Stay in Pushkar or Ajmer?

suede · Mar 13th, 2008, 16:11

I'm planning to travel by bus from Udaipur to Pushkar on Mar 27 before catching a train from Ajmer to Delhi at 0155 on Mar 29.

Does anyone have any advice whether I should get a room in Pushkar or Ajmer? Are there buses from Udaipur to Pushkar directly or do I have to change buses in Ajmer?

Aishah · Mar 13th, 2008, 16:48

How long are you planning to stay in Pushkar or Ajmer before catching your train? Even if you have to change buses in Ajmer, it is quite easy - buses are leaving regularly from the government bus stand for Pushkar, it used to cost only 8 rupees, and it's about 40 mins. there are also jeeps for joint hire (about 50 rupees per person) which will be quicker - 20 - 30mins.
Someone may update these details - it's been a while since I've been to Pushkar travelling by bus.

arunchs · Mar 13th, 2008, 16:50

Direct buses would be rare, if it all available. Should be easier to get to Ajmer and then take another bus to Pushkar. Stay in Pushkar, of course.

suede · Mar 13th, 2008, 17:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aishah

How long are you planning to stay in Pushkar or Ajmer before catching your train?

I'll be staying 1 night in either place, have a full day before leaving on a 0155hrs train from Ajmer.

tbhati · Mar 13th, 2008, 18:11

I would suggest you to stay in Pushkar RTDC hotel (http://www.rtdc.in/). i have been to pushkar once and it was great experience.

suede · Mar 14th, 2008, 10:41

If I arrive in Ajmer at noon and plan to take a train out the same night at 0155, is there sufficient time to see the sights in Pushkar?

How frequent are buses to and from Pushkar?

And how much would a private car cost one-way?

Aishah · Mar 14th, 2008, 12:12

You would have time to go to Pushkar - I think the buses go every 30 mins. I've never had to wait too long for a bus, but this is a while ago and things may have changed. A car by yourself? I'm not sure.

tbhati · Mar 14th, 2008, 19:27

I think the buses go every 15 mins.A private taxi will cost you near around 450 Rs with return.

nayan · Mar 14th, 2008, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by suede

If I arrive in Ajmer at noon and plan to take a train out the same night at 0155, is there sufficient time to see the sights in Pushkar?

How frequent are buses to and from Pushkar?

And how much would a private car cost one-way?

Dont think there are too many "sights" to see in pushkar.
the temple/lake is the main attraction. Its mostly a backpacker ghetto..... a place to relax for a few days/weeks for those on long trips to India.
Unless you specifically want to see that particular temple/lake (nothing impressive in my view) its not worth a hectic trip.

The ajmer-pushkar road (through the hills)is quite a scenic drive though.

neraknerak · Apr 5th, 2008, 05:23

Hello, I recently came back from my India trip (3/16-3/30/08). From my experience, I recommend staying in Pushkar and had a nice stay. Both Ajmer and Pushkar are small towns, relatively speaking.

I stayed at Seventh Heaven in Pushkar and it was really nice. I have no connection w/ this hotel and am recommending it purely because it was a lovely place to stay.

In Ajmer, I went to the Dargah (muslim tomb) and experienced/saw many fervent religious Muslims which was a new experience for me. I was blessed with the corner of the blanket covering the tomb and asked for a donation. But the intensity of this place was quite an experience for me. I also went to the Naisaryan (sp?) temple and for just 5 rupees, saw this beautiful golden mirrored jewelled temple. It was so beautiful! I highly recommend both of these sites! It only took about 2-3 hours w/ taxi to see both of these sites.

The bus between Ajmer/Pushkar is a bit grubby and crowded but only costs 6 rupees w/o backpack or 12 rupees w/ backpack. You can also take a taxi but likely will have to pay much more. The bus leaves on the hour and takes about 30 minutes. The towns are only 7 km apart (2.5 miles) but separated by a twisty mountain.

vdvoort · Apr 5th, 2008, 07:47

Stay in Pushkar or Ajmer?

Well, I wouldn't stay in Pushkar, nor Ajmer. Thinking of the thread 'places in India you don't want to (re)visit: both are on the top of my list. They're just very touristy, filthy, aggressive touts/guides/beggars. If I were you I'd explore some of the villages around Udaipur, much more worthwhile.

Enjoy!

Aishah · Apr 5th, 2008, 10:05

There is another thread on the merits or not of Pushkar - some like it some don't. I personally like it - it's an easy place to walk around, has charming, picturesque lakefront buildings etc.

