At the foot of a barren hill, is
situated Indias 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. The shrine is next
only to Mecca or Median for the Muslims of South Asia. Emperor Akbar used to
make a pilgrimage to this Dargah from Agra once a year.
How to
Get thereAir : The nearest airport is that
of Jaipur.
Rail : The city is well connected by
trains with all the major places in India.
Road :
The state transport has its bus services from all over Rajasthan
and also from Delhi. However, during the Urs, large number of people
arriving in Ajmer, it is advisable to plan your trip in advance during this
time.
Local Transport : City bus service operate
in the city and to Pushkar. Unmetered taxis, auto-rickshaws, tongas, and
cycle-rickshaws are also available for commutation.