Tourist Attractions in Ajmer
The city of Ajmer is a popular tourist destination and has a little bit of everything to offer to the tourists - from forts and lakes to revered tombs of ancient saints. The various tourist attractions of Ajmer, Rajasthan make it an interesting city for exploration.
Some of the famous tourist attractions of Ajmer are:
Dargah-e-Sharif
The Dargah-e-Sharif is famous for being the final resting place of the Sufi saint Moin-ud-din Chisti. The Dargah has a beautiful marble dome and a courtyard, surrounded by a silver platform. The shrine was built by Emperor Humayun while the massive gate structure was constructed by the Nizam of Hyderabad. Even though it is primarily a Muslim pilgrimage center, people of all faiths converge at the Dargah Sharif to pay their obeisance and pray for the fulfillment of their wishes.
Taragarh Fort
The Taragarh Fort was built by Ajaipal Chauhan and lies 3 kms behind the Adhai-din-ka-Jhonpra mosque. Visit the fort to enjoy breathtaking views of the city.
Ana Sagar Lake
The artificial Ana Sagar Lake was built by Anaji between 1135-1150 AD by dammin River Luni. Visit the beautiful Daulat Bagh Gardens built by Jehangir on the banks of the lake and gaze at the beauty of the Baradari, a beautiful marble pavilion built by Shah Jehan.
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