one of the major tourist spots of Rajasthan.
Kishangarh is famous for its beauty, architecture, marbles, and Bani Thani painting style. The city has a comprehensive history of Rajasthani kings and emperors.
You can visit many temples, especially the nine planet temples, forts, and museums in Kishangarh city. The city is also known for its traditional Rajasthani cuisines and meals.
The most famous thing in Kishangarh is its Marble Pit dumpyard. It’s a place developed from the wastes of marbles and looks stunning in the daytime. There is a nominal fee to enter this area, but it gives you a lifetime experience.
I hope the Ajmer tourist places above will help you make a fantastic itinerary for your Ajmer trip. If you have two days in Ajmer, you can easily cover all the places within minimal expenses.
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