Sinhagad or Kondana is a pride of the southwestern region of Pune. This fort was the one to support Maharashtra during the ancient battles. Sinhagad battle of 1671 is the significant one. Bhuleshwar range of the great Sahyadris is the home to this historical monument.
The fortress has an elevation of around 1312 m above the sea level. Sinhagad has got its own breakneck slopes to protect it from all sides.
Location: Sinhagad fort is located at Sinhagad Ghat Road, in the Thoptewadi region of Maharashtra (411025).
Opening Hours: Sinhagad fortress is open for a visit for all 365 days of the year. You can step in anytime between 05:00 am in the morning and get down by 06:00 pm in the evening.
Entry Fee: There are no entry fees if you are planning to climb your way up to the Sinhagad summit. However, if you are planning to bring in your private vehicle, you need to pay a sum of 20 INR per two-wheeler and 50 INR per four-wheeler to reach the topmost position of this Sinhagad fortress.
Located in Pune district, this place is known for the birth of Maratha King Chattrapati Shivaji. It was one of the most important forts during the Maratha rule. With seven huge doors and strong walls, the fort was constructed in such a way that it can protect Shivaji.
Location: Junnar, Pune
Timings: 24 hours
Entry Fee: INR 5 per adult and
INR 1 per child
One of the finest historical creations of the country, The Aga Khan Palace is one of the top places to visit in Pune. It was established in the year 1892 by Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III. The primary reason for its establishment was to help the needy people in the nearby places of the palace during the famine. In 1942, Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, and his secretary Mahadev Desai along with the Sarojini Naidu was imprisoned at Aga Khan Palace following the Quit India movement.
Location: Kalyani Nagar, Pune
Timings: 9 AM-5: 30 PM
Entry Fee: INR 5 per adult,
2 per child and 100 per foreigner
This is one of the favorite places in Pune which is visited by people who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing place to spend their time. The wide collection of flowers and plants including various landscapes, beautiful ambiance, etc. makes the place simply beautiful to visit.
Most of the people prefer visiting the place in the evening to get rid of all the tiredness of the entire day. you would surely love the ambiance of the place.
Location: Sinhagad Road, Pune
Timings: 6 AM-10:30 AM, 4 PM-8 PM
Entry Fee: INR 5 per person
Built in 1732, Shaniwar Wada Palace is another historical building which attracts many Pune sightseeing travelers. Earlier it was under the control of Peshwas of Maratha Empire till 1818 and later lost it to the Britishers. The most highlighted part of this place is its Mughal architectural design which also features the Maratha artistic styles.
There is a famous door of this palace which is 21 feet tall and known as Delhi Darwaza. Due to an unexplained fire, the palace was destroyed in 1827, but the remaining part of the palace was maintained for sightseeing for the tourists. Despite the myth that this Palace is haunted, it remains one of the famous places of Pune.
Location: Shaniwar Wada Palace, Pune
Timings: 8 AM-6 PM
Entry Fee: INR 5 per Indian, 125 per foreigner