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Monday, April 1, 2013

Night Life in Pune...


Some of the Best Pubs, Lounges & Night Clubs in Pune

Maya RLC
Maya, Ganesh Park, Opp: TVS Service Centre, Wagholi, Pune 412207
Contact Number : 020 - 65607003 / +91 8698540017

The Ship Grill & Bar
217, Fortaleza, Central Avenue, Kalyani Nagar, Pune
Contact Number : +91 20 26608777

SOY Le Royce
261, Bundgarden Road, Pune-411001 India
Contact Number : +91 9096053339

1 Restaurant & Lounge
Sr.No. 81, Koregoan Park, Pune
Contact Number : 020 32340001/32340002

1000 Oaks Bar in Pune
1000 Oaks Bar 2417, East Street, Volga Chowk, Camp, Pune, 411001
Contact Number : 020-263431

AsiaBleu
Hotel Parc Estique, Near Giga Space, Viman Nagar, Nagar Road, Pune - 14
Contact Number : 020 41004100

Aqua Lounge
Hotel Aurora Towers, 9, Moledina Road. Pune -01
Contact Number : 020 26131818

Aqua - The Water Lounge
702, Panchshil Tech Park, Near Pune Golf Course, Yerwada, Pune - 06
Contact Number : 020 65005566, 880628134

Area 51
Baner Hills, Baner Village, Baner Road, Balewadi Phata, Pune-411045
Contact Number : 020 27290181-82, 64106410

Atrium - The Hi-Spirited bar
Royal Orchid Golden Suites Opp. Cerebrum IT Park, Kalyani Nagar, Pune - 14
Contact Number : 020 40131234, 40007000

CO2 Lounge
Amba Commercial Complex, MG Road. Pune - 01
Contact Number : 020 6601213

Curve
ABC Farms, Koregaon Park, Pune
Contact Number : 020 64000410

Elysium
North Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune
Contact Number : 020 26875008 / 1900 0030

Fishbowl
88, Nagar Road, Ista Hotel, Yewada
Contact Number : 020 41418888

Hard Rock Cafe
81/82, Pyramid Complex, Koregaon Park Extension, East Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune
Contact Number : +91-20-67258801

High Spirits
35A1, North Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune - 01
Contact Number : 020-65250559, 09823855484

Jazz by the Bay
The Gorden House, E-Square, 132A University Road, Pune
Contact Number : 020 66044189

Kiva The Lounge
Serene Bay, Lane No. 6, Koregaon Park, Pune-411001
Contact Number : 020 30520987

KUE Bar
The Westin, 36/3-B, Koregaon Park Annexe, Mundhwa Road, Ghorpadi
Contact Number : 020 67210000

Mi A Mi
Pune Marriott and Convention Centre, SB Road, Pune
Contact Number : 020 66833333

Mix - The Lounge
Royal Orchid Central Marisoft Annexe, Kalyani Nagar, Pune - 14
Contact Number : 020 40003000

Ouzo's
Lane 7, Post 91, Koregaon Park, Pune
Contact Number : 9823841536, 020 26109191

Scream
Le-Meridien Hotel, RBM Road, Pune
Contact Number : 020 26050505

Switch Lounge: Its Time You Did
Silk Route Lane 6, Koregoan Park, Pune - 01
Contact Number : 020 26135793, 09860602463

Stone Water Grill
11, Koregaon Park Road, Pune - 01
Contact Number : 020-66025555, 09552194400

The Ship
217, Fortaleza Central Avenue, Kalyani Nagar
Contact Number : 020-26608777, 020-26608778

Xtasy
Best Western-The Pride Hotel, University Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune
Contact Number : 020 25534567

Zanzibar 
The Park Central Hotel, Bund Garden Road, nr. Council Hal, Pune
Contact Number : 020 40104000

Hidden Place: The Hangout
2 & 3 Upper Ground Flr, Gera Legend, North-Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
Contact Number: 020 66215922

Pune : The IT hub... !!

Below are details of some renowned IT parks in Pune:

Eon IT Park:

Panchshil Realty has set up a new IT park, Eon IT Park in Pune. The design of this IT Park is very unique. It is located at Kharadi. Mphasis ,Polaris,QSG Resource Management,Sears IT & Management Services, SUNGARD, Tavisca Solutions, Tieto ,Vodafone, Symantec, StereoD/Digicaption, Zensar Technologies are some of the major IT companies present in this park.



