Question 1

What are the famous places to see in Pune?

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1. Shaniwar Wada Palace: Dating back to the 18th century, the Shaniwar Wada Palace was a very famous location during the Maratha Empire.The place is a prominent historical landmark and still amazes people with its beautiful architecture and solid foundation. Considered to be a haunted place, The Shaniwar Wada Palace has various stories related to it. If you are into history and are an architectural enthusiast then this place is a must visit for you.Location: Shaniwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411030.Timings: 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM.Price: INR 100 for Indian nationals and INR 125 for foreigners.2. Aga Khan Palace: Exhibiting the brilliance of architecture, the Aga khan Palace is known for its historical significance. Taking over an area of 19 acres, the Aga Khan Palace is now headquarters of the Gandhi national Memorial Society.This was the place where Mahatma Gandhi, his wife, secretary and Sarojini Naidu were kept as prisoners. Since then, this place has been turned into a memorial and is flocked by loads of tourists from all over the world.Location: Pune Nagar Road, Kalyani Nagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411014.Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.Price: INR 5 for Indians and INR 100 for foreigners.3. Osho Ashram: Dedicated to Rajneesh Chander Mohan Jain who was famous among the people as “Osho Rajneesh”, this Ashram is known to offer a hint of the ideologies of Osho.Famous as a meditation and peace Centre, the Osho Ashram has been attracting thousands of people from all over the world. Providing various methods for personal development, creative arts, Sufism and much more, this Ashram is known for setting up various spiritual camps helping people in getting better knowledge of their life.Location: 17, Koregaon Park Road, Vasani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.Timings: 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM.Price: INR 850 for one day and INR 3700 for 5 days visit.4. Dagdusheth Halwai Temple: Flocked by thousands of pilgrims all round the year, the Dagdusheth Halwai temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha.Having various stories related to it, this temple was believed to be built to heal the depression of a woman whose son and husband died in an accident. Since then the temple has been flocked by various celebrities and ministers to pay tribute to the Lord. The idol placed in the temple is made with pure gold and cost around INR 10 million.Location: Ganpati Bhavan, 250, Budhvar Peth, Shivaji Road, Pune, Maharashtra 411002.Timings: 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.5. Vetal Tekdi: Standing at an elevation of 2600 feet, the Vetal Tekdi or the Vetal Hill is located in the heart of Western Ghats. This hill is a very famous location and close to city limits, thus people can readily visit here.Famous among hiking enthusiasts and the ones wishing to enjoy birdwatching, this place is loaded with green fields and lush green trees. On the top of the hill there is a beautiful Vetala Temple from where one can enjoy some of the most splendid views of the low-lying region. From adventure enthusiasts to pilgrims, this location attracts various kinds of people.Location: Pashan, Pune 411038, Maharashtra.6. Lal Mahal: Dating back to 1630 AD, Lal Mahal was built by Shivaji Maharaj’s father for his wife and son. Being such an old monument, the palace still holds similar beauty and charm and has been standing through various natural calamities.The Lal Mahal is open for all now and people can gaze into various relics and other things related to Shivaji Maharaj. Around the palace, there is a small playground which has been converted into a recreational zone for kids.Location: Lal Mahal, Ganesh Rd, Durvankur Society, Kasba Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411002.Timings: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.Price: INR 10 per person.7. NDA - National Defence Academy: Constructed with the famous Jodhpuri red sandstone, the national defence Academy of India will let you guys into the various aspects of training of the Navy and air forces.As you enter its wide gets you will be able to see cadets in action and practising their parades and what not. The academy also has a campus loaded with war relics and a library housing around one lakh printed items related to the wars.Location: NDA Alumni Association, National Defence Academy, PO NDA Khadakwasla, Pune-411023.Timings: Sunday 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.8. Parvati Hill and Temple: Once a private shrine of the Peshwas, the Parvathi hill temple dates back to the 17th century. Built by Balaji Bajirao, this temple makes you climb around 108 steps to finally reach the top of the hill and enjoy the most scenic views of the city.Having an elevation of 2100 feet above sea level, this place lets you enjoy some of the most beautiful sunsets from the top. Being such a beautiful place and having a temple on its top, this place attracts adventure seekers  as well as pilgrims equally.Location: Parvati Hill, Parvati Paytha, Pune, Maharashtra 411009.Timings: 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM.9. Sinhagad Fort: Literally translating into “the Palace of the lions”, the Sinhagad Fort dates back to the year 1671. This footrest stands at an elevation of 1312 m above the sea level and overlooks the beautiful plains and low-lying grasslands.Now turned into ruins, this fort is a very famous sightseeing heritage for the locals as well as tourists. The paintings and the wall carvings dating back to several hundred years can still be seen on its walls. From a temple to a brewery and a military depot, this fort used to have everything of its own.Location: Sinhagad Ghat Road, Thoptewadi, Maharashtra 411025.Timings: 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Price: INR 20 for two wheelers and iNR 40 for four wheelers.10. Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park: Spread over an area of 130 acres, the Rajiv Gandhi zoological Park is a very famous tourist attraction in Pune. Often considered to be a go-to destination for picnics, outings and safaris, this place lets you get close to nature and enjoy a delightful day.The zoo is home to various species of rare birds and animals which can be seen resting in their natural habitat. From tigers to lions and from elephants to deers, this place houses various different species of wildlife.Location: Satara Road, Near Bharati Vidyapeeth, Katraj, Pune, Maharashtra.Timings: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.Price: INR 100 to INR 300.

