Savitri Temple, Pushkar, Rajasthan

Savitri Temple, Pushkar, Rajasthan

Savitri Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Savitri, consort of Lord Brahma, located in Pushkar Town near Ajmer in Rajasthan State, India. The Temple is located at the top of the Ratnagiri Hill behind the Pushkar Brahma Temple.

Legends

Savitri’s Curse:

Once, Lord Brahma was performing a Yagna on the bank of the Pushkar Lake where the presence of Goddess Savitri was required. But as she was late in arriving and the holy moment was passing by, Lord Brahma married local girl, Gayatri, who then became the second wife of Brahma, to complete this ritual. When the Goddess arrived, she was upset to see someone else in her place.

Out of anger, she cursed Lord Brahma that he will only be worshipped only in Pushkar and cursed everyone present there. Later on, she went to the Ratnagiri hills to sacrifice for her deeds and changed into river. After this incident, the temple was constructed in her dedication and still you will notice a small stream flowing beside the temple. Also, the aarti is performed first in Savitri Temple and then in Brahma Temple.

Hill Temples for Lord Brahma consorts:

Brahma's two consorts Savitri and Gayatri have separate temples erected for them in Pushkar, but on hills at opposite ends of the lake. The first consort Savitri, who cursed Brahma, is described to be still seating annoyed and enraged in her shrine on the highest hill in Pushkar, while Gayatri afraid of Savitri’s wrath sits at a lower hill at the other end, the eastern side of the lake. 

History

The temple was built in 1687 CE on the hilltop and was rebuilt by Bangar family in early 20^th century. The idol of Savitri dates back to 7^th century AD. 

The Temple

Savitri Temple is located at the top of the Ratnagiri Hill behind the Pushkar Brahma Temple. The temple is situated at an elevation of about 750 feet. One has to climb a flight of 650 steps to reach the shrine at Savitri Temple. The 1.5 km long route to the temple is hard and strenuous. There is also a ropeway facility to reach the temple from the bottom of the hill.

It presents a panoramic view of the beautiful lake, Pushkar town and the picturesque surrounding of the villages. The sanctum houses an idol of Goddess Savitri, consort of Lord Brahma. The Temple also houses an idol of Gayatri, the other consort of Lord Brahma. But as per tradition Goddess Savitri is always worshipped first and then prayers to Goddess Gayatri are offered.

Temple Opening Time

The Temple remains open from 05.00 am to 12.00 noon and from 04.00 pm to 09.00 pm.

Ropeway Timings & Fees

Ropeway Timings: 07. 30 AM – 08.00 PM

Ropeway Fees: Rs. 90 per Person (both ways)

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 1 Km from Pushkar Brahma Temple, 2 Kms from Pushkar Lake, 2 Kms from Pushkar Railway Station, 2 Kms from Pushkar Bus Station, 17 Kms from Ajmer Bus Stand, 17 Kms from Ajmer Railway Junction, 18 Kms from Ajmer, 46 Kms from Kishangarh, 47 Kms from Kishangarh Airport, 152 Kms from Jaipur and 155 Kms from Jaipur Airport. Pushkar is situated in centre-east part of Rajasthan, on the western side of Aravalli mountains. Pushkar is about 14 Kms from Ajmer, connected via Pushkar road (Highway 58) which goes over the Aravalli Range mountains. Pushkar has its own railway station. Ajmer is also the nearest major railway station. Nearest Airports are located in Kishangarh and Jaipur.

Location