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Ajmer, India is among the cities from the medieval age that depicts the multi ethnicity of India. This due to the invasion of the place by various invaders from different race. The culture of the city is a beautiful blend of the Sufi and the Hindu culture. The city for ages has remained in the thick of the political actions be it the time of the Marathas, The Muhgal or even on a later stage. Now it is among the major tourist attractions in the state of Rajasthan. Location The city is situated in the heart of the Thar Desert. It is one of the major cities of the state of Rajasthan in the northern parts of India. The location of the city is always preferred by the rulers to exercise control all over their dynasty. But after the reigns of Prithviraj Chauhan it lost the glory of being the capital to Delhi. How to reach The city does not have an airport of its own and thus to get there one has to rely on the airport located on the nearest city, Jaipur. The city however is accessible through the railways from all the major cities of India. The roadways are also well connected with the buses from the city plying to every major cities and towns in the state. There are bus services reaching till the capital, Delhi. Intermediate traveling in the city also has varied kind of conveyance ranging from taxis, auto-rickshaws, tongas and many other means of transport. Major tourist attractions Ajmer-e-Sharief Dargah - this is one of the prime pilgrimage centers for people from all the walks of life in India. It is situated at the bottom of the barren hill. The place holds the tomb of the famous Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti. Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpara - this erection is among the beautiful amalgamation of the Hindu and Muslim architecture. The existing mosque was once a seat for learning Sanskrit for the Hindu scholars. The unique feature of the mosque is that no two pillars on, which the mosque is standing, are alike. Jain temple - the temple is red colored and was built during the 19th century. The wooden guilt of the walls of the temple depicts many stories from the Jain Mythology. The architectural brilliance of the temple is being recognized worldwide. Taragarh Fort - Ajaipal Chauhan builds it in the 7th century. The fort gives a perfect view of the city. This has been instrumental in the vigilance of the city. Ajmer, India takes us close to the cultural heritage of India. Its historical significance makes it more important for tourism.
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