5 Days in Pune: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Delights

Urvashi Sethi

18 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Pune, as we uncover the city's rich history and indulge in its authentic delights. From ancient palaces and temples to beautiful gardens and forts, Pune has it all. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

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Day 1Unveiling the Magnificence of Aga Khan Palace and Wagheshwar Temple

$ 1

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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25 - 30 min

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Elaborate temple carved out of black basalt with a colorful gopuram tower, overlooking a lake.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 2Immerse in Nature's Splendor at Empress Botanical Garden, Seek Blessings at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir, and Explore the Historic Shaniwar Wada

$ 1

Sprawling botanical garden specializing in regional plants, with rare trees, flowers & a kids' area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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19 - 23 min

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Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Day 3Discover Spiritual Serenity at Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple and Mahasadhu Shree Moraya Gosavi Maharaj Sanjivan Samadhi Mandir

$ 1

Hillside Hindu temple known for its steep entrance steps, vibrant facade & landscaped gardens.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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32 - 39 min

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Mahasadhu Shree Moraya Gosavi Maharaj Sanjivan Samadhi Mandir

Stone-carved temple with life-sized animal statues, flower-bedecked altars & colorful towers.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 4Unearth the Mysteries of Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Experience Tranquility at Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden, and Seek Divine Blessings at ISKCON NVCC Pune

$ 2

8th century cave temple carved from basalt rock, with square pillars & ornate carvings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Japanese garden set on 10 acres with paths & wooden pergolas, plus fish ponds & a kids' play area.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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29 - 35 min

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Opulent temple devoted to Radha Krishna featuring a golden dome & chandeliers, plus a veranda.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Day 5Embark on a Wildlife Adventure at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park and Conquer the Majestic Sinhagad Fort

$ 1

This large zoo with a lake & greenery has a snake park with many reptiles & an animal rescue center.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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80 - 96 min

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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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Budget breakdown: $29 In total

Activities & Food:$24

Transport:$5