Pune Holiday

Pune is a dynamic and vibrant city located in the western Indian state of Maharastra. This second largest city is said to be the cultural capital of Marathi speaking Maharastrains. The city is also a significant milestone in the history of India as it gave birth to several legendary freedom struggle heroes. It is a modern city with a fine blend of old values and modernity. Today the city has established itself as an Industrial hub.

Major Attractions in Pune
National Defence Academy – Famous as NDA, this training centres for the future defense officers is a must sees of Pune. The Academy is located in Khadakwasala, which is 17 kms away from the main city of Pune. NDA is the only Academy of its kind where training for all the three forces are provided. Seeing the cadets taking training amidst the lush green environment offers a unique experience to the tourists.
Raja Kelkar Museum – This museum was started by Baba Dinkar Kelkar in 1962. The museum houses around 20,000 different articles amassed by Kelkar from Mughal and Maratha period. However the major attraction of the museum is the various kinds of musical instruments that have been kept here. The museum remains opens throughout the week.

Shaniwar Wada – The Shaniwar Wada is the 18th century palace of the Peshwas. The palace's foundation was laid by Baji Rao I. The palace was burnt down in a fire but the remains of this wonderful palace still amuses every visitor with its royal feel. The walls of the palace are painted with scenes from Ramayana and Mahabharata. There is also a sixteen petal lotus – shaped fountain that attracts the tourists from all over the world to Pune.

Aga Khan Palace – The Aga Khan Palace is a must visit destination when in Pune. The palace houses a famous Gandhi National Museum. Gandhiji along with his wife Kasturba were interned at this palace after the Quit India Movement where Kasturba died. Her samadhi(grave) lies near the palace. In the museum one can find the letters, pictures and other records telling the tale of the Father of the Nation.

Dining
If not on a hunger strike try not on missing the various tempting restaurants of Pune. Though there are many lets check on some of the finest ones:

• Chung Fa Chinese Restaurant
• Red Pepper Restaurant
• Basuri Veg Restaurant
• Kwality Restaurant
• Sher -e- Punjab
• Nandini Veg Restaurant
• Caravan Veg Restaurant
• Sahara Veg Dining Hall

Accommodation
There are a number of fine hotels in Pune catering to the needs and requirements of the visitors. Some of them are:

• Sun N' Sand
• Le Meridien
• Taj Blue Diamond
• Best Western The Pride Hotel
• Aurora Towers
• The Sagar Plaza Hotel

Shopping
Pune has a lot to offer from branded stuffs to traditional handicrafts to the shoppaholics it's just that you need to have an eye for it. The major shopping areas are:

• Laxmi Road
• M.G.Road
• Dhole Patil Road
• Koregaon Road
• Fergusson College Roads

How To Reach
By Air : There is an Airport in the Lohagaon area which is about 12 km fro the city of Pune. Regular flights to Pune from Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore is provided by Indian Airlines and Jet Airways. Mumbai is the nearest International Airport to Pune.

By Rail : Pune boasts of excellent railway services connecting all major cities.

By Road : The city of Pune is linked well by roads with all the major cities within as well as outside the state.