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Aerial view of Pushkar, Rajasthan. The city is bordering the Thar desert. Aravali mountain range can be seen in the backdrop of Pushkar city. Fly over the annual Pushkar camel fair, one can notice the colorful giant wheels, camels, and crowded market along with tented accommodation for traders. One can see the decorated camel carts on the ground. Pushkar is one of the most ancient cities of India. Located in Rajasthan’s Ajmer district in midst of Aravali range, Pushkar is often called tirtha-raj, which literally means the king of pilgrim sites. It is also among the five pilgrim sites or dhams for people following Hinduism. There are several temples in Pushkar and the most famous temple is the Brahma temple, which is one of the few temples dedicated to Brahma in the world. Pushkar is also f