Pune

Pune became the seat of the enterprising Peshwas, under whom Maratha power rose into a major political force. The Peshwas were renowned patrons of the arts and in their time, enriched the city with temples, gardens and educational institutions.

It was here that Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak introduced the principle of Swadeshi during the Freedom Movement.

Today Pune is one of the leading metros in India, with the Film and Television Institute of India and National Defence Academy based here. It is fast becoming one of the major hubs of industry and commerce in the country.

Getting Around

Air: Airport is situated in the Lohagaon area, about 12–km from the city. Indian Airlines and Jet Airways provide regular flights to Pune from Delhi, four flights a week to Chennai and Bangalore, two to three flights daily from Mumbai and to Ahmadabad, Hyderabad and Goa.

Rail: Pune has excellent railway services connecting all major cities. Reservations should be made at the New Reservation Centre next to the station (Monday-Saturday 8.00am-2.00pm & 2.15pm-8.00pm, Sunday 8.00am-2.00pm).

Road: Pune is well connected by road with the all major cities within the state as well as outside the state. Daily private and MSRTC buses ply from Pune to Mumbai (4hrs).

Local Transport: Pune has a very good transport system. There are trains, auto-rickshaws, buses and also private taxis for sightseeing.

City Map of Pune

Essential Attractions in Pune

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum:

Raja Dinkar Kelkar exhibits are the personal collections of sir Dinkar Gangadhar who died in 1990. It holds a one–man collection of around 17000 Indian artifacts collected over 70 years. Thirty–six sections of this museum are used to display antiques, Peshwa and other miniatures, carved palace doors, pottery, a collection of lamps and musical instruments of the Mughal and Maratha periods.

Aga Khan Palace or Gandhi National Memorial:

This fine memorial is set in 6.5 hectares of garden across the river Yerwada. Built by Imam Sultan Muhammad Shah Agakhan 111 in 1892, the palace with its Italian arches is remarkable. In 1969 it was donated to India by Agakhan1V. Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi and other leaders were interned here by the British for nearly two years after Gandhi delivered his Quit India Resolution. An exhibition here details highlights of Gandhi's life and career. The palace ground has spacious lawns.

Shaniwar Wada:

The ruins of these fortress like Palace stands in the old part of the city. It was built by the Peshwas in 1736.

Pataleshwar Cave Temple:

Pataleshwar Cave Temples lies in the heart of the city, at Shivaji Nagar on Jangali Maharaj road. This 8th century rock-cut temple, hewn from a massive single rock, has huge pillars, a Shiva shrine and a Nandi bull. Nearby is the Jangali Maharaj Temple dedicated to a Hindu ascetic.

National Gallery of Modern Art:

In the Sir Cowarji Jahangir public hall is a bright, spacious and modern exhibition stat showcasing a range of changing exhibition by Indian and international artist.

Osho Meditation Resort:

Osho Meditation Resort is situated at the Northern suburb of Pune. Facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, beauty parlour, book shop, cyber cafe and guest house. The Osho Samadhi were the guru’s ashes are kept is also opened for silent or music accompanied meditation.

University Buildings:

The University Buildings of the University of Pune at Ganeshkhind once comprised the official residence of the Governor of Bombay Presidency during the fierce annual monsoons of the coasts. A large building in the Italian Gothic style, it has a 30 m high square tower, a swimming pool and manicured lawns.

Parvati Hill and Temples:

This 17th century Parvathi temple lies on the southern outskirts of the town on a hill top.The Parvati museum houses portraits of heroes of the Peshwa dynasty, besides old manuscripts, weapons and coins. There are also temples of Ganapati and Kartikeya.

Saras Baug:

Sarasbaug is a popular place for evening strolls where people throng every evening, for their share of fresh air among green surroundings. Adjoining Sarasbaug, across a small narrow road is another garden, Peshwa Park. There is a zoo here maintained by the Pune Municipal Corporation housing a variety of beautiful species of wild animals. A toy-train ride, an elephant ride and boating are special attractions. Saras Baug Ganesh temple is also situated in Peshwa Park.

Bund Garden:

und Garden constructed by Sir Jamshedji Jeejeebhoy lies on the right bank of the Mula Mutha river. There is boating facility and a well–designed jogging track. Bund Garden is now known as the Mahatma Gandhi Udyan, the bridge here crosses the river to the Gandhi National Memorial.

Around Sin Pune:

The nearly ruined fort stands on top of a steep hill in 1670, Shivaji’s general Tanaji led a force which scaled the hill side by night and defeated the unprepared forces of Bijapur.

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