| Places around Ajmer Dargah |
| Adhai-Din Ka Jhonpra |
In early Indo-Islamic architecture the mosque is built from masonry taken from broken down Hindu and Jain temples. The mosque is designed by Abu Bakr of Heart and believed that monument is built in two and a half days, thus named Adhai-din (two and a half days). In 1230AD an intricate screen under a raised arch was added by Sultan Altamush.
Through a simple gateway in the north, the mosque is entered and on right stands a ruined minaret. The gate leads into a stairway leading up to a small tower from where the muezzin (mosque official) called the faithful to prayer. Number of small arches built of yellow limestone is present in the front façade. The design of a Hindu temple than that of a mosque is the interior of the Jhonpra, with a main hall supported by numerous columns. Square bays support the roof and to gain more height three pillars are placed over each other. Heavily decorated and quite similar to Hindu and Jain rock temples, the columns are of an uncommon design, neither of two resemble each other. |
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| Ana Sagar Lake |
| In the 12th century King Anaji, the grandfather of king Prithvi Raj Chauhan the Ana Sagar Lake was constructed. The Ana Sagar Lake to the north of Ajmer boasts a very picturesque location. Ana Sagar Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes and picnic spot. The water of River Luni is damped in the Ana Sagar Lake. With the help of the locals and the catchments at the site lake was built and a good source of water. The 'Baradari', a marble pavilion was built by Shah Jahan and the Daulat Bagh Gardens was laid by Jehangir laid nearby the Ana Sagar Lake. The city is visited by thousands every year chiefly for the holy shrine of Dargah Sharif, Ajmer. The Ana Sagar Lake in Ajmer in India is probably the largest and most popular Lakes and Gardens in Ajmer. The best time to visit the Ana Sagar Lake, Ajmer is between the months of October to March. |
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| Lord Bramha Temple, Pushkar |
| One of the sacred towns for the Hindus, Pushkar is at a distance of 11 kms from Ajmer. Pushkar is regarded as Adi Tiratha in the great Hindu epics of Mahabharat and Ramayana. Pushkar lies on the shore of Pushkar Lake and has five principal temples, many smaller temples and 52 ghats where pilgrims descend to the lake to bathe in the sacred waters. One of the primary temples is the 14th century temple dedicated to Brahma. Other temples of Brahma include those at Besakih in Bali, Bithoor in Uttar Pradesh, India, village Asotra near Balotra city of Barmer district in Rajasthan and Prambanan in Indonesia. |
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| Mayo College |
Mayo College is is located in Ajmer, Rajasthan. On May 28, 1869 the idea for the college was proposed by Colonel Walter. The school was founded in 1875 and Colonel Sir Oliver St John became its first Principal. Mayo College is one of the oldest and the best boarding schools in India.
Major Mant in the Indo Saracenic style popularized by Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob, the State Engineer of Jaipur designed the Main Building of Mayo College. Several designs were submitted in the Indo-Saracenic, Grecian and Kolhapur styles |
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by architects for the construction of the Mayo College Main Building but Major Mant's Indo-Saracenic design was adopted by the Viceroy in June 1875.
The construction of the college began in 1877 of the white marble building and was completed in 1885. Major Mant's design became well known as a classic symbol of Indo-Saracenic architecture and is quoted in architectural courses today. |
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| Nasiyan Temple |
| A beautiful red Jain temple known as Nasiyan is located in the center of the town. Built in 1865 due to its amazing and unique display this temple is also famous by the name Golden Temple. Gold and silver decorations in the main double storeyed hall are exceptionally beautiful. A splendid display of wooden gilt representations, glass engravings and paintings describing the Jain faith about the creation of the world is all presented in the temple. |
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| Taragarh Fort |
Built in 1354 the Taragarh Fort is the wonder of architecture with its imposing structure of stone. Taragarh Fort is situated on a steep hill and has massive battlements and ramparts. Through an enormous gateway the fort welcomes the tourist. The Bhim Burj largest battlement and a huge water reservoir carved out of solid rock that once supplied water to the palace can be seen in the fort premises.
One can get a panoramic view of the entire town of Bundi from the fort. Especially at sun set the view over the town and surrounding countryside from the top are magical. |
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