Pune Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
metropolis in Maharashtra, India
About Pune
Pune (poo-nneh) has a long history that stretches back nearly 1600 years. Pataleshwar caves (near Jangli Maharaj Road) from the 5th century are evidence of Pune's old settlements. Pune is a gateway to knowledge about the past with opportunities to learn from the help of forts, monuments, museums and higher-learning institutions. From the medieval Maratha history of King Shivaji to a visit to Aga Khan Palace to learn about Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent freedom struggle, there is much to learn here. If the quote "Freedom is my birthright and I shall have it!" sounds interesting, make a visit to the Gayakwadwada museum. If interested in ancient Indian history or Indology, then Deccan College, Bharat Itihas Sanshodhak Mandal, and Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute are places of research and
Top Attractions in Pune
Explore the best things to see and do in Pune:
- ★Aga Khan Palace
- ★Bal Gandharva Ranga Mandir
- ★Blades of Glory Cricket Museum
- ★Chatushrungi Mata Temple
- ★Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple
- ★Darshan Museum
- ★Digvijay Pratishthan Horse Riding Academy
- ★Fergusson College
Where to Eat in Pune
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Asha Dining Hall
- 🍴Badshahi Lodging and Boarding
- 🍴Bapat Upahar Gruha
- 🍴Blue Nile
- 🍴CAD-B Ice-cream Magic
- 🍴Cafe Goodluck
Where to Stay in Pune
- 🏨Alcove Service Apartments
- 🏨Backpackers Hive
- 🏨Corporate Stay
- 🏨Deccan Rendezvous
- 🏨Four Points By Sheraton, Pune
- 🏨Holiday Inn Pune Hinjewadi
Pune Travel Guide Sections
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