Tourist Attractions in Pune

It is said that history and commerce of a place plays a vital role in its image and mould. That Pune is the cultural capital of Maharashtra can be attributed to its rich history, which has seen stalwarts like Chhatrapati Shivaji and Lokmanya Tilak. The charm of Pune lies in its forts, caves and temples. You also have the choice to undertake trekking trips to the surrounding hills and hillocks. Some of the sights here have great relevance in the history of Marathas.

Some of the prime tourist attractions in Pune include the hills and forts around it. Interesting historical sights can be seen within short distances from the city. For sightseeing in Pune you can visit the grand palaces of which the Shaniarwada is of prime importance. The Shaniwarwada in Pune was originally built as residence of the Peshwas. The foundation of the mansion was laid by Baji Rao I and several additions were made later to the original plan. The 7-storied magnificent structure was gutted by fire and now the remains comprise five gateways and nine bastions that enclosed the palace. The Saras Baug in Pune is a temple housing the idol of Shree Siddhivinayak. This sacred ground attracts millions of visitors from in and around the city. It has seen visits by many dignitaries and luminaries. The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum in Pune has 20,000 different articles, all personally collected by Baba Kelkar from all over the world. The Aga Khan's Palace in Pune was built by Imam Sultan Muhammed Shah Agakhan III in 1892. This exquisite and expansive piece of structure will not fail to awe you. There are numerous other tourist attractions in Pune including Vikram Bagh , Mahatma Phule Museum , Bund Garden , and hundreds other parks, palaces, museums and temples.