1. Shaniwarwada
Shaniwarwada is an 18th century fortification in the city of Pune in Maharashtra, India. It is built in 1732. It was the seat of the Peshwa rulers of the Maratha Empire until 1818, when the Peshwas lost control to the East India Company after the Third Anglo-Maratha War. Following the rise of the Maratha Empire, the palace becomes the center of India politics in the 18th century. The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by an unexplained fire, but the existing structures are now maintained as a tourist site. Peshwa Baji Rao, prime minister to Chattrapati Shahu, laid the ceremonial foundation of his own residence on Saturday, January 10, 1730. It was named Shaniwarwada from the Marathi words Shaniwar (Saturday) and Wada (Residence). Shaniwarwada was completed in 1732, at a total cost of Rs. 16,110, a very large sum at the time. It is located near the Mula-Mutha River, in Kasba Peth. It is an ions and speeches by public figures. Ticket rate is only Rs. 5/- per head.
2. Pune
Municipal Corporation Building
The Poona city municipality started implementation in 1858 and began to serve uptown Poona 1884 onwards. The municipal affairs of Pune are managed by PMC that established on 15th February 1950. The statue of social reformer Mahatma Jyotirao Phule in front of the PMC building accentuates his contribution to the society. Mahatma Phule and his wife Savitribai Phule started the first school for girls in India. As a mark of respect to Savitribai’s life and work, the University of Pune was renamed as Savitribai Phule Pune University in 2014.
3. Vishrambaug
Wada
This wada was built in 1807 as the well-appointed residence of Peshwa Bajirao II. Miniature models of renowned tradition sites of Pune have been conserved inside the Vishrambaug Wada. The Entrance and the balcony carved with wood work makes it one of the most attractive sites of Pune. The heritage walk organized by Janwani ends with a fascinating cultural performance along with Marathi refreshments and Pune Kasba, the artisan’s corner. It is a way to generate employment for artists working hard to protect the rich culture. The evening comes to an end with three performances Lavani, Bharud and Powada.
4.
Ghorpade Ghat
Ghorpade Ghat is
located on the Mutha River is one of the oldest ghat of Pune. The miscellany of
a tiny shiva temple is found here which was washed away by massive floods. In
1961, a massive flood destroyed most of the bridges and water rushed into the
old peths and along karve road and Deccan Gymkhana. Even today, one can witness
the impact of the disaster left on the city at Ghorpade Ghat.
5. Kasba
Ganapati Mandir
The temple was
raised by Jijabai (Mother of Maratha king Shivaji) in 1636. The temple has two
gabharas. The exterior bricks as well the inside floral designs bear a stamp of
Peshwa Era. The Mandir remains the center of attraction during the ten days of
Ganapati Festival. Pune is also known as the city of Lord Ganesh and witnessed
the cultural development.
Earlier known as Reay Market, it is one of the largest vegetable markets in Pune. It was renamed as Mahatma Phule Market in 1938. The British government built it in 1885 and made it a centralized place for all the vegetable sellers. The building was built in then popular neo-gothic style. It has a very unique octagonal structure with a central tower.
6. Fani
Ali Talim
It is a traditional
place which was used for wrestling and body building. Wrestling is called Kusti
in Marathi, has a long tradition in Maharashtra. Fani ( means a comb) Aali
(means a Lane) Talim is one of the
oldest Talims in Pune.
7. Mujumdar
Wada
It is one of the
wadas from the Peshwa period which has stayed whole. It is built by Sardar
Abasahed Mujumdar. The wada is well preserved and is connected to Katraj Lake
through and aqueduct. This 18th century architecture has been
preserved and is a treasure trove of music, holding manuscripts of 35,000
bandishen, ghazals, tappas and thumris in 175 ragas. The wada has 3 chowks, water
well and around 25 rooms. Currently Mujumdar’s 10th generation stays
here.
8. Lal
Mahal
Lal Mahal was
established in the year 1630 AD by Shivaji’s father Shahaji Bhosale. It was
built for Shahaji’s wife Jijabai and son Shivaji, where Shivaji spent almost 10
years of his childhood here. The Palace was prone to attacks by various enemies
of Shivaji and as a result the original Palace in the same place and it was
done by PMC. The reconstructed palace depicts the life of Shivaji Maharaj
during the days when he had to face tremendous attacks from many rulers.
9. Nana
Wada
It was built in
1780 by Nana Phadnavis, Peshwa’s chief executive and accounting officer.
Currently, the wada is under restoration process but one can find the wooden
ceiling, arches, cypress-shaped pillars, motifs of banana-flower here. Nana
Phadnavis built this Wada for himself and it is located to the south of
Shaniwar Wada. One of the most remarkable forms of governance at that point of
time included the Diwankhana or the hall of audience. It is still intact in
this Wada and was built in the then popular kalamdan style.
10. Mahatma
Phule Mandai
Earlier known as Reay Market, it is one of the largest vegetable markets in Pune. It was renamed as Mahatma Phule Market in 1938. The British government built it in 1885 and made it a centralized place for all the vegetable sellers. The building was built in then popular neo-gothic style. It has a very unique octagonal structure with a central tower.
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