1. Aga Khan Palace
The Aga Khan Palace was built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III. The palace was an act of charity by the spiritual leader of the Nizari Ismaili Muslims, who wanted to help the poor in the neighboring areas of Pune, who were drastically hit by famine. The Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building.
Location: Nagar Road, Samrat Ashok Rd, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 25 for Adults
2. Pataleshwar Caves
The Pataleshwar Cave is a 8th century rock-cut Hindu temple from the Rashtrakuta period located in Pune. Dedicated to Shiva, it was a monumental monolithic excavation with a notable circular Nandi mandapa and a large pillared mandapa. It is a temple of three rock-cut cave sanctums, likely dedicated to Brahma-Shiva-Vishnu originally, but currently to Parvati-original Shiva-Ganesha. A garden now surrounds the site, new idols have been placed elsewhere in the complex. The interior of the caves have suffered damage from vandalism. Outside, the monument shows the effects of natural elements over the centuries. The Pataleshwar temple is a protected monument of India and managed by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Location: Kushabhau Jejurikar Rd, Revenue Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
3. Shaniwar Wada
Shaniwar Wada is a historical fortification in the city of Pune. Built in 1732, it was the great seat of the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire until 1818. Following the rise of the Maratha Empire, the palace became the center of Indian politics in the 18th century. The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by an unexplained fire, but the surviving structures are now maintained as a tourist site.
Location: Shaniwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 08:00 AM to 06:30 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 25 for Adults
4. Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir
"Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati is one of the most beloved idols of Lord Ganesha in Pune. It has a long and illustrious history of 127 years. Devotees from India and all corners of the world come to seek blessings at the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple. There are a multitude of festivals celebrated and countless devotees welcomed at the Temple throughout the year.
Location: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Rd, Mehunpura, Budhwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
5. Parvati Hill / Temple
Parvati Hill is a hillock in Pune. The hillock rises to 2,100 feet (640 m) above sea level. Atop the hillock is the Parvati Temple, one of the most scenic locations in Pune. The temple is the oldest heritage structure in Pune and was built during the rule of the Peshwa dynasty. Parvati hill is also an observation point that offers a panoramic view of Pune. It is the second highest point in Pune (after Vetal Hill). The hill has 108 steps (considered a holy number in Hinduism) leading to the top of the hill where the temple is situated. The Devi temple was believed to be of Taware's kulswami whose angara was able to cure a leg ailment of Kashibai, mother of Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao.
Location: Parvati Paytha, Pune
Timings: 08:00 AM to 07:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
6. Chaturshringi Temple
The Chaturshringi Temple is a Hindu temple in the city of Pune. The temple is located on the slope of a hill on Senapati Bapat Road. It is said to have been built during the reign of the Maratha kingdom of Peshwas. Chaturshringi (Chattu means four) is a mountain with four peaks. The Chaturshringi temple is 90 feet (27 m) high and 125 feet (38 m) wide and is a symbol of power and faith. One has to climb more than 170 steps to reach the shrine of Goddess Chaturshringi.
Location: Seva Samiti Building, Senapati Bapat Rd, Chaturshringi, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
7. Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden (Japanese Garden)
Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden or Pu La Deshpande Udyan is one of the largest gardens in Pune. The garden was inspired by the 300-year-old KÅraku-en Garden in Okayama, so it is also called the Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden. The garden has naturally flowing water from a canal, and this flow has been spread across the garden. Visitors can see colorful fish from on top of a small bridge in the center of garden.
Location: Sinhagad Rd, Dattawadi, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 06:30 AM to 10:30 AM & 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 5 for Adults
8. Singhad Fort
Sinhagad is an ancient hill fortress located at around 49 km southwest of the city of Pune, India. Previously known as Kondhana, the fort had been the site of many battles, most notably the Battle of Sinhagad in 1670. It is located in the Pune district in Maharashtra.
Location: Sinhagad Ghat Rd, Thoptewadi, Maharashtra
Timings: 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
9. Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park & Snake Park
The Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, commonly known as the Rajiv Gandhi Zoo or Katraj Zoo, is located in Katraj, Pune district. It is managed by the Pune Municipal Corporation. The 130-acre (53 ha) zoo is divided into three parts: an animal orphanage, a snake park, and a zoo, and includes the 42-acre Katraj Lake.
Location: Pune - Satara Rd, opp. Katraj Dairy, Katraj, Pune, Maharashtra
Timings: 09:30 AM to 05:30 PM (Closed on Wednesday)
Entry Fee: Rs. 40 for Adults
10. "Blades of Glory" Cricket Museum
Rohan Pate, a former U-19 Maharashtra cricket player, founded Blades of Glory Cricket Museum in Pune. Sachin Tendulkar formally inaugurated Blades of glory in 2012. The museum has over 30,000 cricket items, and more than 450 International Players have visited the place.
Location: Govind Gaurav Apartments, Sahakar Nagar 2, Tulshibagwale Colony, Parvati Paytha, Pune
Timings: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Entry Fee: Rs. 300 for Adults
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