Tourist Places in Pune
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Pune is the eighth largest metropolis. Located in the Indian state of Maharashtra, this city is famous for the heroic life and history of the great Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Many tourist places present here connect you with the history of this place. We will provide similar information to you.
History Of Pune
Pune is the second largest and major city in the Indian state of Maharashtra. From the very beginning, Pune remained a stronghold for the rule of various rulers. The Rashtrakutas ruled here first in 758, then came the rule of the Yadav dynasty, after which the Mughals ruled Pune till the middle of the 17th century. Pune became most famous because of the Maratha ruler Shivaji. Shivji spent his childhood in 'Lal Mahal' in Pune which was built by his father Shah ji. Shiva's mother Jijabai lived in this palace for a decade. After Shivaji's death in 1680, Aurangzeb changed the name of Pune to Muhiyabad. After this, the second Peshwa Thoral (senior) Bajirao ruled Pune from 1720 to 1740, during which time Pune again gained importance. Pune flourished under the rule of Nanasaheb Peshwa from 1740 to 1761. Many complexes and temples were built which brought glory to the city of Pune. The Marathas ruled Pune till 1818 and developed from it. Today Pune is the 8th most famous city in India.
Shaniwar Wada Palace
In the Maratha Empire, Peshwa Bajirao built Shaniwar Wada in 1732. In Marathi, Shaniwar Wada means Saturday and Wada means teak. The Maratha War took place when the Marathas lost control to the East India Company, then it was built by the Marathas. There are many incidents and accidents related to Shaniwar Wada. Shaniwar Wada has five gates:- 1. Delhi Darwaza (This is the main gate of the complex which is facing north. 2. Mastani Darwaza (Bajirao's wife Mastani used this door to go outside the palace. It is facing north.) 3. Khidki Darwaza (window gate) (facing east) 4. Ganesh Darwaza (This door was used by women to go to the nearby Kasba Ganesh temple, it is towards the south-east.) 5. Jambhul Darwaza or Narayan Darwaza (Bajirao used this door to enter and leave the fort). The popularity of Shaniwar Wada is such that it has also been depicted in many films like Bajirao Mastani, Panipat etc.
Aga khan Palace
Sultan Mohammad Shah Aga Khan II built the Aga Khan Palace in 1892. This building is spread over 19 acres, in which the building has been constructed in 7 acres. It took five years to build this palace. It is located in Yerawada, Pune. Till 1956 this building remained the palace of Aga Khan. In 1969, Aga Khan IV (who was the grandson of Aga Khan II) donated it to the Government of India. Mahatma Gandhi, Kasturba Gandhi and their associates were kept in this palace. Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai died during their imprisonment in this palace. A part of this palace is dedicated to both of them. In the true sense, this palace is seen as a Gandhi memorial.
Dagdusheth Halwai Temple
Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Temple is an ancient Ganapati temple located in Pune. This temple is a famous temple of Maharashtra. Every year many devotees come here to have darshan of Ganapati. Big celebrities of India also get the pleasure of visiting here every year during Ganeshotsav. The construction of the temple is so beautiful that along with the idol of Ganesh, one cannot lose sight of the other proceedings of the temple. The Ganesh idol is 2.2 meters tall and is adorned with about 40 kg of gold. During the Ganesh festival, the appearance of the temple attracts more. Shrimant Dagdusheth Trust looks after the Dagdusheth temple. In 2017, 125 years of this temple were completed. This proves its antiquity.
Osho Ashram
Osho Ashram in Koregaon, Pune was established by Rajneesh Osho. Here the ideologies of Osho are brought to the people. A unique combination of nature and modernity is found here. Bamboo cottages, marble paths, waterfalls, greenery, cool air attracts visitors inside the ashram. Along with yoga, methods of contemplation and meditation are also taught in the ashram. According to Osho, how to live life is taught in this ashram. A dress code also applies within the ashram. It is mandatory for those coming here to wear a dress of maroon and white.
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
Dinkar Kelkar Museum established in Pune Maharashtra (1896-1990). It has a collection of objects of Dr. Dinkar Kelkar dedicated to the memory of his only son, Raja. Its exterior structure is reminiscent of the golden age of the whole era. It took him about 40 years to collect the objects and he handed over his collection to the Archaeological Department. Ancient copper utensils, sculptures, swords of the brave Peshwa Empire, clothes and many other interesting antiquities will be found here.
Shivneri Fort
Situated on a high hill, this Shivneri fort is situated near Junnar village in Pune district of Maharashtra. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born in this Shivneri Fort. Shivaji's father, Shahaji Bijapur, was a general in the army of Sultan Adil Shah, worried about the continuing war, Shahji sent her husband Jijabai to this safe fort. Shivji's childhood also passed in this palace. Inside this citadel was a temple of Mata Shivai Devi, after whom Shiva was named. The main attraction of this fort is an idol inside it which is of Shivaji along with his mother Jijabai. To enter this fort one has to cross seven gates. The high walls of the fort and the location on the mountain show that more emphasis was given on the security of this fort. There is also a pond inside the fort which is called Badami Talab. Many idols of Jijabai and Bal Shiva are situated near this pond. The beauty of this fort associated with the life of Shiva is made on sight.
