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Pushkar (Hindi: पुष्कर) is a town in the Ajmer district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is situated about 10 km (6.2 mi) northwest of Ajmer and about 150 kilometres (93 mi) southwest of Jaipur. It is a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Sikhs. Pushkar has many temples. Most of the temples and ghats in Pushkar are from the 18th century and later, because many temples were destroyed during Muslim conquests in the area. Subsequently, the destroyed temples were rebuilt. The most famous among Pushkar temples is the red spired Brahma Temple built during the 14th century CE. . It is considered a sacred city by the Hindus particularly in Shaktism, and meat and eggs consumption are forbidden in the city. Pushkar is located on the shore of Pushkar Lake, which has many ghats where pilgrims bathe. Pushkar is also significant for its Gurdwaras for Guru Nanak and Guru Gobind Singh. One of the bathing ghats is called Gobind ghat built by the Marathas in the memory of Guru Gobind Singh.
Restaurants in Pushkar
1. Bahar Cooking Classes
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By raudsepp1997
As a couple we arranged this cooking course in Pushkar and it was so lovely! Deepa is a very sweet woman who teaches wonderfully and with care. Her English is very good and her cooking even better! We made dhal, gobi curry and brown chapatis, which she arranged specially due to an allergy, and for which we are very grateful. Couldn’t recommend this class more. Make sure to come the day before to secure a time.
2. Pushkar Cooking Art & Home Stay
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5.0 based on 188 reviews
Pushkar Cooking Art & Home Stay was established by Ashok and Shivani Tak around two decades ago in the scenic town of Pushkar (Rajasthan). Shivani is an authentic North Indian Cooking instructor and has been giving hands on cooking experience for last two decades. Ashok (popular as Camel Man) is an internationally acclaimed Camel Decoration artist, rare embroidery and textile collector and exhibitor. He also owns a small museum exhibiting his collection at the same premises. In October 2016, we have started a small home stay with a self cooking kitchen for our guests. You tube link- https://youtu.be/mo7T0dlx2K0
Reviewed By JacomijnSHT - Hellendoorn, The Netherlands
On most of my travels I like to do a Cookingclass to learn more about the local herbs and spices. In this class we were showed all the herbs & spices by name and how to use. Also the explanation of difference in the hot spices and the other? They won't mix those two different kinds... Important to know, right? We started by making some Massala chai, always a good start! We got to make several dishes from curry to biryani and some nan and chapati. I loved the experience again. From every lesson I learn so much! Thank you!
3. Krishna Music School
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5.0 based on 55 reviews
Krishna Music School located in the sacred town of Pushkar and run by Vini Devda who holds experience of more of a decade, He began learning Indian Classical Music at the age of five and is an established classical vocalist of repute today. Vini possesses the versatility and plays and teaches Tabla, harmonium, sitar, dholak and other instruments. It is also possible to purchase your instrument of choice from the school.
Reviewed By kraljsimon - Maribor, Slovenia
I had a lot of fun with Vini playing sitar. I think that he is a great teacher whith a wide range of indian clasical knowledge and instruments and also very gifted young musician. He has welcomed me to his school like to his home and opened the door through my indian musical traveling experiance. Thank you Vini.
4. Pushkar Meditation Temple
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5.0 based on 143 reviews
All courses are now virtual live! Pushkar Meditation Temple reflects the vision of Swamiji Kapri, an internationally acclaimed yoga + meditation teacher, committed to re-establishing yoga as a spiritual discipline.. Pushkar Meditation Temple is a Yoga Alliance, USA registered school. The teachings are based on the ancient Raja/Ashtanga yoga of sage Patanjali. Hatha, Kundalini , Kriya, Mantra, Dhyana and Hamsa Yoga are also part of the course. The teaching at Pushkar Meditation Temple is divided into three streams: 1. RYT200 Yoga Teacher Training Course with Swamiji over 10 weekends. Certified by Yoga Alliance. starts September 5, 2020. Fee 500 Euros. Schedule as per Central European Time. 2. 56-hour Therapeutic Application of Yoga Immersion 2 days a week for 4 weeks. Starts October 12, 2020. Schedule as per American CDT. Price $200. 3. 20 X 2- hour preparatory Raja yoga practice session on weekdays. starts 1st September, 2020. Schedule as per Indian Standard Time. Price Rs 5000.
Reviewed By eliiseproos
First of all I want to say a thousand thanks to Swamiji for this beautiful journey. I did a 200 YTR course in Pushkar. Also I would have liked to be in a more natural setting but this city is very beautiful and resonates with my bohemian soul. So it is really good that you can choose between Pushkar and Rishikesh. As Swamiji says: “Walk in as a body, go out as a soul!” Yoga is for everyone, especially for those who ask themselves who they are and what is their purpose in this life. When I came here, I was already on a spiritual path and I knew that I was finally on the right path, but still some old patterns were coming up and I started asking myself questions about certain topics and here I was assured that I was on the right track. Everything happens for a reason! The Western world has given many people a false or misleading understanding of yoga. Raja Yoga also known as Ashtanga yoga, teaches us that yoga is a spiritual journey that accompanies you daily. Swamiji’s theory lessons and philosophy are very enlightening. For years, I have known that when I go to study yoga in depth, I want to choose a teacher who talks about where yoga started - its basics and purpose. Yoga temple is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city and the food was wonderful, I will definitely miss these flavours. And during the winter at Pushkar I recommend that you pack warm clothes as it can get very cold here. And on wedding season it gets really noisy there so be ready to concentrate even more. There were only three of us this time and it is really great that Swamiji accepts max 8 people so the teaching is very individual. Finally, if you want to change your lifestyle a little and grow as a soul, come to the Swamiji. I am very grateful and I am certainly more courageous and I believe in myself more than before, everything is possible! I am delighted with my spiritual name as well which will surely send me throughout my life! Thank you Swamiji for enlightening the path!
