Nagaur

Nagaur is a historical town that houses an ancient fort, many palaces and shrines. Nagaur is far- famed for its colorful and one of the biggest cattle fairs that are held in the state. The farming Jats and Bishnoi community mainly inhabit this place. Nagaur has a rustic charm of its own and the sight of red chillies being dried in extensive fields is very pleasing for the beholder.

Best Time to Visit- The best time visit Nagaur is during January and February when the yearly cattle fair is held.

Location- Nagaur lies between Jodhpur and Bikaner. It is located about 135kms away from Jodhpur.

Connectivity

• Air- The nearest Airport is Jodhpur Airport.
• Road - A number of Government and private buses ply to the place linking it with other nearby places of interest.

History- Nagaur was continuously under thrdomonion of the Delhi Sultanate, the rulers of Marwar and Guajarat. This place was captured by Sher Shah 1542. Later, it became a part of the Mughal empire as a sarkar(division) under the Ajmer Subah.

Places to See
Nagaur Fort - Nagaur houses the famous ancient sandstone fort that was built in the2nd century. This fort encloses water reservoirs, old palaces and small temples and other slightly ruined edifices. The extra-ordinary paintings in its walls are a connoisseur's delight.

Tarkeen Dargah - This Muslim shrine is dedicated to Hamiduddin Nagauri, the disciple of the Khwaja of Ajmer. This shrine is a holy place of pilgrimage for the Muslims and Sufis.

Glass Jain Temple- This famous Jain Temple exquisitely carved out of glass and is considered sacred by the Jain community.

Another magnificent structure that is worth visiting is Amar Singh Rathore Ki Chhatri.

Other Attractions
Tourist Camps-One of the major attractions of Nagaur is twenty luxurious tourist camps or tents that offer a comfortable stay with modern amenities within a different backdrop. Such stay in the camps offers an out of the world experience to the tourists.

The Nagaur Fair- Nagaur abounds in animals and cattle and has about 70,000 bullocks, camels and horses. Hence a cattle fair is held during January- February every year that continues for eight days and attracts a horde of tourists. This fair exhibits the rustic culture and tradition of the place.

Accommodation Facilities- Tourists can stay in the following hotels that provide world- class accommodation-

• Khimsar Fort (Welcom Heritage Group Hotels)
• Royal Camp (Mobile Camp)
• Hotel Mahaveer International
• Centre Point Hotel
• The Pride Hotel