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Parvati Hill and Temples.

The Parvati Temple stand atop the parvati hillock for panoramic view of Pune and also visit its 4 famous temples. A steep flight up 108 steps will tkae you to "Nagarkhana " drum house, the imposing temple of Parvati and Devedeveshwar. The parvati temple used to be the private shrine of the Peshwa rulers. On a quiet day, it can be yours. Also take a look at the Parvati museum which houses replicas of ancient paintings, old manuscripts, weapons and coins.

Address: Pune, Maharashtra

Directions: Pune,
Maharashtra State,
India,
Asia.

For those who love trekking - Sinhagad.

History books dont quite prepare you for the awesome "Fortress of the Lion'. It stands at a height of 1290 meters, 25 Kms away from the Pune city. Over 300 years ago, Tanaji, the Maratha warrior, and his army, with the help of ropes and giant lizards, scaled the sheer precipice and silently stormed the Bijapur citadel at midnight, creating History.
The 'samadhi' to Tanaji Malusare stands asa a reminder of the bravery and glorious vitory of Marathas.
On hearing of the passing away of Tanaji, Shivaji is known to have said "we have gained the fort but lost the lion". Whereupon the the fort got its name "Sinha (lion) Gad (fort).
It is a paradise for who love rock climbing and trekking too.

Address: Pune, Maharashtra

Directions: Pune,
Maharashtra State,
India
Asia

Dont miss -Shinde's Chhatri

Among the architectural sights you shouldnt miss is the memorial to the Great Mahadji Shinde. You can see the warrior's painted silver likeness, swathed in a flame coloured turban and an elaborately worked shawl. At his feet are his original puja vessels, used to propitiate his family deity each morning.A painted sign requests you not to open an umbrella within the Chahtri's precincts as it would be insulting to the great warrior's memory.

Address: Pune, Maharashtra

Directions: Pune,
Maharashtra State,
India,
Asia

Visiting SHANIWARWADA

Shaniwarwada was once the palace of the Peshwa rulers. It was myseteriously destroyed by fire in 1827. All that remains is the old fortified wall, a park marked by 18th century lotus pools and elaborate foundation of the original palace; and the Nagarkhanna with it fine wooden pillars and lattice work.

Address: Pune

Directions: Pune ,
State of Maharashtra,
India,
Asia.

Ganesh Festival of Pune

The festival of lord Ganesh, the patron deity of Maharashtra, is the most popular and exciting festival in Pune. This 11 day celebration begins with the installation of the deity who is then worshipped daily till the ommersion on the final day.This was initiated by Lakamany Tilak as a means of uniting people for the freedom struggle.
The Maharashtra Tourism Development corporation (MDTC) organises a special cultutral festival too along in this festival season. 11 days of , classical dance, music, drama, film festivals ,modern and treditional sports, scooter rally , motor car rally and a competition of Dhol- Lezim competion .
It an ideal time to absorb the flavour of Pune.

Address: Pune ,

Directions: Pune ,
The state of Maharahtra
India