The Brahma Temple (Jagatpita Brahma Mandir) is Pushkar's most important religious site and one of the very few temples in India dedicated to Lord Brahma, the creator deity in the Hindu trinity. This rarity makes it one of the most significant pilgrimage destinations in the country. The current structure dates largely from the fourteenth century, though the site's sanctity is considered far older. Non-Hindus are permitted to enter the outer precincts; inner sanctum access may be restricted during puja times.
The temple sits close to the lake and is built in white marble, its sikhar tower topped with a distinctive red spire. Inside, the four-headed image of Brahma is attended throughout the day by priests; the air is thick with incense and the sound of bells. Photography is restricted inside the temple — leave your camera at the entrance.
Remove shoes before entering and be prepared for the attentions of self-appointed "priests" who may attempt to tie a thread on your wrist and demand payment. This practice is widely reported by visitors; a polite but firm refusal is effective. The genuine puja rituals conducted by the temple's own priests are worth watching and entirely free.