Pune International Airport 56 min
Pashan Lake (15 min.) Migratory birds a nature trail & a bamboo plantation are amongst the highlights of this lake. Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden (35 min.) Japanese garden set on 10 acres with paths & wooden pergolas plus fish ponds & a kids play area. Pataleshwar Temple (31 min.) Dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva this compact rock-cut cave temple dates to the 8th century. Khadakwasla Dam (43 min.) The reservoir created by this dam offers recreation opportunities views picnicking & a snack shop. Vishrambaug Wada (38 min.) History Aga Khan Palace (46 min.) Palace built in 19th century by Aga Khan & the site of Gandhi s 2-year imprisonment in 1940s. Parvati Hill (48 min.) Leafy 640m mount with stairs leading to a summit with panoramic views several temples & a museum. Raja Dinkar Kelkar Musuem (40 min.) Museum housing one man s varied collection of 20 000 Indian artifacts ranging from toys to artwork. Vetal Tekdi (36 min.) Landmark 2 600 ft.-high hill & forest reserve with hiking birdwatching & a panoramic temple. Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir (35 min.) Hindu temple popular with pilgrims with marble interiors & 7.5-ft Ganesh idol in gold. Appu Ghar (21 min.) Enduring amusement park with water slides go-karts & traditional rides like bumper cars. Chattushringi Mandir (26 min.) Hillside Hindu temple known for its steep entrance steps vibrant facade & landscaped gardens. Lal Mahal (34 min.) Modern reconstruction of the Red Palace home of legendary 17th-century warrior king Shivaji. Kasarsai Dam (31 min) Scenic dam & lake with waterside picnic areas boat excursions dining & a simple hotel. |