Heritage · 1732 · Old City
Shaniwar Wada: visitor guide
The fortified seat of the Peshwas, completed in 1732.
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Things to do in Pune — forts, palaces and misal
Peshwa palaces and 8th-century caves in the city, Maratha hill forts on the skyline and some of Maharashtra’s best food in between.
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Things to do: questions
How far is Pune from Mumbai and how to travel?
Pune is about 150 km from Mumbai. The Mumbai–Pune Expressway takes roughly 3 hours by road, though traffic varies. Express trains like the Deccan Queen run between the cities in about 3 to 3.5 hours.
What is Pune known for historically?
Pune was the seat of the Maratha Peshwas in the 18th century. Shaniwar Wada was their palace, built from 1730. The Aga Khan Palace held Mahatma Gandhi during the Quit India movement. Sinhagad fort is linked to Tanaji Malusare's 1670 battle.
Which forts can be visited near Pune?
Sinhagad is about 35 km south-west, a 1 to 1.5 hour drive. Rajgad, Torna, Lohagad and Visapur are also popular. Karla and Bhaja Buddhist caves lie near Lonavala. Monsoon trails are slippery; check local advisories before visiting.
What is the Pune Metro and where does it go?
The Pune Metro has two lines: the Purple Line runs from PCMC through Shivajinagar to Swargate, and the Aqua Line runs from Vanaz through Deccan Gymkhana and Pune Railway Station to Ramwadi. Further lines are under construction; check the current network.
What food is Pune famous for?
Pune is known for misal pav, vada pav, bakarwadi, mastani (a thick milkshake with ice cream), Puneri thali, and Shrewsbury biscuits from Camp bakeries. Irani cafés are also part of the local food culture. No specific restaurants are named here.
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