| Ajmer-e-Sharief Dargah
At the foot of a barren hill, is situated India?s most important pilgrimage center for people from all faiths. It is the splendid tomb of the Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti more popularly known as Khawaja Saheb or Khawaja Sharif.
Adhai-din ka Jhonpra
Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra is a remarkable structure of Indo-Islamic architecture said to have been built in two and a half days flat. This mosque was a Sanskrit college in the 12th century but in 1193 AD Mohammad Ghori destroyed the college and built a mosque in its place. It is built on pillars and surprisingly no two pillars are alike. The distinct pillars-and arched "Screen" with its ruined minarets make it a splendid architectural masterpiece. The monument has seven arched walls with Islamic calligraphy, though most of it now remains in ruins. Ana Sagar
Built by Anaji during 1135-1150 AD, this lake is located towards the north of Ajmer city. Later the Mughal Emperors made additional constructions to beautify the lake. The 'Baradari', Shah Jahan built a marble pavilion. This lovely lake built by King Anaji, the grandfather of Prithvi Raj Chauhan is at a picturesque site located to the north of Ajmer. Next to the lake are the Daulat Bagh Gardens, set up by emperor Jehangir. Shah Jahan added the Baradari (marble pavilion) to the lake. Shah Jahan built the marble pavilion now called the Baradari, while Emperor Jehangir laid the beautiful Daulat Bagh gardens, where people still go in plenty to walk and enjoy the greenery
Edward Memorial Hall
Other monuments, which stand as reminders of Ajmer's colonial past are the Edward Memorial hall. Near the railway station is Edward Memorial Hall.
Govt. Museum
Ajmer The Rajputana Museum as it is significantly named, has in its galleries important exhibits from almost all the princely states. There is a library attached to his museum, which contains rare books and important historical publications.
Nasiyan (Jain Temple)
This red coloured Jain temple was built in the late 19th century. The wooden gilt in the double storeyed hall depicts scenes from the Jain mythology. The beauty of this temple is widely acclaimed.
Transportation of Ajmer
Ajmer is well connected to other cities by means of road and rail. National Highway Number 8 running between Delhi and Mumbai passes through the district and covers a distance of about 147 kms and the route also provides direct road link from Beawar to Delhi via Jaipur and Ajmer and to Ahmedabad via Udaipur. The rail way line passing through Ajmer is the Delhi-Ahmedabad railway line. Important railway stations on Ajmer-Khandwa rail line are Ajmer, Nasirabad and Bijaynagar. Air transport facility is not available in the district of Ajmer. Nowadays reaching the beautiful town of Ajmer has become very convenient. Ajmer is now linked by frequent trasins to and from the major metros as well as the other destinations of India. The national and state highway network links this town to other parts of Rajasthan and many important cities in India. All sorts of hired transports are available and all comes with the most experienced drivers. Although this small town doesn`t have a airport of its own, there is an airport situated at Jaipur which is just 130 kilometers away from Ajmer and from there one can easily avail regular buses and taxis.
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asties, which came and left behind indelible marks of their individual culture and traditions on the history of this famous city. In
the recent times Ajmer has become one of the most popular pilgrimage
for both the Hindu as well as the Muslim community. This land is particularly famous for the Dargah Sharif Tomb of the much popular Sufi
saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti and is frequently visited with much
veneration. Another place of pilgrimage in Ajmer is Pushkar also believed to be the abode of Lord Brahma, which lies in the western part of the region with a temple and picturesque lake. It is regarded as a very important religious place for the Hindus. This place is also popular all over India for the camel fair. The city of Ajmer is also believed to be blessed with lakes, which are again bounded by beautiful hills and hillocks. The other places of interest around the city of Ajmer in Rajasthan are Mangliyawas, Badnor, Beawar, Kishangarh and Pachewar. 