Pune

The second largest city in Maharashtra, Pune is well known for its surrounding hill forts that offer panoramic bird's-eye views. With a glorious history of nearly 16 centuries, Pune is also known as the ‘Oxford of the East’. Located on the confluence of Mutha and Mula rivers, Pune is known for its lively nightlife and vibrant atmosphere. With a name that descends from the Sanskrit word 'Punya', literally meaning 'Virtue', Pune has made its mark the educational epicenter of the country. With a glorious past, an innovative present and a promising future, Pune is rightly described as the ‘Queen of the Deccan’. One of the major attractions of the city is Osho Commune International, an ashram set up by Rajneesh Osho. Known for its various cultural activities like classical music, spirituality, theater, sports, and literature, Pune is a popular tourist destination. The rich history, architecture and culture of Pune makes it a must visit city.

Eating Out!

Pune has a large number of restaurants, which offer cuisine ranging from Indian to Chinese to Italian to Continental. Le Meridien Pune and Hotel Taj Blue Diamond are strategically located with exquisite business and leisure amenities.

SpiceJet Recommendations!

Lonavla & Khandala, Torna, Karla Caves, Ashtavinayaka, Alandi, Purandar, Rajgad Fort, Bhimashankar Temple, Panchgani.

Shopping

Pune city offers a wide range of shopping options making it difficult to decide what to buy in this beautiful city. From branded goods to the exquisite handicrafts of the state, there is hardly anything that you won't find in the shopping spots of Pune. Located in Deccan near the Garware Bridge, the Hongkong Lane has a lot to offer, including some very good bargains on bags, clothes, accessories, books and footwear. Tulshi Baug is a favourite middle-class family market selling cheap ladies garments, footwear and other items required for daily use at low prices. Fashion Street , modelled after Mumbai's Fashion Street consists of over 400 stalls, selling mainly clothes and footwear. Other popular markets in Pune include Deccan Gymkhana and Mahatma Phule Mandai.

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