Lal Mehal
The Lal Mahal, located near Shaniwar Wada in Pune, is a 16th-century historical site. Because of the innumerable attacks the castle has had important stories to tell. It was first built by Shivaji Maharaj's father Shahaji Bhonsle in the 1630s for his family to live in. Due to the damage to the building, it is not much as it was before, but it makes us salivate to think about its immensity.
Shinde Chhatri
Shinde Chhatri is located in the famous Venwada of Pune. It was built in the memory of 18th century Mahadji Shinde who served as the chief of Maratha army under the Peshwas from 1760 to 1780. Inside it is a Shiva temple which was built by Mahadji himself. Mahadji Shinde's samadhi was built near the same temple in 1965. It is one of the important landmarks of the city and commemorates the rule of the Maratha Empire.
National Defense Academy
The National Defense Academy is located at Khadakwasla near Pune in Maharashtra. It is a joint service academy of the Indian Armed Forces. Here cadets from all the three services - Army, Navy and Air Force - are trained together before going to their respective service academies. Admission to the academy can be done only after passing the written examination of UPSC, only after that further action is taken. The NDA campus is located 17 km south-west of Pune city, north-west of Khadakwasla Lake. It is spread over 8,022 acres of land donated by the Bombay State Government. The place on the bank of the river has been chosen for this. The campus of this academy is wonderful and spacious.
Parvati Hill Pune
Parvati hill is the most beautiful place in Pune. There is a Parvati temple on the top of the mountain. This temple is the oldest site of Pune which was constructed during the rule of Peshwa dynasty. This place is very popular among tourists as the whole of Pune can be seen from the top of the hill. There are 103 steps on this hill which lead to the temple. This hill was earlier owned by a person named Tawde from whom the Peshwa bought this hill and built a temple on it.
Bund Garden
The Boond Garden is a very beautiful and well-maintained garden in the city of Pune. It is also known as Mahatma Gandhi Industry. This drop garden is popular amongst morning walkers and garden lovers. The beauty of the drop garden attracts the attention of many people. Tree plants are also well taken care of here. Be it children or the elderly, this garden attracts people of all ages.
Tulsi Baug
The heart of any place is its market, similarly the heart of Tulshibaug Pune is the popular market located in Pune. It is situated in the middle of the city. All the things related to Marathi culture will be easily found in this market. Also you will get everything that you would have imagined. This market situated in front of Vishrambug is famous and famous. The place is known for both a busy market and an ancient temple. Tulshibaug has complete facilities for shopping as well as eating.
Mulshi Lake
The Mulshi Lake and the dam are surrounded by the Sahyadri Mountains. The view here will be pleasing to the nature lovers. It is the perfect place to spend time with the whole family.
Katraj Snake Park
Located in Katraj near Pune city, Rajiv Gandhi Zoo is a grand zoo house which is spread over an area of 130 acres. It is divided into three parts: the Central Zoo, an animal orphanage and the most famous Katraj Snake Park. This snake park is part of the Rajiv Gandhi zoological industry. It is located just opposite Katraj Dairy on Satara Rod, Pune. Katraj Snake Park is the most visited and liked. This park was created in 1986. The park is home to more than 22 species of snakes. All this includes a 13-foot-long king cobra. This amazing collection has attracted tourists over the years. The view here during the Snake Festival is amazing.
Khadakwasla dam Pune
Khadwasla Dam is a famous tourist spot in Pune. It is built on the Mutha River. It supplies water to Pune and its suburban areas. The Khadakwasla Dam is spread over a distance of about 1.6 km from the Mutha River. This dam is 31 meters long and is built on top of the hard rock of Mutha River. This work of engineering often attracts students and people as well. Its proximity to Pune city and beauty makes the dam a favorite picnic spot.
Flavours of Pune
Best Time To Visit Pune
Pune is the cultural city of Maharashtra. It is a city situated on the banks of river Mutha, so there is a lot of humus and heat during summers. Yes, it is a different fun to see the colorful sky during the rain. But the best time to visit Pune is from October to February when the weather here is calm and pleasant. December is the festival season here, which is famous for the Sawai Gandharva Festival. This festival attracts all the classical music lovers of the country.
How To Reach Pune
Reaching Pune is quite easy. Pune has its own national airport which is connected to all the cities. The railway station of Pune is also connected to the whole of India. Also there is complete facility of buses from nearby cities of Pune like Surat, Maharashtra, Ahmedabad.
How To Reach Pune By Flight
Pune city has its own airport which is at a distance of about 10-11 kilometers from the main city and is responsible for both domestic and international flights. There are direct flights to Pune from all the major cities of India.
How To Reach Pune By Road
Pune is well connected by highway to Mumbai. Pune is only 150 km away from Mumbai. You can also take direct buses from Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Nashik, Udaipur and Indore. Tickets for these buses are easily available both online and offline. You can also book a cab services from Vapi to Pune by All India Tour & Taxi.
How to reach pune by train
Pune Junction is easily accessible by train as it is well connected to major cities. There are many direct trains to Pune from cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore.