Rajiv Gandhi IT Park:
Hinjewadi IT Park mainly known as Rajiv Gandhi IT Park is one of the prominent IT parks in Pune. This IT zone was built by the famous industrial company MIDC. The IT Park has four phases. Rajiv Gandhi IT Park is the house to many globally recognized IT companies. Infosys, Wipro, Geometric, AztecSoft, IBM, Mindtree Ltd, Synechron, Siemens, Cognizant Technology Solutions, Persistent Systems are some of the well-known IT companies are a part of this park. The IT Park also offers number of facilities and amenities to the employees working there.

Magarpatta IT Park:
Magarpatta IT Park also known as Cybercity of Pune is one of the famous IT parks in Pune. The Cybercity comprises of software as well as business centres. The IT Park is a vibrant area with lush greenery and is also a pollution free environment. This IT Park is a host to some of the best IT companies like WNS, Sybase India, MphasiS, ZS Associates India Private Ltd, Amdocs, Patni Computer Systems Ltd. The IT Park also provides numerous recreational facilities for the employees.

DLF Akruti IT Park:
DLF Akruti IT Park is a masterpiece from the house of DLF Developers. It is an impending IT park in Pune. It is located in Hinjewadi. The project is ideally designed keeping in mind international standards. The office blocks are surrounded by greenery and serene ambiance which makes it a better place to work. The IT Park incorporates amenities like food courts, dining restaurants, services like health club, medicine, beauty salons, gym etc.

Panchshil Tech Park:
It is one of the premium projects by the Panchshil Realty. This IT Park is situated at Viman Nagar. It is the home of many national and international IT companies. It has four towers A, B, C and D. Panchshil Tech Park is proficiently designed and boasts some great amenities for the employees.
Due to the set-up and expansion of some of the IT Giants of the world, Pune has become one of the major IT hubs of India.


Hungry Kya...!! Try some of these famous food places.. !!



Here is the list of places where you can enjoy Pune delicacies:
Sizzlers at Yana
For all sizzler fans in Pune, check out Yana Sizzlers and Wok, an awesome place to eat and dine with your loved ones. Yana Sizzlers and Wok is located in Gold Adlabs Mall in Kalyani Nagar very near to Koregaon Park as well. They also have their outlets in FC Road and Shivajnagar. Sizzler Lovers who keep coming to Pune from Mumbai for hang out or any other purpose, the good news is that Yana Sizzlers and Wok has opened in Mumbai recently. They offer you prompt service with amazing sizzlers. The menu includes a variety of sizzler options along with Thai Dishes and cool deserts. The ambience is also refreshing with soft lights around.

Misal at Bedekar
Bedekar Misal, located in Shagun Chawk is famous for Puneri food Misal since 50 years. The food options in the menu includes Misal paav, Sabudana Khichadi, Kokam Sharbat, Butter milk and potato wada. The place is small but very clean and hygienic. If you are planning to check out the place during the weekends do reserve a table to avoid the rush. Do visit the place or you may feel that you have missed the old and famous miscal in Pune.
Maharashtrian thali at Sharvaree / Shabree / Durvankur / Sukanta
No better place to find an authentic Maharashtrian thali than at the Shabree and Sharvaree Restaurants- part of the Parichay Hotels and Restaurants. Located at 1199/1A FC Road 411004, on the corner of the famous Ferguson College Road, Sharvaree is upstairs and famous for traditional Maharashtrian ‘thalipeeth’. Located downstairs is Shabree, multicuisine but specializes in Maharashtrian thali. Other than thaali, menu card includes the option of a quick bite sandwich, South Indian delicacies, authentic Chinese cuisine, traditional Maharashtrian dishes and much loved Punjabi preparations. The food tastes good and the restaurant is hygienic, clean and ambiance is pleasant. Durvankar is another food joint that specializes in thaali category. It is located in Tilak Road,Hathi Ganpathi Chowk, Pune-411030. The thaali costs about Rs 175 and includes lots of options in veggies, dals, rice, chappati of two or three varieties and even pickles and papads. On Sundays the meal prices Rs 200 and includes sweet items. Sukanta is positioned by the riverside in Deccan near Z Bridge off JM road Pune, and offers an amazing thaali for a sum of Rs 150.
Pithla Bhakri at Sinhgad
Eatables are available inside the fort and the quality of food is also very lovely. Pitla and Bhakri with Thecha is the most loved food among the visitors. Other than this Curd from Mataka and Bhaji are also very popular. Take a delight in the pure rural dishes of Maharashtra while visiting to the awesome and one of the prominent forts of Maharashtra, Sinhagad.

