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Excursions near by Pune can really give an impetus to your touring trips in and
around the city.
The Dehu is a nice place to visit. It is the place where Sant Tukaram lived.
He was a well-known saint of Maharashtra. Widely respected for his religious
tolerance and teachings, he was immensely popular with his disciples. Along
with Sant Dnyaneshwar, he was worshipper of Lord Vitthal. One of the main attractions
of the place is the Palakhi, which takes place in the month of Asadh.
Excursions near by Pune can also include Fort Lohagad in your touring curriculum.
The fort has a history, which dates back 2000 years. The fort is 3400 ft high.
It was emphatically won over by Shivaji Maharaj in the year 1670. The entrance
to this fort is admirable and it is often referred to as the Delhi Gate. There
are also 3 other gates, each following the previous one.
The Karla Caves, built by the Buddhist monks between the 3rd century
and 2nd century, is a fine example of Indian rock cut architechture. Magnificient
to watch, the Karla caves was the dwelling place of the Hinayana Buddhists.
This is a must visit place for your excursions near by Pune.
The Bhaja Caves, situated close to the Karla caves near Lonavala hill
station are, a group of 18 rock cut caves which are as old as 200 B.C. Beautiful
to watch, the place is and ideal refuge from the bustling city life.
The Bedsa Caves are 100 years old and has a myth around it that the
details of the caves were painted on its walls.
The National Defence Academy, established in 1957 is renowned for its
academic excellence and engineering sciences throughout India.
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