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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN PUNE:

Shaniwar Wada: 
The Shaniwar Wada was built around 1736, and was the palace of the Peshwas. The palace was burnt in a fire, but the walls and some parts of the interior are still intact.

Pataleshwar Temple: 
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It dates back to the Rashtrakoota dynasty and is more than 900 years old. The complete temple is carved in stone and has over 40 pillars.

Aga Khan Palace (Gandhi National Memorial): 
Aga Khan was the 49th Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. It was at Aga Khan palace that the British interned Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi d uring the 1942 Quit India Movement. After Kasturba's death in this palace, a memorial was erected here in her memory.

Sinhagad Fort: 
This historic fort is located about 25 km from Pune city. It was considered impregnable, and was won by Tanaji Malusare, Shivaji's General in a daring military operation. Translated literally, ‘Sinhagad' means ‘fortress of lions'

Parvati: 
Parvati (pronounced Per-va-ti) is a hillock in the city that is famous for the temple of Parvati (consort of Lord Shiva). It was the private property of the Peshwes. The Parvati museum houses memorabilia of the Peshwes. It is also the final resting place of Nana Saheb Peshwe. Parvati offers a panoramic view of Pune city.

Raja Kelkar Museum: 
The Raja Kelkar Museum is the odyssey of one man's passion for Indian artifacts. It is a collection of over 20,000 artifacts of Indian origin – collected painstakingly by Padmashree Dr. D. G. Kelkar.

Vishrambaug Wada: 
Vishrambaug Wada is a 3 storeyed, 260 ft long and 815 ft broad mansion house located near Tulsi Baug. ‘Vishram’ in Marathi means taking rest, ‘baug’ means garden and ‘wada’ means a mansion. Thus, the name signifies a pleasant resting place. It is known for its beautiful entrance and balcony with carved woodwork typical of the Peshwa period. The Peshwes were the Prime Ministers of Pune.