Sandwiches at Marz-O-Rin
Located at M.G.Road, Opposite to bombay stores, Pune, Marz-O-Rin is famous for sandwiches. If you are passing by M.G Road and needs refreshment then take a bite on the chutney sandwich at Marz-O-Rin. The menu includes large variety of food like pizza, berger, pastries, slush, milkshakes, ice-cream and juices. Both veg and non-veg foods are available. The quality and service is also appreciable.

Vada pav at Joshi Vadewala
Opposite Balgandharva Rangamandir, Joshi Vadewala is famous for serving Vada pav to puneites. In pune Vada pav is a popular food item and commonly found at any food joints or road side dhabas/thelas. The most famous chain in Pune for vada pav is “Joshi Wadewale”. 2 to 3 Vada pav can easily substitute a meal.
Biryani at Aba Cha Dhaba
Aba Cha Dhaba is located next to Kulkarni petrol pump, Near Alka Talkies Chowk, Laxmi Road. This is a specialty food hub for the ‘dum biryani’. Check it out for yourself the Mutton Biryani, it’s simply awesome. They have a lot of meat-based dishes along with a variety of egg preparations. Other exclusive items on the menu card include chicken sukka and paneer butter masala which stands out well with dum biriyani.
Sea food at Nisarg / Rahul
Definitely visit Nisarg as it is one of the best place to have sea food in Pune. It is located in Karve Road, Pune. It is easy to locate the restaurant because they have tried to create a coastal line ambience and have a palm tree outside as a landmark. It’s a 350-seater garden restaurant with a pleasing ambiance. The restaurant is extremely famous for its authentic Malwani seafood. They have a variety of starters, soups, main course dishes, desserts and even alcoholic beverages. They also serve breads like bhakris and ambolis and also have a menu for drinks. Their specialty is spicy Malwani food. They do serve some Punjabi, Continental and Chinese cuisine too. Rahul Rahul is located in Aundh. It is also one of the best restaurants for Sea Food in Pune. Nice ambiance, wide range of food and friendly staff make Rahul Restaurant a place worth dinning out. When you crave for sea food go with your family or friends to Rahul for mouthwatering sea food cuisines enough to fill your stomach as well as heart.
Shrewsbury biscuits Kayani Bakery
Kayani Bakery’s Shrewsbury biscuits are legendry. Everyone who comes to Pune must have one. The bakery offers different kinds of cakes, pastries, cookies, Walnut Cake and Sponge Cake and many other mouth watering bakery items. Located at East Street, camp/MG Road, Kayani Bakery is one of the oldest and most famous Bakery’s in Pune. Other than Shrewsbury biscuits they also offer coffee-biscuits and wine biscuits.
Burger at Burger King
Burger king is located at Phul Gate, Opp. Talwarkars, East Street, Camp, Pune. Another outlet is in ABC Farm, North Main Road, Koregaon Park. It’s a landmark in Pune. It’s a wonderful and authentic burger joint which maintains the quality and is affordable too. Puneites and people from outside Pune must taste the chicken burger and chicken mixed surprise. Well it may sound that the place belongs only to the non-veg population but veggies just go and try the Veg burgers and you would leave only to go again. The size of the burgers is quite big and they taste awesome. It’s a fun-to-be-there place, crowded mostly by young folks. The prices are also decent.


And the list goes on......

Vaishali
Hotel Vaishalson College Road, Pune-411 004
Phone: 020-25531244, 25531184
Details: Cuisine: South Indian, Indian
Timings: 7:00 hrs to 23:00 hrs

An excellent place for authentic South Indian dishes - Idli, Dosas and Uttapam. You can also get Maharastrian snacks like bhelpuri, shevpuri, etc.

type: Vegetarian
address: Fergusion College Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune.
tel: +91 20-321244

Zen
A small n cozy restaurant which serves good Chinese. Try 'Zen chicken' if you have spicy inclination.

type: general
address: Madhubrindavan Bldg, Modern College Road, Dyaneshwar paduka Chowk, Shivaji Nagar, Pune-5
tel: 5536200

La Pizzeria 
Excellent italian restaurant where you can have pizzas and other italian dishes.
A meal for two without alcohol come to about 600/-. And... do not ask the waiters for any pointers to the menu, they will just repeat what is written in it.

