Pune

'Queen of Deccan' Pune is adorned with significant religious and historical places. The city boasts immense scenic charm and rich natural resources. Majestic landmarks, religious places, colorful busy streets, vibrant lifestyle of local people paints the beauty of this beautiful place. Pune also houses an important military base and a famous IT hub in the country.
Popular Tourist Attractions in/ around Pune

Aga Khan Palace
Flanked with beautiful arches, gracious building with salons, spacious suits and lush lawns, Aga Khan Palace is one of the prime highlight of the city. The magnificent Palace had witnessed the political clash that occurred during Quit India Movement in 1942.

Highlights:Stunning architecture comprising of beautiful arches and spacious lawns.



Empress Garden
Situated near the Pune Race Course, the Empress Garden is spread in an area of 59 acres. The gardens is mostly in form of botanical park that houses numerous varieties of fruit bearing trees. Colorful flower-laden trees adds charm to the place and make it an ideal picnic spot for picnickers. Wildlife enthusiasts can delight themselves by visiting a small zoo, built within the garden premises.

Highlights:Various flora species and a zoo.

Vishram Baug Wada
Vishram Baug Wada is a three storey palace built by Bajirao Peshwa, 300 years back. Exquisite architecture displays the artistic flavor of Peshwa rulers. The entrance is surrounded by a balcony that enhances the beauty of this significant monument. Finely carved wood work of the balcony is worth praising. The monument has been turned into museum at present.

Highlights:Exquisite architecture measuring 78 ft wide and 66 m long.

Mahatma Phule
Mahatma Phule Museum was built in 1890 by the name of 'Lord Ray Museum'. Later, after independence, it was renamed as Mahatma Phule Museum. The museum showcases unique collection of industrial products, agriculture equipments, handicraft items, body samples of several animal species.

Highlights:Amazing collection of industrial products, agriculture equipments, handicraft items, body samples of several animal species

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is situated in Shukawar Peth on Bajirao Road, managed by the Department of Archaeological. The museum treasures unique collection of Mughal artifacts like instruments, lamps , paintings etc, rare collection of nutcrackers, Ganapati's guns, pottery and many more.

Highlights:Museum houses unique collection of 2500 items.

Katraj Snake Park
Situated at a distance of 8 km from the city, Katraj Snake Park was established in 1986. It is a haven to several types of snakes, birds turtles and many more.

Highlights:Houses more than 160 species of snakes.

Tribal Museum
Tribal Museum provides an insight to the living style and culture of tribal people residing in Maharashtra. It displays a amazing collection of pictures and artifacts, which belong to the tribal community.

Highlights:Collection of items belonging to tribal people of an area, a kaleidoscope to vibrant culture and living style of tribal people.

Popular Excursions from Pune
Pune has number of excursions that are of great tourist interest. Bheja caves is one of the fascinating site, dating back to 2nd century. Another place of interest is Bhimashankar temple, which is believed to be residing place of Lord Shiva. The 13th century Bhuleshwar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Karla Caves, built in 2nd century provides a glimpse of golden period of Buddhism in India. People who love trekking can visit the Sinhagad Fort, which is situated at an altitude of 700 m. The beautiful surroundings makes the fort an ideal place for enjoying picnic

Popular Shopping Items/Shopping Centres in Pune
Shopping in Pune is a great experience. The city is a paradise for all shoppers, catering people of all age. Laxmi Road is one of the busiest street selling wide range of designer jewelery and sarees. Shoppers can hang around the M.G. Road, which is a perfect place to window shopping. Shops at Dhole Patil road, Koregaon Park and Fergusson College roads are well equipped with variety of items from branded goods to the traditional handicrafts. If your budget is low and want to buy many things, shop at Chor Bazaar where you can get commodities at reasonable price. Shopping at Fashion street and Honkong lane is an interesting experience.

Pune Travel Information

Closest Airport:

• Pune International Airport

Closest Railway Station:

• Pune Railway Station
• Shivajinagar Railway Station

Road Link:

• National Highway 4
• National Highway 9
• National Highway 50

Local Transport in Pune
Local buses is one of the most preferred means of local transport within the city. Buses runs in every part of the city and is cheap and comfortable. There are a large number of metered auto rickshaws plying on the roads of Pune. Yellow and Black taxis can be hired to travel to different parts of the city.