Archive for the ‘Landmarks’ Category

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 make...
March 12th, 2012 | Landmarks | 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 belong...
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 in 1643...
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 the...
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

Making a difference: Queen Mary’s Technical Institute

Apart from a handful of people, how many of us take time to think about those brave men who guard us at the border line, only to ensure that terror stays miles away from us. They face the bullets and high explosives just to put up a tough fight against their enemies, so that they don’t reach us. Many...
January 26th, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More

Pune Marathi Granthalaya – A conserve of Marathi literature

If Marathi literature is what you are looking at, Pune Marathi Granthalaya is where you should head.  It is a library, especially catering to the needs of regional readers. Established in 1911, the project was inspired from noted Marathi writer Mr. N.C Kelkar.  This year, the institution will celebrate...
January 25th, 2011 | Landmarks | Read More
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