About Ajmer

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Ajmer is situated in the heart of Rajasthan desert, Ajmer was established by Ajaipal Chauhan in the 7th century and named it as Ajaimeru - the invincible hill that has a blend of Sufi culture and Hindu religion. Today, Ajmer is known as the final resting place of the great Sufi Saint - Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti. It is a center of culture and education. The annual Urs at Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is held on a grand scale and attracts pilgrims from all over the world.

Area:  55.76 sq. Kms.

Best Time to Visit:  October and March.

Climate:  Ajmer has an extreme climate with high climatic variations between the seasons.

Main Languages:  Rajasthani, Hindi, Urdu, English and Sindhi.

Population:  Approx. 5 Lakhs.

Temperature:  Summer - Max : 38.1 Min : 27.7.
Winter - Max : 23. 3 Min : 05.5.