Pune is recognized as one of the leading cities in India. The Film and Television Institute of India and National Defense Academy are located here. Pune is fast becoming one of the major centers of industry and commerce in the country. Pune is also a major tourist destination of the state. The city is famous for its monuments and museum .
Interesting spots of Pune
The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) :
A premier institute, FTII imparts training in all major branches of film training, making and is known to have produced some of the finest film professionals of the country.
University Buildings:
The site of the Pune University, the stately mansion at Ganeshkhind, was the official residence of the Governor of Mumbai during the monsoon season. A large building in Italian-Gothic style built with the local grey trap rock, it is surrounded by a high square tower (30 metres high), a swimming pool and well kept lawns.
Yoga Institute:
The ‘Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute’ directed by Mr B K S Iyengar is an internationally reputed Yoga institution. Courses for short and long durations are conducted here, depending on individual requirements and the availability of time.
Sinhagad:
Sinhagad it is also known an the “Lion Fort” is located at a distance of 25 kms from the Pune city. The fort is associated with Shivaji’s general Tanaji Malasure who died during the battle to occupy the fort for Shivaji. The history behind the name of this fort Sinhagad is that Shivaji when heard that his general was died he mourned and said that we have won the fort but lost the Lion. On the ground a Samadhi is created for the memory of the slain leader. This 17th century fort has fallen to ruin but still it is a worth visiting place for the tourists.
Sinhagad it is also known an the “Lion Fort” is located at a distance of 25 kms from the Pune city. The fort is associated with Shivaji’s general Tanaji Malasure who died during the battle to occupy the fort for Shivaji. The history behind the name of this fort Sinhagad is that Shivaji when heard that his general was died he mourned and said that we have won the fort but lost the Lion. On the ground a Samadhi is created for the memory of the slain leader. This 17th century fort has fallen to ruin but still it is a worth visiting place for the tourists.Lohagad and Visapur It is 52 kms away from Pune, atop an impr
essive hill, these majestic forts were built in the 18th century. They are separated by a 1 km. ridge and are ideal for trekking.
essive hill, these majestic forts were built in the 18th century. They are separated by a 1 km. ridge and are ideal for trekking.Also visit TEMPLES OF PUNE
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