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1 Travel Guide - page 1 Famous For : City hunger pangs, don t hesitate in making your way to the famous Koregaon Park, which is C mm This Pdf and its contents are copyright 2013,ixigo.com, all rights reserved. ixigo logo, the character and all other marks displayed herein are registered and/or common law trademarks of ixigo.com and/or third parties. Bustling and commercial, leafy and slow, cosmopolitan and vintage, Pune effortlessly adds up to more than the sum of its parts. It is a city where history often asserts itself, but with a careless lightness. Celebrated as Maharashtra's cultural capital, Pune houses a plethora of educational institutes, museums and hill forts. Besides being a cultural and educational hub, the city has ample attractions to satiate most visitors. Pune, with its glorious Maratha history and Osho connection, a host of sightseeing attractions, pleasant weather, and a largely dynamic crowd of students and young professionals, proves wonderful for a vacation. The list of not to be missed attractions is infinite here but a couple of most interesting hot spots are the Pataleshwar Rock-cut temple and the Sinhagad Fort. The temple is dedicated to martyred Maratha heroes, while the fort is well for a grand Maratha triumph over Mughal invaders. Best famous for its its Osho slippers, Shrewsbury biscuits, and world-class educational institutes, the city of Pune is no less than a foodie s paradise with an array of dining options to choose from. Some not to miss restaurants are Exotica, Mi-a-Mi, Cafe Mangii and Marrakesh which offer a complete dining experience to the guests. However, if you ever face dilemma about where to head for satiating your like a one-stop solution for all your dining needs. Lastly, this is the city where Shivaji spent his childhood. This was the capital of the Maratha confederacy at the height of its power the Peshwas Pune. This is where the British defeated the Marathas in 1817, making it their monsoon capital ( Pune being drier than Mumbai), laying grounds for the graceful cantonment of today. This is where Lokmanya Tilak brought out his newspaper and where the British imprisoned Mahatma Gandhi for two years. When To VISIT Jan Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen C 4.0mm Feb C C mm Mar Apr C mm May C C mm Jun C mm Jul mm Aug mm Sep mm Oct C mm

2 Travel Guide - Nov 30.5 C mm Dec Cold weather. Carry Heavy woollen mm What To SEE 2 5 Sights 1 Sadhu Vaswani and takes you through his entire life cycle. The show is an artistic treat and a technological masterpiece at the same time. It implements Pepper's Ghost technology for creating real 3D effects where the set is real but the actors are merely projections of light. You can also treat yourself to a large spectrum of artwork that is housed at the museum. If you want to indulge yourself in some visual treats, Darshan Museum is the place to be. Darshan Museum Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati page 2 Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati, 250, Budhvar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra , India Located in close proximity to Shani Wada Fort, it is a must visit if you want to experience architectural splendour and seek some divine intervention as well. Devoted to Lord Ganesha, the temple comes alive during the 10-day Ganesh Mahotsav festival that is celebrated with much zest and grandeur here. Devotees from all across Maharashtra visit this temple during the festival and pay their respects to Lord. The temple was built by Dagadusheth Halwai in the year He was a sweet mart seller who went on to become a wealthy businessman and since he was an ardent devotee of Lord Ganesha, he took a great interest in building this beautiful temple. 3 No vehicles are allowed and the only way is walking. You need to keep some important tips-don t start your journey between 11 am to 4 pm unless the weather is pleasant as you will be exhausted due to excessive heat. However, you can have some Nimbu Pani and Buttermilk on your way that are sold by the local vendors. Neelkantheshwar Temple The best time to start for Neelkantheshwar temple is either before 11 am or post 4 pm as evenings are quite pleasant. If you start at 4 pm, you will be able to reach there within 1 hour and 30 minutes. Spend some time there and enjoy the mesmerising views as the sun settles down for the day. Sadhu Vaswani Mission, 10 Sadhu Vaswani Path, Near G.P.O and Pune Railway Station, Pune, Maharashtra , India Ever thought that a museum could have a light and sound show? Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? Well, we bring to you Darshan Museum, which offers exactly what we just mentioned above. Coming back to the show, the 100 minute saga illustrates the life of Perched on a beautiful hillock, Neelkantheshwar temple in Pune calls for a wonderful weekend getaway. You will be spellbound by the sweeping views as soon as you reach the hilltop. Get ready for a 45 minutes steep climb for reaching the famous Shiva Temple. Road Number 1, Kondhur, Maharashtra , India 4 Ohel David Synagogue

