Light a candle this X’mas at Pune’s oldest Catholic Churches

With Christmas just few days away, we at the Punekar take you on a spiritual journey to five of the most prominent and oldest catholic churches in Pune. In fact, if you turn back the pages of history you would know that the roots of these churches mentioned, dates back prior to the advent of British...

December 24th, 2010 | Historical places | Read More

Conserving the Puneri culture – Museums of Pune

Pune has a rich cultural heritage which has been preserved through several museums in the city. These museums let us peep into the past that has been held graciously by them for several years. We at the Punekar list out some of the eminent museums in Pune. Tribal Museum Set up especially for the...

November 17th, 2010 | Historical places | Read More

Mandai Ganpati – A wish fulfilling deity

Mandai Ganpati may not be among the five Manache or honoured Ganpatis of Pune but it certainly has his own aura and significance. A replica of the idol that is situated in ‘Shri Shetra Tulajapur’, this deity is seated with his wife Goddess Sharada Mata. Established more than a century back,...

September 13th, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Kasba Ganpati – Pune’s first temple of honour

To understand the true essence of the Ganeshotsav in Pune, a visit to the five ‘manache Ganpati’ or temples of honour is a must.

September 3rd, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Momentous Shinde Chhatri

Shinde’s Chhatri is a historical monument which is a tribute to the great warrior Mahadji Shinde. This popular tourist attraction is located in Wanowrie, and is considered as a perfect example of ‘Vastushastra.’

July 12th, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Tribal Museum – An insight in the life of tribes

Located next to Don Bosco Youth Center, Tribal Museum has been set up especially for the tribal community and attracts numerous tourists across the world. At the entrance of the museum there is a beautiful traditional Warli painting that beckons you into the exotic world of rich Maharashtrian tribal...

April 5th, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Take a divine halt at Chaturshringi Temple

Chaturshringi temple is one of those popular temples situated in Senapati Bapat Road with a historic tale to narrate.

March 3rd, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Historical Mahatma Phule Market (Mandai)

The decade year old market has been existent since the British era. Popular for selling fresh fruits and vegetables Mahatma Phule market is always buzzing with activities. The gothic structure of this Market which also goes by the name Mandai, is considered to be one of the best architectures of...

February 22nd, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Alandi –Pune’s Sacred pride

Alandi has been a popular pilgrim spot not only for Puneites but also for visitors across the country. Located on the banks of river Indrayani, Alandi is considered a holy spot as it houses the Samadhi and past residence of Sant Dnyaneshwar a revered saint of Maharashtra also renowned for his Marathi...

February 2nd, 2010 | Historical places, Places | Read More

Ashtavinayaka Temple: Shri Girijatmaj, Lenyadri

The Ashtavinayaka temple at Lenyadri is situated on a mountain on the north-west bank of the River Kukadi. Among all the Ashtavinakayas, this is the only one situated atop a mountain in a Buddhist cave.

September 29th, 2009 | Historical places | Read More

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