Sightseeing
Most of the attractions in Pune may not have been very famous,
but that should not deter the tourists from visiting them.
They have their own qualities that can be experienced only
after seeing them. Most of the attractions are related to
the Marathas, who at one point of time controlled much of
the north and western India and challenged the might of
Mughal Empire as well as that of British.
Here one can have a look at the remnants of foundations
and outer walls of multi-story Shaniwar Wada that
was burnt down in 1827. Pataleshwar Cave Temple is
a welcome respite from the general bustle and crowds at
most of the other temples. Raja Denkar Kelkar Museum
is one place in Pune that should never be missed as the
more than 17,000 art objects exhibited here are the example
of how curiosity of a single man can create wonders. There
are some more interesting sites in Pune like Saras Baug,
Kasturba Samadhi, and Film and Television Institute
of India that one should visit.
Excursions
In the Maratha Kingdom, Pune was the centre of power and
all the places around this city reflect the might and glory
of Marathas. Sinhagad, a hilltop fort, is the epitome
of the bravery and cleverness of Maratha warriors. Raigad
Fort was the place closely associated with the life
and times of Shivaji, an icon of Maratha pride. Bhimashankar
is a place known as much for its religious importance as
for its natural surroundings. Jejuri has one of the
most important temples in Maharashtra situated on a hilltop.
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