A little expensive but authentic tasting Itallian food. You'll love it!!!

type: African
address: 361/5B Bund Garden Road, Pune.
tel: 26122369

Mona Lisa
type: general
address: Gurudatta Avenue, Popular Height Road, Koregoan Park, Pune-1
tel: 6129881 /6113311

The Yellow Chilli 
The Yellow Chilli- A beautiful restination for an Indian Meal!
Celebrity Chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s The Yellow Chilli at Koregaon park is housed in a beautiful bungalow surrounded by lush green lawns! The Yellow Chilli serves all the goodness of exotic and delicious Indian cuisine.. The restaurant offers a lavish Indian fare from North India as well as a wide range of Maharashtrian dishes to tempt the taste buds. Sanjeev Kapoor has crafted some signature dishes like Aloo Nazakat,which is Succulent Stuffed potatoes grilled in the tandoor or the Sham Savera which is Spinach kofta stuffed with Malai Paneer and served in tomato and honey gravy more..

type: Indian and Pakistani
tel: +91 20-41285454
address: Lane no.7, Koregaon Park
Price Of Menu: $5-$7
email: theyellowchillipune@citymaxindia.com

Tampopo
type: general
address: ABC Farms Pvt. Ltd., Survey No. 35 and 36, Koregoan Park, Pune-1
tel: 6876555 / 6876799

Pizza Pizza Express - San Mirzano
Classy interiors, awesome Italian food, rather pricey, but worth every bit.
Go there for an occasion and you will have an evening to remember.

type: Italian
accessibility: excellent
address: Shorab Hall, Near RTO
PriceOfMenu: On the higher side

Malaka Spice
South East Asian delight. Cool place for good food. Try Thai Red curry with herb rice. Tom kha kai, Kunit Gualai Curry and rice are also strongly suggested.

Good service, Medium to high price and nice place. Good service. They also serve beer.

type: Thai
address: Vrindavan Apartments, Off. North Main Road, Koregaon Park, Pune.
tel: +91 20- 26136293.
PriceOfMenu: 250 Rs. average per person
priceofmenu: 250 Rs. average per person
url: malakaspice.com

Turning Point
type: general
address: Shop No.1,Gulmohar Gardens, North Main Road, Koregoan Park, Pune-1.
tel: 6131045

Gobbles
type: general
address: Gera Gardens, Koregaon Park, Pune.
tel: +91 20-633811 / 625984

Zaika
type: general
address: Ashoka Mall, Bund Garden Road, Pune.
tel: +91 20-632331

Arthur's Theme 
A quiet restaurant in the busy Koregaon Park, the ambience and food topped with the service is just superb.

type: European
accessibility: ask anyone in koregaon park for this place
tel: +91-20-66032710
url: www.arthurstheme.com
address: #2, Vrindavan Apartments, Lane No. 6, Koregaon Park, Pune, India
PriceOfMenu: not at all expensive
email: arthurstheme@gmail.com


Shiv Sagar
This is the place for mouth-watering pav-bhajis and south-indian snacks. The chaat especially SPDP is worth sampling. If you haven't tasted pasta and are afraid to go those Italian restaurants, try the pasta at Shivsagar. It has been totally indianised and is totally catered for the Indian taste buds.

type: Indian and Pakistani
address: Opp. Sambhaji Baug, Jungli Maharaj Road, Pune.
tel: +91 20-326886 / 322179

Eddie's Kitchen
Not bad is all I can say. A decent place but cheap prices like any other chinese restaurant they give u plenty of chopsuey for Rs. 100  U will be OVERstuffing urself if u eat anyhing more.  not a very polished society kind of place, but still is the only decent restaurant  in that road. Sea food is usually absent. If u have tried one of their dishes you would have tried most of their dishes.

type: Chinese
address: Shirin Apartments, Synagogue Street, Pune.
tel: +91 20-635204.