Question 2

What are the best things to do in Pune?

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1. Experience the in Cafes and Clubs: Bustling with top notch cafes and home to various sizzling places, Pune will let you enjoy the best nightlife. From chilling with your friends to enjoying a delightful dinner with your loved ones, the clubs, restaurants and cafes of Pune will offer you a perfect place to indulge in such activities. From live music to the shining parties, the places like PNL and Mix@36 will make sure that your experience remains delightful and your night remains colourful.Location: Plot No. 36/3-B, 2nd Floor, The Westin Pune, Mundhwa Road, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.Price: INR 2000 to INR 3000 per person.Timings: 8:00 PM to 3:00 AM.2. Visit the Joshi’s Museum of Miniature Railways: Having various types of trains and engines on exhibit, the Joshi‘s Museum of miniature Railways will provide you with a sneak peak into the world of dreams. Being around 22 year old, this museum houses around 150 different miniatures of various trains including steam engines, bullet trains, regular railways and metros.In addition to all this, the Joshi’s Museum can turn out to be the best spot to bring your kids as you can enjoy a guided tour here as well. From clicking various memorable pictures to getting knowledge of Asian greens this place has a lot to offer.Location: 17/1, B/2, Late GA Kulkarni Path, Next to, Kothrud, Pune, Maharashtra 411038.Price: INR 90 per person.Timings: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.3. Climb the 108 steps of Parvati Hill Temple: Either looking for adventure or wishing to visit a 17th century temple, the Parvati Hill will let you enjoy both these activities at same time. Built by Balaji Bajirao, this temple was one of the private shrines of the Peshwas.The hill has an elevation of 2100 feet and once you reach the top you can relish upon some of the most beautiful panoramas of a sunset. The temple on the top is dedicated to Hindu goddess and in the evening you can enjoy a calming session of prayers.Location: Parvati Hill, Parvati Paytha, Pune, Maharashtra 411009.Timings: 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM.4. Seek peace at Osho Ashram: For all the soulless seekers yeah and the ones who wish to spend some time in a blissful surrounding, the Osho Ashram has turned out to be the best location to do so.Providing healing therapies for both your mind and your body, this place is dedicated to helping people in understanding a deeper perspective of their lives. Various meditation opportunities are offered here in which people are taught about personal development, creative arts and much more.Location: 17, Koregaon Park Road, Vasani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.Timings: 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM.Price: INR 850 for one day and INR 3700 for 5 days visit.5. Visit the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park: If wishing to indulge in some adventure and I want to spend some playful time with your loved ones then make sure that you’re planning a picnic or a visit to the Rajiv Gandhi zoological Park.Covering an area of around 130 acres, the spark let’s enjoy a perfect Forest Safari in which you get to gaze at various species of wildlife resting in their natural habitat. In addition to this one can also indulge in birdwatching. Some of the known animals which can be seen here include tigers, lions, elephants, theirs and much more.Location: Satara Road, Near Bharati Vidyapeeth, Katraj, Pune, Maharashtra.Timings: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM.Price: INR 100 to INR 300.6. Shop at Fashion Street and MG Road: If you wish to spend your day shopping for various local items and handicrafts in Pune then the fashion Street and the MG Road are the two most famous locations for shopping.Your shopping spree will become more delightful here because both the locations have various small vendors selling quality items at cheap prices. In addition to this, the markets also have various shops selling copies of high end brands. Once you are done shopping, you can relish upon local snacks from street side vendors.Location: Camp, Pune, Maharashtra.Price: Depends on the items you shop for.Timings: 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.7. Trek to Vetal Tekdi: If wishing to indulge in some adventurous activities and want to gaze into the best of nature at the same time then make sure that you opt for a session of trekking to Vetal Tekdi. Sitting in the western Ghats, the Vetal Tekdi or the Vetal Hills preaches at an elevation of 2600 feet, thus offering a perfect location for trekking.The path to the top is scenic as well as thrilling and you will witness various steep ravines too. Once you reach the top, you will be surrounded by some of the most beautiful panoramas of the whole city.Location: Pashan, Pune 411038, Maharashtra.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Pune?

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The months between October to March are considered to be the best time to enjoy a vacation in Pune. Around this time, the climate remains pleasant with little breeze and the temperature stays between 20 to 28 degree celsius. All these factors make this time the best to indulge in sightseeing tours and other activities.

Question 4

How to reach Pune?

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Pune is well connected to other parts of the country by several state and private roadways. In addition to this, you can also book a train to Pune and reach here in no time. Pune has an international airport as well where flights from all over the world land on a daily basis.

Question 5

What are the best public transport modes to commute around Pune?

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Most of the transportation in Pune is done using local buses. One can easily find a bus from the stops as they ply on a minute basis. In addition to this, if you seek more comfort, you can opt for auto rickshaws, taxis or cab rentals.

Question 6

What is famous in Pune to buy?

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You can shop for ethic slippers, known as Kolhapuri Chappal from the local markets. In addition to this, items like rice flakes chiwda, potato chiwda, cornflakes chiwda and other items are available here at very cheap prices.

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