Pune is often disregarded as a city when compared to Mumbai. Yes, Mumbai is more hip, happening and busy but on the other hand, Pune is just as peaceful, quite and serene. With a very rich history blended with the right amount of contemporariness, Pune can be considered a vacationer's hub. One can do a lot in Pune. A few examples of the same are as given below:
1. Visit the Aga Khan palace:
Made in 1892 by Sultan Aga Khan III, this elegant building was expected to be a source of employment for the starvation struck villagers in the encompassing ranges. During the third world war, however, this was used as a space for the imprisonment of freedom fighters including Mahatma Gandhi Ji. Today, a beautiful museum built inside the palace encapsulates Gandhi's life along with the history of the freedom struggle in the form of pictures and other important documents.
2. Paragliding:
Pune is a beautiful city with an extremely gorgeous countryside. For those who wish to explore it from a different angle and are thrill or adventure enthusiasts, paragliding in Pune is the best. It is an exhilarating experience and lets you see this city in a way you never thought possible. A paragliding school called Temple Pilot offers courses that range from single flights to beginner courses. This thrill deserves a try.
3. Experience the amazing nightlife:
With multiple options for a perfect night-out with music, dancing and booze, Pune is definitely matching up to its neighbor Mumbai. A lot of pubs, bars and restaurants that provide the ultimate dining and partying experience is what makes Pune the new hub for the youth of this generation. Not just this, it is also a lot more budget-friendly than most of their neighbours. If you're looking for the best night of your life, head to Pune now!
4. Visit Shaniwar Wada:
This palace situated is situated in the older part of Pune. This place was made famous because of the Hindi movie 'Bajirao Mastani' and is a residing place of the Peshwas (prime ministers), Shaniwar Wada is the epitome of the rich heritage of Pune. Destroyed by a fire in the last 1800s, this palace was pieced together and is now open to the general public. There are sound and light shows in Marathi, for those who don't understand the language, just the sight of it compensates for it.
5. Stay in the ideal hotel:
There are numerous hotels in Pune and a budget friendly one is the way to go. Since, Pune's transportation system is not very Mumbai-like it is hence advisable to opt for hotels near Pune railway station.
Martin Wynn
