Ajmer Sharif, Ajmer

Ajmer is the most visited Muslim Pilgrimage destination in Rajasthan. Not Only Muslims, people of other religion also tour Ajmer Sharif in great devotion.

Ajmer houses the mausoleum of the Sufi saint Khwaja Muinuddin Christi. Muslim believes that a visit to Ajmer Sharif is rewarded with fulfillment of one’s inner wish. Devotees visit in large number to offer prayer at “Dargah Sharif”.

Ajmer was the last abode of the Sufi saint Muinuddin Christi who passed here in1235. The mausoleum of the saint is built from white marble. Muslims from across the globe tour Ajmer on a Holy Muslim pilgrimage tour. A famous legend says that Akbar was blessed with an heir after prayer at Ajmer Sharif. A mosque is located inside the Dargah built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.

Urs of saint, the annual pilgrimage is held in the month of May; thousands of Muslim devotees come to Ajmer during this religious festival. The best time to visit Ajmer Sharif is the month of May during the annual Urs of Moinuddin Christi. The pleasant time to visit Ajmer is in the winter.

How to reach to Ajmer Sharif:

Jaipur is the nearest airport to reach Ajmer located at a distance of 113 kms away from it. One can also reach Ajmer by train from Mumbai, Delhi, and Jaipur. The local transportation network within the city is available.

Dargah timings:

• 5am -9pm (winter), 4am-9pm (summer)
• 3pm -4pm (closed all days), 2.30pm-3.30pm (on Thursday)