CAVES

Karla and Bhaja
About 50-60 km away from Pune, these rock-cut Buddhist caves date back to first and second century B.C. These caves consist of several Viharas (dwelling caves) and Chaityas (chapels) of the Buddhist monks.

FORTS

Lohagad and Visapur
52 km away from Pune, atop an impressive hill, these majestic forts were built in the eighteenth century. They are separated by a 1 km ridge and are ideal for trekking.

Shivneri
94.5 km away from Pune, is the magnificent Shivneri fort where Shivaji was born. One of the interesting features of this fort is a mosque with two minarets, which are joined by a graceful arch.

Sinhagad
Named after the lion-hearted general of Shivaji- Tanaji Malusare, this awesome Fortress of the Lion stands at a height of 1290 m, 25 km away from the city. Over 300 years ago, Tanaji, the Maratha warrior, and his army, with the help of ropes and giant lizards (ghorpuds), scaled the sheer precipice and silently stormed the Bijapur citadel at midnight, creating history.

The 'samadhi' to Tanaji Malusare stands as a reminder of the bravery and glorious victory of the Marathas. On hearing of the passing away of Tanaji, Shivaji is believed to have said "We have gained the fort but lost the lion". Whereupon the fort got its name 'Sinha (lion) gad (fort)'.

TEMPLES

Dehu - Alandi
Dehu was the birthplace of the greatest Marathi Saint of the seventh century- Tukaram. It is situated on the banks of the river Indrayani. Another pilgrim center, 22 km away from Pune is Alandi, where the 'Samadhi' of the famous saint-poet Dnyaneshwar is situated.

Bhimashankar
122 km from Pune, is the elaborately carved Shiva temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of the country. A fair is held here annually during Mahashivratri.

Jejuri
Jejuri is known for the famous temple of 'Khandoba' and Hindus attend an annual fair held here in large numbers.

Water Sport Complex, Panshet
Recently developed by MTDC; Panshet water-sports complex offers sheer fun and enjoyment to the visitor. Speedboats, water scooters, kayaking, windsurfing.. . the resort are packed with various thrilling water-sports.

Jalaram Temple
It is the famous temple of the Gujarathis and close to the Alandi temples. It is 20 km from Pune.