Pune- Queen Of Deccan Is A Charming City Where History, Leisure And Business Come Together…….
Pune is an eighth largest metropolitan city in India and second largest in Maharashtra. It is situated at an elevation of 560 metres above sea level at confluence of Mula and Mutha rivers. Famous Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaja who was a warrior and founder of Maratha Empire founded this Pune City. Pune is a hub many educational institutes, banks and major industries such as IT, automotive, sugar and forging companies. It is also dotted with many historical monuments that add to splendour and grandeur of the city.
Since cultural and glorious history roots 1600 years back have got some marvellous historical structures built by Peshwas. Manmade structures, awesome scenic beauty, natural springs, lakes and beautiful hills make Pune tourism a must to visit. Given below are some of most adored tourist places in Pune-Shaniwar Wada- is one of famous picturesque site of Pune which was built by Peshwa Bajirao 1 in 1736. It was a palace of Peshwas which was later captured by the British. In year 1828 this fort got destroyed by an unexplained and unexpected fire, but structures of this fort still remain to a popular tourist attraction.
Aga Khan Palace- one of most popular places to visit in Pune, it was a home of Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi during the time of Quit India movement. This palace stands high in remembrance to the history of India’s freedom. It was built by Sultan Mohammad Shah, Aga khan III. A memorial was erected at this place in name of Kasturba Gandhi, who spent her last days and died over here.
Other than these there are many other famous Pune tourist places such as Osho Ashram, Bund Garden, Shinde Chhatri, Parvati Hill Temple, Singhad Fort (Fortress of the Lion), Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and more. Thus in a nutshell Pune has got endless number places to visit.
Other than this, you can have a rich nightlife in this glorious city in various nightclubs such as Club Polaris, where you can enjoy drinks and dance. Shopping in Pune will definitely give you a pleasurable experience; here you can buy fancy products and traditional handicrafts at reasonable prices from its major shopping areas such as Karve Road, Dhole Patil road, M.G.road. You can visit these places around Pune that will surely make your vacation a wonderful holiday.
From a trendy and friendly nightclub to a gourmet restaurant you will get to see each and every thing over here. Here you will get first class accommodation facilities that include luxurious, lavish, convenient and budget friendly lodgings. Hotels in Pune such as hotel alankar, hotel dreamland, hotel Milan lodge, hotel Parkview and more present you with all latest and modern amenities. Beautifully designed Pune Hotels always make sure that your stay is delightful and pleased.
Thus if you are planning out for a vacations, the Pune is perfect holiday destination.