Goenka tradition · India
Dhamma Pala
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Founded
1995
Capacity
150 students
Tradition
Goenka tradition
Languages
English, Hindi, Marathi
About this center
Located near Pune on the Mumbai-Pune corridor. Serves the Pune metropolitan area which has one of the largest concentrations of Vipassana practitioners in India. Hosts regular 10-day courses plus shorter weekend courses for old students. Pleasant Deccan plateau climate most of the year.
How to reach
- Nearest airport
- Pune — 35 km
- Nearest railway
- Pune Junction — 30 km
- Climate
- Pleasant year-round, mild
- Best season
- October to March
Before you apply
Easy access from Mumbai by train or car. Strong Marathi-language support. High demand from local sangha — apply early.
New to Vipassana? Read the full guide before applying — the 10-day course expects you to know what you are committing to.
Apply for a course
Applications go directly to Dhamma Pala. Darshya does not handle bookings — the center reviews each applicant personally. The course itself is donation-based (no fee).