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A Day in Pune: Exploring History and Indulging in Delicious Food

Thapan Sajeev

30 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Pune, Maharashtra, India. Discover ancient Buddhist caves, majestic forts, and iconic temples. Treat your taste buds to mouthwatering meals at Food Mall, Hotel Agatya, and Barbeque Nation. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Pune at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir and Shaniwar Wada. End your day with a visit to the magnificent Aga Khan Palace. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Pune

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$178

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$ 15

Food Mall

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Bhaja Buddhist Caves

22 landmark rock-cut caves featuring old carvings & a large shrine, dating to the 2nd century BCE.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

162 - 195 min

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Sinhagad Fort

Historic hilltop fort with a memorial for 17th-century emperors, plus a temple to the goddess Kali.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

85 - 102 min

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Directions

Hotel Agatya

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir

Hindu temple popular with pilgrims, with marble interiors & a golden Ganesh idol.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Shaniwar Wada

Peshwa palace fort built in the 1740s, with a main gate big enough to let elephants pass through.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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$20

28 - 34 min

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Barbeque Nation

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$50

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Aga Khan Palace

Palace built in 19th century by Aga Khan & the site of Gandhi's 2-year imprisonment in 1940s.

10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$178

Transport:$15