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This is Sadashiv Peth

This is Sadashiv Peth
I begin with a confession- I was inspired to write this based on a photo shared by my friend Adwait Gokhale on Facebook. The photo was of King Leonidis from 300, against a backdrop from one of the most famous places in Sadashiv Peth- Umbrya Ganapati Chauk, with the quote “This is Sadashiv Peth!”...
February 25th, 2013 | Places, Your voice | Read More

Blades of glory

Even though hockey is the national game, Cricket is worshipped in India. Whenever there is a cricket match, people in every household are glued to their television. All chores are postponed for a later day. The roads are deserted and it’s as if the world comes to a complete stand still. Twenty-five-year-old...
May 7th, 2012 | Landmarks | Read More

Pune Race Course

A day at the race course is packed with a lot of fun activities. The racing programme is planned in such a way that everyone will have something to enjoy other than just cheering a winner. The variety entertainment programmes, life style events, contest of skills, bumper prizes and other add-ons...
March 12th, 2012 | Landmarks | Read More

Pataleshwar – The Cave Temple

Each city has a unique treasure that is yet to be explored. Even though we reside in a city for years, there are times that we still haven’t been able to visit all the places the city is famous for. One such is the Pataleshwar cave temple. It is included in the Pune Darshan tour as one of the...
January 30th, 2012 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar

The Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar is located in the serene cantonment area of Pune. It’s so peaceful there, that one might feel that they are away from the noisy city life. On entering the Gurudwara, one would hear the formal Punjabi greeting ‘Sat Sri Akaal’. Irrespective of the caste that you...
January 23rd, 2012 | Landmarks | Read More

Ambedkar museum: A tribute to the legend

Located on Senapati Bapat road, Ambedkar museum was set up in the memory of the legendry freedom fighter and writer of constitution of free India, Babasaheb Ambedkar. The museum showcases the different stages of his life right from his birth to death. Inaugurated in 1996, the belongings of Babasaheb...
October 3rd, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More

National Film Archive: A treasure trove of Indian cinema

One of the largest archives of Asia, National Film Archive safeguards the rich heritage of Indian cinema. Established in 1964 as a media unit of the ministry of information and broadcasting, the archive went to become a big success in treasuring the classic movies. A popular place among film lovers,...
September 19th, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More

Lal Mahal: Historical landmark of Pune

Pune has an amalgamation of historical landmarks and Lal Mahal is just one of them. Located in the proximity of Shaniwar wada, the palace was a significant part of the Maratha era. Made up of red bricks, it is aptly called Lal Mahal, meaning Red palace. A peep into the past The palace was built...
September 12th, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More

Tilak museum: Unfolding Bal Gangadhar Tilak’s life

Tilak museum is one of the greatest landmarks and major attractions of Pune. The museum is a dedication to social reformer, independence fighter and a nationalist teacher Bal Gangadhar Tilak. A treasure house of all things that belonged to Tilak, the place gives you the glimpse of his work during...
August 22nd, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More

Joggers Park – The hotspot for fitness freaks

Gone are the days when parks served as a den for love birds or a shady haven for tired travellers. Today, these parks have gained a new image and importance in the eyes of Punekars. Over the past few years, gardens have become one of the best and economical places to carry out the exercise routine. The...
February 28th, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More
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