3 Travel Guide - Dr. Ambedkar Road Moledina Road (Opposite Nehru Memorial Hall), Gawaliwada Camp, Pune, Maharashtra , India Popularly known as Red Temple or Lal Deval, Ohel David Synagogue in Pune boasts of an interesting blend of architectural wonder and divinity. You can t help but admire the design and the interesting use of colours- it has been built in neo-gothic style with red brick and stone and has a unique feel attached to it. History tells us that the place was built by Late David Sassoon in the year Mainly dedicated to the Jewish Community, the Synagogue is a popular tourist attraction in the city. 5 page 3 the corridors of the museum, we are sure you will feel connected to these communities. Where To Eat to unwind and enjoy some moments of relaxation over delectable food and foot tapping live music. Its time to pamper yourself with arguably the best in town! 2 If you are interested in having a look at a rare collection of exquisite tribal jewellery, then head straight to the Tribal Cultural Museum. Showcasing a collection from the secluded parts of the country, the museum can be termed as a treasure trove for the stunning tribal jewellery. Even though there is a wide collection of jewellery from every part of India, a special focus is laid on the Gondhavana and Sahyadri regions from Maharashtra. The collection here boasts of some amazing artefacts and pictures of the tribal community. As you will walk through Favola 5 Places 1 Mi-a-Mi Tribal Cultural Museum Tribal Research & Training Institute, Pune 28, Queen s Garden, Pune, Maharashtra , India Chingari Road,Near BJS College, Wagholi., Pune, Maharashtra , India Pune Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre, Senapati Bapat Marg, Senapati Bapat Road, Pune, Maharashtra, , India 3 Le Meridien, 10th Floor, Raja Bahadur Mill Road,Near Pune Railway Station,Camp Le Meridien, Lobby Level, Raja Bahadur Mill Road,Near Pune Railway Station,Camp Vaishnavi garden restaurant 5 Seasonal Tastes Eating out at this upscale and swanky restaurant is a lifetime experience. Dining at Mi-a-Mi (it is located at the Marriott) is a celebration where every moment is filled with fabulous food, sparkling spirits, interesting decor and an impeccable client service. The urban lounge is a perfect place Gadewasti, Bhagwant Chowk, Bakori The Westin Hotel, 36/3 B, Annexe, Mundhwa Road, Ghorpadi,Near ABC

4 Travel Guide - page 4 Farms,Koregaon Park By Karen AnandDecorIt was a while since I stepped into Seasonal Tastes at the Westin. It started off a couple of years ago with a bang and soon became the smartest all day dining / five star coffee shop in town. The lovely fresh blue and white decor then paled somewhat while other five stars emerged on the Pune scene.foodi am happy to comment that Seasonal Tastes is back on top with a mind boggling variety ofrnbreakfast offerings which range from the healthy to the internationally spectacular and to all time Indian regional favourites. The Westin internationally prides itself on its 'wellness' options in all aspects of the hotel. The food is no exception. I love the idea of customised breakfast options. The Westin breakfast sets are largely western with combos of cereals, fruit and pastries. The Japanese one with teriyaki salmon, tofu and Japanese omlette sounds intriguing and the Asian one with Vietnamese chicken noodle soup (pho ga), dim sum and congee, downright tempting. All this in Pune? Wait, there's more Indian combos...healthy combos with fruit and vegetable juices (my carrot and ginger was spot on), oatmeal and banana brule, cereals with fruit, home-made muesli and granola it's all so well thought out and leaves no breakfast stone unturned.along with all the cuisines and options, you have the regular buffet which is by no means 'regular' by any stretch of the culinary imagination - muffins, pastries, cold cuts, cheeses, sandwiches, salads, fruit and juices, eggs to order and appams, dosa and idli freshly made, a whole bunch of really well executed north and south Indian favourites, fried rice and noodles. The dinner buffet has also changed to include focus on a singular international cuisine daily. And the prices for this quality of food and service are as unbelievable. Buffet breakfast is under 700 including tax and combos range from 250 to 550 which includes tea and coffee. The newish Bubblicious Sunday brunch where you can wander around and eat from any or all of the Westin's restaurants all afternoon, is arnstaggering 999 only!plus and MinusThey should advertise their staggering reasonable rates. Plenty of pluses on all fronts.must TryAppam with egg poached on it and vegetable stew; pancakes and maple syrup; congee and condiments; tadka idli and podis; freshly squeezed vegetable juices.pics\: Nilesh Kulkarni Features: Sunday Brunch Buffet TV / Big Screen Group Friendly Fine Dining Air Conditioned Parking Available Private Parties Non Vegetarian Crowd: Couples Families Working Professionals

5 Travel Guide - page 5 Quick LOCATE See A: Darshan Museum B: Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati C: Neelkantheshwar Temple D: Ohel David Synagogue E: Tribal Cultural Museum Accommodation F: Oakwood Residence Naylor Road Pune G: Hyatt Regency Pune H: Hotel Sapna I: Oakwood Residence Naylor Road Pune J: Hyatt Regency Pune K: Hotel Sapna L: Oakwood Residence Naylor Road Pune M: Hyatt Regency Pune N: Hotel Sapna Food O: Mi-a-Mi P: Chingari Q: Vaishnavi garden restaurant R: Favola S: Seasonal Tastes