Mathura, JM Road
Authentic country side indian food at very reasonable prices. It is not very hygenic though. Try zunka bhakri.

type: Indian and Pakistani
address: JM Road, Pune
PriceOfMenu: 50-100

Foodland
Good place close to the Sun and the sand. The only hitch is the continously pestering travelling buses. If you are looking for a booze, go ahead they have plenty of it available.

type: Indian and Pakistani
address: Shardaram Park, Sasoon Road, Pune.
tel: +91 20-620324

Panchvati
type: general
address: Panchratna Hotel, Tadiwalal Road, Pune.
tel: +91 20-628500

Peshwa Inn
type: general
address: Amir Hotel, Sadu Waswani Road, Pune.
tel: +91 20-621840



Late Nyt Tummy Fillers..

Sai Krupa at Mandi (24x7. even the cops eat here)
Dhuaa in Viman Nagar (open till the last customer's thr and till cops don't intervene)(nice kebabs)
Tapris opp Symbiosis Hinjewadi (awesome egg maggi)
Pakoda and Chai tapri under wakad bridge
Jeeto's at the Airport (24x7) (chai, coffee, sutta, south indian, chinese, biryani, kheema dosa)
Corner shop at Petrol Pump opp E Square (the guy sits in the dark so you'll feel it shut) ( you'll get packed beverages, chips, machine tea/coffee, etc)
If you're looking for smokes and chai only, Aunty opp Crossword, SB Road
Aurora Towers, MG Road (good burgers and biryani)
and the rest of the 5 Stars have a 24x7 cafe anyway.



Shop in Pune.. !!

Shop....!!! 
Xplore some of the famous markets for shopping lovers in pune..


Laxmi Road 
Laxmi Road in Pune is one of the major shopping areas of the city. In order to get the true flavor of the Indian culture, one can simply walk into this bustling street and check out the numerous fashionable and traditional stores.
Laxmi Road in Pune is one of the major shopping areas of the city. In order to get the true flavor of the Indian culture, one can simply walk into this bustling street and check out the numerous fashionable and traditional stores. 

The busiest and longest markets of Pune, Laxmi Road comprises of a number of narrow side streets and by-lanes. The market is famous for clothes as well as jewelry shops. The road is the venue for Laxmi puja during the festival of Diwali. Laxmi Road is a favorite shopping destination in Pune offering a variety of choices. Famous publishing houses like Nirali and Manali Prakashan are located in this road. This place is favourite for evening hangouts.


M.G. Road (Camp)
Mahatma Gandhi Road, popularly known as Camp, serves not only as a shoppers haven but also as a perfect place to window shop! M.G. Road, has shops selling gift items and other such articles. Camp is the area which refers to Central Pune.
MG Road is the richest and famous road and popularly known as the M.G. Road. The road has multiple branded shops for selling gift items and other accessories. Many old and well-known shops, restaurants, bakeries and medical or optical practices are based here. MG Road is the best place for evening hangout. 

Fashion Street
Fashion Street in Pune can be compared to the fashion Street in Bombay. It is just fascinating, the variety of stuff you can buy at Fashion Street. Everything that fits the range of a super-super mall can bought.
Fashion Street is one of the posh markets of Pune, developed on the lines of Mumbai's Fashion Street. It has as many as 450 stalls and serves a multitude of shopping needs, right from clothes to footwear. 
Those interested in buying fashionable goods can check out the stores in Fashion Street in Pune. 

Tulsi Baug
Tulsi baug or the Basil garden was created sometime during the time of Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath (early 18th century). Today it is one of the most crowded commercial areas in old Pune.Tulsi Baug is famous shopping area for copper and brass idols, besides several household utility items. Amidst the cluster of these shops lies the Ram mandir.
Tulsi Baug is a well known for showrooms that sell mainly women's items. Along with that, you can also buy gift items, household items, metal ware, etc. 
Tulsi Baug has been famed as woman's grant shopping mall, where ladies can get all kinds of gift articles, cosmetics, vessels, artificial gold jewelries and other fashion and trendy items. This is a good shopping place. Tulsi Baug is best known for its low price market and can be affordable by middle class family easily. 
Traditional Maharashtrian wares and cookery items, cosmetics, jewelry and all types of household item can be shopped in this market. One area of the market is dedicated to fresh vegetables, fruits and other items including items for Pooja. 