NeeliAankhen · Apr 5th, 2008, 14:35

I went to Pushkar for a morning just because my friend wanted to, I didn't think I'd like it. But I did -- I liked the market a lot. At least one shop with good quality old Rajasthani textile things (skirts, bags, shawls), different from anything I saw elsewhere.

suede · Apr 10th, 2008, 15:04

Thanks everyone for your replies.

I stayed about 12hours in Ajmer and Pushkar and was plenty.

Aishah · Apr 12th, 2008, 08:02

Nice to hear your feedback Suede, thank you.

Mar 13th, 2008, 16:11	#1
suede Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 15	Stay in Pushkar or Ajmer? I'm planning to travel by bus from Udaipur to Pushkar on Mar 27 before catching a train from Ajmer to Delhi at 0155 on Mar 29. Does anyone have any advice whether I should get a room in Pushkar or Ajmer? Are there buses from Udaipur to Pushkar directly or do I have to change buses in Ajmer?

Mar 13th, 2008, 16:48	#2
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,023	How long are you planning to stay in Pushkar or Ajmer before catching your train? Even if you have to change buses in Ajmer, it is quite easy - buses are leaving regularly from the government bus stand for Pushkar, it used to cost only 8 rupees, and it's about 40 mins. there are also jeeps for joint hire (about 50 rupees per person) which will be quicker - 20 - 30mins. Someone may update these details - it's been a while since I've been to Pushkar travelling by bus. __________________ "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."

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tbhati Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: India Posts: 10	I would suggest you to stay in Pushkar RTDC hotel (http://www.rtdc.in/). i have been to pushkar once and it was great experience.

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suede Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 15	If I arrive in Ajmer at noon and plan to take a train out the same night at 0155, is there sufficient time to see the sights in Pushkar? How frequent are buses to and from Pushkar? And how much would a private car cost one-way?

Mar 14th, 2008, 12:12	#7
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,023	You would have time to go to Pushkar - I think the buses go every 30 mins. I've never had to wait too long for a bus, but this is a while ago and things may have changed. A car by yourself? I'm not sure.

Mar 14th, 2008, 19:27	#8
tbhati Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: India Posts: 10	I think the buses go every 15 mins.A private taxi will cost you near around 450 Rs with return.

Apr 5th, 2008, 05:23	#10
neraknerak Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 5	Hello, I recently came back from my India trip (3/16-3/30/08). From my experience, I recommend staying in Pushkar and had a nice stay. Both Ajmer and Pushkar are small towns, relatively speaking. I stayed at Seventh Heaven in Pushkar and it was really nice. I have no connection w/ this hotel and am recommending it purely because it was a lovely place to stay. In Ajmer, I went to the Dargah (muslim tomb) and experienced/saw many fervent religious Muslims which was a new experience for me. I was blessed with the corner of the blanket covering the tomb and asked for a donation. But the intensity of this place was quite an experience for me. I also went to the Naisaryan (sp?) temple and for just 5 rupees, saw this beautiful golden mirrored jewelled temple. It was so beautiful! I highly recommend both of these sites! It only took about 2-3 hours w/ taxi to see both of these sites. The bus between Ajmer/Pushkar is a bit grubby and crowded but only costs 6 rupees w/o backpack or 12 rupees w/ backpack. You can also take a taxi but likely will have to pay much more. The bus leaves on the hour and takes about 30 minutes. The towns are only 7 km apart (2.5 miles) but separated by a twisty mountain.

Apr 5th, 2008, 07:47	#11
vdvoort Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Netherlands Posts: 84	Stay in Pushkar or Ajmer? Well, I wouldn't stay in Pushkar, nor Ajmer. Thinking of the thread 'places in India you don't want to (re)visit: both are on the top of my list. They're just very touristy, filthy, aggressive touts/guides/beggars. If I were you I'd explore some of the villages around Udaipur, much more worthwhile. Enjoy!

Apr 5th, 2008, 10:05	#12
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,023	There is another thread on the merits or not of Pushkar - some like it some don't. I personally like it - it's an easy place to walk around, has charming, picturesque lakefront buildings etc.

Apr 5th, 2008, 14:35	#13
NeeliAankhen Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New York, NY USA Posts: 268	I went to Pushkar for a morning just because my friend wanted to, I didn't think I'd like it. But I did -- I liked the market a lot. At least one shop with good quality old Rajasthani textile things (skirts, bags, shawls), different from anything I saw elsewhere.

Apr 10th, 2008, 15:04	#14
suede Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 15	Thanks everyone for your replies. I stayed about 12hours in Ajmer and Pushkar and was plenty.

Apr 12th, 2008, 08:02	#15
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 5,023	Nice to hear your feedback Suede, thank you.

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