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It occupied an important place during the Maratha Empire between 1674 and 1881. Hence, it homes numerous forts and wadas highlighting typical Maratha architecture. [1] Forts are one of the main attractions including Lohagad and Visapur Forts. It also has rich cultural and spiritual history with many temples and ashrams spread across the city.
The road to this hill passes through the Shivaji Maratha College campus with a picturesque mountain path, with sharp turns. Near the entrance of the forest is a temple to the hill's namesake Taljai mata; a Hindu goddess. The reserve attracts migratory birds and is home to peacocks. The location is therefore popular with amateur bird watchers ...
The science centre forms the main part of the complex. It houses a Fun Science Gallery which shows science exhibits. The centre is divided into 7 core areas that are: [2] ...
Pune Tribal Museum is located in the city of Pune, Maharashtra, India.The Museum was established in the year 1962 as an extension of Tribal Research and Training Institute, Pune, [1] started display in year 1965 and exhibits the culture of the Maharashtrian tribes.
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Katraj is famous for its Peshwa-era (18th century) lake that supplied water to the city during that period. [1] [2] The village lies at the foot of the Katraj Ghat or mountain pass on the main National Highway 4 connecting Pune with places south of the city, such as Kolhapur and Bangalore. In recent decades area surrounding the lake and the ...
The Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, commonly known as the Rajiv Gandhi Zoo or Katraj Zoo, [3] is located in Katraj, Pune district, Maharashtra State, India. It is managed by the Pune Municipal Corporation. The 130-acre (53 ha) zoo is divided into three parts: an animal orphanage, a snake park and a zoo and includes the 42-acre (17 ha) Katraj Lake.
Shaniwar Wada is a historical fortification in the city of Pune, India.Built in 1732, [1] it was the seat of the Peshwas of the Maratha Confederacy until 1818. The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by an unexplained fire, but the surviving structures are now maintained as a tourist site.