Juna Bazar
Find a treasure trove in the aptly-named Juna Bazaar or Old Market. Antique coins are casually sold along with mundane accessories like necklaces, screw drivers and door hinges. Many Puneites are unaware that antiques are sold here for a pittance, but visiting foreigners and amateur coin collectors are familiar with this street. You can find anything here, from worn out trousers, old silk saris and even second hand music! Juna Bazaar is located on a part of the Vir Santaji Ghorpade Path, near Maldhaka Chowk.

The market is the oldest street market of the city and is the main source of antique, used, second hand, duplicate products with the new items. 


Phule Market (Mahatma Phule Mandai)
If you are looking for a place in Pune from where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables, then you should go to the Phule Market. Phule Market offers the best quality fruit and vegetables and is one of the most important markets of the city. Phule Market is primarily a vegetable market.
Phule market in Pune is also known as the Mahatma Phule Mandai. Mandai in English means market. It is one of the most famous daily markets of the city. It is an open-air market from where the people of Pune buy their daily requirements. It is one of the most ancient markets of the city that was built during the British era. Phule Market in Pune houses a total of 526 stalls.
Apart from fruits and vegetables, the market also sells articles used in religious ceremonies. The crowd is heavy during Sundays and on public holidays. You can come over here and see the vendors and customers bargaining. It is a sight worth watching. Even if you don't plan to buy, you can simply watch the people marketing over here. So, just come to the Phule Market in Pune and treat you eyes to the look of the fresh and juicy vegetables and fruits. The presence of markets as fabulous like this makes where to shop in Pune a simple issue. 

Bajirao Road
Bajirao Road is an important street in Pune which stretches from Puram Chowk to Shaniwarwada palace. This is the most important road due to its location in main market area of Pune. 
Bajirao Road is the furniture market of Pune. Apart from furniture stores, it also has garments shops and shops selling presentation articles. 
This road is famous for buying household furniture, domestic furniture and kitchen furniture, modular kitchens, custom made furniture, furniture.
Bajirao Road also offers excellent opportunities for shopping.

Hongkong Lane 
The Hongkong Market lane is a must visit place of Pune which is located in Deccan near the Garware Bridge. The lane offers a unique collection of bags, clothes, accessories, books and footwear.
Famed for selling “foreign goodies” this lane is said to have been christened by customers themselves. Here’s what all you can get here.
Junk jewelry : The men’s collection includes beaded bracelets, cross lockets and tattoo stickers, interesting watches with leather belts, huge dials, sport watches and some with even bronze ornate work.
Caps, belts and other accessories: A collection of Nike, Reebok, and Diesel caps in all colors and shapes. We remember the time when Maine Pyar Kiya friendship caps became a rage here. Also you can shop for book stores, mobiles and accessories, cosmetics, cassettes and CDs, bags, frames and paintings. 

Fergusson College Road 
FC Road is one of the most sought after destinations in Pune city. It is located in the inner west side of Pune. FC road is very popular among the youngsters as it is considered as one of the favorite hanging spot. High frequency of people throng FC road also makes it prime for having commercial establishments like shops, showrooms, hotels, restaurants, offices on this road. Chains like Barista, Cafe Coffee Day, Subway and Monginis have outlets here.
Fergusson College Road is the place to go if you're looking for a bargain. The streets are lined with shops selling clothes at ridiculously low prices. And it is the best place if you're looking to buy a book for cheap. From street vendors to shopping arcades, second - hand and even new books are available at discounted prices everywhere. The street is also famous for its sweet shops. Follow your nose, you won't miss them. 

Jangli Maharaj Road (J. M. Road)
Jangli (also spelled Jangali) Maharaj Road, better known as J.M. Road, is named after Sadguru Jangali Maharaj who’s "Math" or Ashram lies on this road. It is one of the better maintained roads in Pune. 
J. M. Road may be thought of as a showcase of Pune's economic progress with a large number of international consumer brands having their outlets and showrooms on this road. It has one of India's first Pizza Hut outlets, along with a large number of fast food joints and coffee shops. J. M. Road is now a new destination for Rajdhani Thalis too. A new and unusual food court too has opened up called "Palette , The Food Court", serving range of cuisines. The area is popular amongst students from local colleges for decades.
Famous for its many restaurants, J. M. Road is one of the busiest places in Pune.

