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Online tourism guide for Pune

  • Writer: Tanaya Kulkarni
    Tanaya Kulkarni
  • Oct 31, 2021
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 1, 2021



  1. Vishrambaug Wada

A fine mansion situated at central Pune's Thorale Bajirao Road, was the luxurious residence of Peshwa Bajirao II, the last Peshwa of Maratha confederacy, in early nineteenth century. Address: 619, RB Kumthekar Rd, Perugate, Sadashiv Peth, Pune




2. Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

It is a collection about 22,000 priceless artifacts which mirror the everyday life of India. The Museum contains variety of every day artefacts, which includes artefacts like Lamps, Palanquins, Carved Woodwork, Tin ware, Combs, Bowls, Stones, Hookahs, Locks, Spittoons, Musical Instruments, Miniature Paintings, Glass Paintings, lime containers, Intricately Carved Wooden Doors and Windows, Ancient Dwellings, Nut-cutters, etc.

The Mastani Mahal rebuild in the premises of this Museum depicts the story of love between Bajirao Peshwa I and his beloved Mastani. It is a must visit for art and history enthusiasts.

Address: No. 1377/78, Kamal Kunj, Bajirao Rd, Natu Baag, Shukrawar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411002



3. ARAI Hill

Arai Hill also known as Vetal Tekdi is the highest point in the city of Pune, from here you can see the horizon and the cityscape. You can watch plenty of rare birds in their natural habitats, jog, meditate and more.

Address: GRC7+RGR, Rambaug Colony, Kothrud, Pune



4. Baner Hill

Baner Hill is a hill that separates two suburbs of Pashan and Baner in the city of Pune. There is a temple located in the northern foot of the hill. It is a very popular place for hiking in Baner.


5. Khadakwasla Dam

Khadakwasla Dam is a dam on the Mutha River 21 km from the centre of the city of Pune in Maharashtra, India. The dam created a reservoir known as Khadakwasla Lake which is the main source of water for Pune and its suburbs.

It is a major tourist attraction and a popular weekend picnic spot.The Khadakwasla Dam Pune can be covered on the way to/from Sinhagad Fort.




6. Sinhagad Fort

Sinhagad, ealier known as ‘Kondhana’ is the most prominent and popular fort in Pune.It is located at village Donaje, taluka-Haveli. Tanaji Malusare-Chh. Shivaji’s trsusted and brave general,fought a battle here all alone with the Mughal army. It is the perfect spot for trekking enthusiasts. It is a memorial for 17th-century emperors and has a temple of the goddess Kali.




7. Panshet Dam

Panshet Dam, also called Tanajisagar Dam, is a dam on the Ambi river, a tributary of the Mutha River, about 50 km southwest of the city of Pune. Panshet Dam is one of the most popular and picturesque getaway from the city.



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