The Aga Khan's Palace: This Palace boasts of
Italianate arches, a gracious building having salons
and suites and spacious lawns . The place has a historical
landmark. During the 1942 Quit India Movement the
Britishers interned Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba
Gandhi here. Later a memorial was erected here in
the memory of Kasturba Gandhi who died in this palace.
Appu Ghar: Indira Gandhi Udyan situated at
Pradhikaran, Nigdi on Pune-Bombay highway. It is a
play park and a mini Disney Land full of wheels, merry-go-round
and swings. Both adults and the children enjoy the
rides and the fun alike. Reaching there is no problem
as there are direct bus service from the Pune station.
Bund Garden: This garden is also known as the
Mahatma Gandhi Udhayan. It was built by Sir Jamshedji
Jeejeebhoy, on the right bank of the Mula-Mutha to
provide the poor with water during summer. Main attraction
here is the evening boat rides, horse rides etc. The
garden is famous for Bhel-Puri and Pani-Puri. It is
situated on the Airport road and very close to the
Camp area.
Film and Television Institute of India: The
FTII is situated on a sprawling campus midst much
greenery on the Law College Road. It is a premier
institute that imparts training in all branches of
the film industry and is known for having produced
some of the finest professionals in the Audio- Visual
media, most of whom have won accolades abroad. So
if you have star in your eyes, FTII is a must.
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum: The museum is housed
in a Rajasthani styled building situated close to
the hustle and bustle of busy Bajirao Road of Pune.
It holds a one man collection of the most fascinating
Indian articrafts that you would have ever seen. 'Mastani
Mahal' which was brought and erected as it was from
it's original form is a masterpiece amongst it's other
exhibits. It has 36 sections which include carved
palace and temple doors, 2,000 year old pottery, traditional
Indian lamps and 17th century paintings.
National Defence Academy: This is a Defence
Academy that imparts basic training to officers, cadets
of all the three branches of the Defence Services
for Commission in the Army, Navy and Air-Force. It
is situated at Khadakvasla 17 kms From Pune.
Osho Commune: Pune has become a international
tourist spot because of the Osho Commune International.
Spread over 31 acres of flush green surroundings,
is the meditation resort to people from over 60-70
different countries. The Osho Commune offers over
100 different meditation techniques to all the participants.
It has become a must-visit to all the tourists over
the world who are on a spiritual journey.
Parvati Hill and Temples: Standing atop this
hillock you get a vertical glimpse of Pune. A steep
flight of 108 narrow steps lead to the hill top temple
built by Balaji Baji Rao. 'Nagarkjana' drum house
is the imposing temple of Parvati and Devdeveshwar.
This was once the private shrine of the Peshwas. It
is also the final resting place of Nana Saheb Peshwa.
The Parvati museum houses portraits of Peshwas, old
manuscripts, coins etc.
Pashan Lake: This lake is situated 12 Kms off
the road to N.D.A. It is an Orinthologists delight,
as it is the favourite haunt of a number of migratory
and residential birds. For birdwatching head towards
this little lake.
Pataleshwar Caves: This 8th century rock cut
temple is hidden in the heart of the city in the midst
of modern high rise structures and developments, at
Shivajinagar. Reminiscent of Ellora, the temple has
been carved out of a single boulder of awe inspiring
size which includes massive pillars, a Shiva shrine
and a Nandi bull. the temple is used by worshippers
even today.
Shaniwar Wada:This imposing palace was built
by the successors of Shivaji, the Peshwas in 1736.
A massive fire destroyed the building in 1827. Most
of the palace interiors also got destroyed and all
that remains is the old fortified wall. But of course
the impressive brass studded gates and lotus pools
have also withstood the ravages of time. This Palace
situated in the heart of the city near to Deccan Gymkhana,
Shivajinagar, and Laxmi Road, has become the symbol
of the culture of Pune. It is place to charm you and
take you through the memory pages of history.
Sinhagad fort: Sinhagad fort stands 25 Kms
from Pune, formerly known as Kondhana, once being
the most impregnable fort in western India. It's literal
translation is the "Fortress of the Lion".
The fort has changed hands many times from Mohammed
Tughlak in 1340 A.D., to the British in 1918 A.D.
Legends says, 300 years ago Shivaji's Gen. Tanaji
Malusare scaled this sheer precipice with ropes and
giant lizards. He was killed in the battle and a memorial
exists. It is an ideal place for a day long picnic
and site seeing. The main attraction is climbing the
fort on foot.
University Of Pune: The site of Pune University,
stately mansions at Ganeshkhind built in Italian-Gothic
style, was the official residence of the Governor
of Mumbai during the monsoon season. The 300 mt high
tower beckons to all these who come here in the pursuit
of higher education. It is one of the oldest universities
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