Pune at a Glance... !!



Pune lies in the close proximity (only 170 km) of Mumbai, the financial capital of India, and is a beautiful place located at an altitude of 560 m on the Sahyadri hills in Maharashtra state of India. The city covering an area of 700 sq km with a population of around 4.5 million is the 8th largest city of India, and the 2nd most populous city of Maharashtra. The large student population in the city makes for a lively nightlife and vibrant atmosphere. Pune also houses fantastic restaurants, good museums and is well known for its surrounding hill forts which offer panoramic bird's-eye views.


Forts and trekking destinations near Pune

Hill Stations near Pune

Lonavala and Khandala: One of the very known of hill station is Lonavala. As the place is popularly known, it will be wise to list the points or places that are worth visiting here. Lonavala is very famous for Chikki.  INS Shivaji - A Navy training center also makes Lonavala a vital place. Many well known Boarding schools are located nearby Lonavala. There are lots of Dams, caves and forts in and around Lonavala and Khandala.





Malshej Ghat: Malshej Ghat is among the most popular outing spot from Pune. This place is located amidst the sahyadri Hills. This place is popular among the local as well as other tourists. It is a perfect place for nature lovers, where they can spend their holidays. Malshej Ghat is one of the beautiful Hill stations of Maharashtra. There are many beautiful locations and some beautiful waterfalls which tourists to fall in love with this place.


Rajmachi Rajmachi (Udhewadi) is a small village in the rugged mountains of Sahyadri in India. There are two forts which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is about 15 km treking distance from Lonavla. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivade village near Karjat and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala. In rainy season this place is filled with giant waterfalls and greenery.

Do:

Gliding Centre Pune. Go for a joy ride in a glider and experience flying like a bird. Get an aerial view of Pune at a very nominal cost of Rs 187 only. You can also learn to fly gliders at the Gliding Centre, which is India's oldest and till date the most active hub for gliding. The centre is located at Hadapsar on the eastern side of the city. Flying activity is conducted from Sunday through Thursday.

Paragliding School & Flying Club. Located an hrs drive from Pune at Kamshet Learn to para-glide with Nirvana India's oldest and largest residential paragliding school . Flying activity is on from October - June .



Panshet Water Park At a nearby dam, the tourism department has setup a water sports park.
Horse riding and go out for horse treks with Digvijay Pratishthan.

Tekdi - is the Marathi word for hill. There are many small scenic hills in the city used for trekking and birdwatching Notable among are Taljai(Near Parvati), Hanuman &Vetal Tekdi(near Law College Road, Paud Phata)

Bird Watching:Tourists can enjoy boating and bird viewing in some of the city parks of Pune. Migratory parks can viewed throughout the year in Pune. If tourists can make it on the right time they can view many migrated birds in the parks.

Trekking: Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary in pune, offers a thrilling and amazing trekking experience for the nature lovers. This wildlife sanctuary has two trekking trails available Seedi Ghat and Ganpati Ghat, out of these two Ganpati Ghat is a longer and less dangerous trekking path.

Japalouppe Equestrian Center (Talegaon Dabhade), somatne phata, mumbai pune highway, talegaon Dabhade, 9890920183. 6:00 am to 7:00 pm. Punes Premier Riding school, Japalouppe is spread out over a picturesque 19 acres, with a team of 60 horses catering to a wide skill set of riders, from basic trotting and school work to advanced jumping and dressage.

Pune Heritage Walk, MCCIA, Senapati Bapat Marg, Pune, 020-2570 9013. Go for heritage walk jointly oragnized by Janwani and Pune Muncipal Corporation . Its a 3 hour walk starting from the PMC main building. The walk extends into the core city area of Old Pune.This 2.5 km walk is multi-thematic wherein people can learn about the 2000 years old history of Pune and visit 18 spots of architectural, historical and cultural importance.The walk is conducted in three major languages- Marathi, Hindi and English. Apart from an information brochure, participants are given refreshments by Chitale Bandhu Mithaiwale. The walk ends with a unique cultural experience through Maharashtrian folk events like Powada, Gondhal, Bharud etc organized inside a heritage Wada. For more details log on to www.puneheritagewalk.com