Located at some 170 kms, south of Mumbai in Maharashtra, lies the Queen of Deccan-Pune.  Also known as the ‘cultural capital’ of the state, this city is said to hold a glorious historical past of nearly 6000 years. Undoubtedly, this city promises its visitors an interesting stay as much as it captivates them through its history.  There are low fare airlines operating flights to Pune for visitors and in case you are an alien then you need to have Indian visa.

For an India tourist visa holder, Pune serves as a platter or potpourri of ethnic and modern cultures, different castes of people, educational hub for aspiring youngsters and sights that can make one nostalgic and captivating at the same time.  The major attractions can be experienced with respect to the choice of an India tourist visa holder’s likes and interest as the variants are plentiful. May it be spiritual solace, cultural entertainment or finally exploring the Maratha warrior history through its traditional forts and palaces, Pune has just about everything to serve.

Spiritual grandeur
To experience tranquillity and peace the India tourist visa holders have plenty of places to explore in Pune. The Osho Ashram is one of the spiritual domains where the India tourist visa holder finds every single detail on Osho Rajneesh’s philosophical works and a state-of-the-art meditation centre.  Besides this, there are also other places of interest such as Shaniwar Wada which is an architectural wonder and is located closer to the Pune race course.

Although this seven storey building is now in a dilapidated condition it does serve as a place of interest for the history lovers as it was built by the famous Bajirao Peshwa. The India tourist visa holders can also visit the Pataleshwar Temple - an amazing piece of art and architectural grandeur.

The other places worth a dekko in Pune by India tourist visa holders are Bund Garden, Vishram baug Garden, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Tribal Museum. While these spots are located nearly not too far from each other, the India visa holder can make a trip to many of these places in one day however, barring the famous Sinhagad Fort.

The domain of the Maratha hero
For the picturesque view of the legendary hero Chhatrapati Shivajimaharaj’s domain, the ‘Sinhagadh fort’, it may take the complete day for the India tourist visa holder.

The cosmopolitan city with its variant culture touches upon every delicate aspect of an India tourist visa holders stay and accommodation.  The city exuberantly offers plenty of 5 star hotels such as Taj Pune, Hotel Royal Orchid, Hotel Sun n Sand, Hotel Gordon House and many more. Every stratum of people come and find a convenient stay in Pune ranging from cheap holiday homes to grand luxurious hotels and guest houses.     What more - than the city is a growing IT hub that welcomes thousands of students and work professionals from in and across the country.

Undoubtedly, this cultural capital is one of the successful educational cities of the country. Surely, the India tourist visa holder has a lot more to discover from the Queen of Deccan beyond the facade.