5. Private Tour Pushkar
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5.0 based on 216 reviews
Private tour Pushkar is the best for all kind of the tour for Pushkar,day trip to Ajmer and Jaipur, we organise all the services like loal attraction,sightseeing,camel safari,night stay in desert,zypsy dance,t transportation,local food,local market,its a complete special visit with the best price and service. If you are planning to organize India trip we can help you to do with car,driver , guides and hotel with good price and great servives .
6. Shiv Shakti Art & Handicraft
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5.0 based on 140 reviews
An excellent collection of beautiful paintings and intricate carvings to buy or just to admire. Located just off Sadar Bazaar and away from the main hustle and bustle of Pushkar's main drag. Products here are superb quality and sold at very reasonable prices. Art workshops and painting classes are also available from 1:30 pm till 9pm daily. Prior booking is advised.
Reviewed By sarveshsankhla
must visit place if your interest in Arts and Crafts, located to the main market and lord Brahma temples and ghats.
7. Deepak Ayurveda Massage Centre
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5.0 based on 405 reviews
A professional therapeutic service to help you reach a calmness and newness through traditional approaches so that you will be ready to return refreshed to the modern world you work in.
Reviewed By michele_de1982 - Rome, Italy
I booked an Ayurvedic massage just because of the amazing feedbacks I’ve read on Tripadvisor. I left the craziness of the came fair atmosphere here in Pushkar looking for a moment of peace and silence. Arriving close to Deepak’s place I noticed a switch: no chaos, everything was quite and calm. He was waiting outside, welcoming me to his place. We talked few minutes and then he started the massage... he feels the body and the energy of the person and work with it.. the massage has been like HEAVEN! But what is amazing, and what makes this man a true listener of the subtle messages of the body through the hands is that he gave all the advices that I knew I should follow for my health, he told me things that doctors said to me during years and that he felt during the massage! It’s not a simple massage, trust me! He also gave me advices about what to eat and what to avoid and so much more! If you’re in Pushkar you can’t skip this chance to take care of yourself! Thanks Deepak :)
8. Babu Desert Safari
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5.0 based on 94 reviews
Happy camel, Happy customers We offer unforgettable desert safari on camels, horses and camel carts of any length of time at affordable prices. We want to take you back in time to discover the vibrant and extraordinary world of the Maharadja and the Gipsies. Travel the Thar desert, rest around a campfire and sample traditional Rajasthan food, music & dance. Watch the sunset over the sand dune and explore traditional villages.
9. Xcapade Adventures
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5.0 based on 401 reviews
Xcapade Adventures is a community of adventurers and professionals, completely dedicated to meeting the needs of nature buffs and adventure sports lovers. We, at Xcapade offer, Zipline, Rock-climbing, Parasailing, Bungee Jumping, Paintball, Zorbing, Camping, Polaris ATV, Dune Safari and more at the most affordable prices.
Reviewed By Udbhavtraveller
Excellent experience..!! Rock climbing was my favourite sport.!! Quad biking is super fun..!! Bodyzorb is fun too..
10. Pushkar Yoga Garden
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4.5 based on 217 reviews
A Yoga and meditation retreat centre based on the ancient Indian ashram tradition, offering yoga and meditation courses and classes. Very welcome.
Reviewed By CatherineHindson - Cirencester, United Kingdom
Having just completed my 200hr ashtanga-vinyasa RYT, I have been keen to expose myself to as many forms of the wonderful practice that is yoga as possible whilst travelling India. I can honestly say that the "one day of yogic life" course, offered at The Pushkar Yoga Garden, has been such a highlight of my India experience! Yogesh was absolutely amazing, his teaching style was inspiring and you could feel the knowledge and genuine belief in what he was explaining to us. In just one day you will learn more than you would imagine possible about not only the traditional hatha yoga practice but also about Ayurveda (including some ayurvedic medicine which I found fascinating and was an unexpected bonus of the day). Yogesh offers students a chance to experience a traditional and pure form of hatha yoga which is so refreshing from the westernised yoga most of us practice at home. I could've talked to Yogesh for hours and hours about yoga and I would've only scraped the surface of his expertise, one day was definitely not long enough! Pushkar Yoga Garden is a wholly positive experience for beginner and experienced yogis alike! I am travelling with a friend who had never done yoga before India and she also found the day with Yogesh incredible; admiring how, despite his advanced practice, he remains so humble and relatable. If you're in Pushkar you should definitely make time to visit Yogesh at The Yoga Garden, at least going for one of his drop in yoga classes that run every morning and evening. Thank you so much Yogesh for the most wonderful day! Namaste Catherine
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