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Dargaah Khwaja Moin-ud-in Chishti
One of the holiest muslim shrines in India, it attracts thousands of pilgrims from
across India and the World. They come here to pay homage to the revered Sufi
Saint Khwaja Moin-ud-din Chishti,the bestower of boons.
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Brahma Temple
The Brahma temple is the biggest attraction of peoples at Pushkar.This is the only
existing temple dedicated to Lord Brahma.It was constructed in the 14th century
and stands on a high plinth with marble steps leading up to it.
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Adhaii Din Ka Jhopda
This fascinating structure,is a masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architechture and is
located near the Dargaah.It consists of a quadrangle,cloistered on all four
sides and on the inside has a front screen wall of seven pointed arches.It was originally
a Sanskrit college,probably within temple enclosure,which was distroyed by Qutub-ud-Din
Aibak to built this Mosque.
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Aana sagar lake
It is one of the few military structures of mediaeval India preserved almost intact,
containing palaces,gardens,open and covered reservoirs,a granary,an armoury,a well
planned cannon foundry,several temples, a tall tower and a giant mounted cannon
The Jai Ban-one of the largest cannons in India.
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Foy sagar lake
It is a splendid fort built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh, it sprawls on
the hillside. Built in red sandstone and white marbles the fort is a fascinating
blend of Hindu and Muslim architechture.The palace complex has some very interesting
apartments like Jai mandir,Sheesh mahal,Sukh niwas,Ganesh pol.
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Nasiyan
Beyond the hills of Jaigarh stand the fort of Nahargarh like a watchful sentinel
guarding Sawai Jai Singh's beautiful capital.Some of the rooms provide the most
spectacular view of the citybelow.
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