Pune City information

Pune also known as “Poona” is located in the Maharashtra. Pune is the eighth largest city in the India, and its an important city in terms of its economic and industrial growth. Also known as hometown of Marathas Empire, ‘The Oxford of the East’. Pune is famous for educations universities and colleges Not just that, it has a growing industrial hinterland, with information technology, engineering and automotive companies. Pune is the cultural capital of India as well as the home of learning. Pune has inherited Shivaji Raje and Peshwa gharane period. In the past, Pune was known as “Supe”, but later it was renamed as Pune. Peth was established in Pune during the Peshwa period and Shaniwarwada Monument was built during the Peshwa period. Shaniwar Wada is considered to be a masterpiece of architecture. Pune is considered to be the home of education, British carpet schools and colleges are still in operation today. The first girls' school in India was started by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule at Bhidewada in Pune. Adjacent to Pune, there are high ranges of Sayadri Mountains and beautiful nature, so the atmosphere in Pune is always pleasant. Pune City is the best city in India to live. Pune is currently known as the IT hub. The world's major software companies, Top banks and their back offices, call centers, BPOs are in Pune. Also, Pune is a leader in the field of automobiles, pharmacy and construction business. Pune has long been known as a drama lover, the Film and Television Institute of India is in Pune. Pune has played a major role in the economic development of the country. In Pune, Tulsibagh, Laxmi Road, MG Road are famous places for shopping. Okayama Friendship Garden in Pune is a world class Japanese garden.

 Many young starts  from Maharashtra come for competitive exams in pune for MPSC,UPSC, STI, PSI,CA . Ganpati Utsav is celebrated on a large scale in Pune. The development of Pune city has increased very fast in the last two decades. Osho Ashram in Pune is an international meditation centre, as well as Osho followers from many countries of the world come to learn and seek Yoga. There is an international airport at Lohgaon in Pune. There is a National Defense Academy at Khadakwasla and an Ammunition Factory at Khadki. The IUCAA in Pune is an autonomous body set up by the University Grants Commission of India (UGC) to promote the nucleus and growth of active groups in astronomy and astrophysics in Indian universities. IUCAA aims to become a center of excellence in the field of teaching, research and development in astronomy and astrophysics.

The city is known for cultural activities like classical music, spirituality, theatre, sports, and literature. Pune is a pleasant travel getaway destination to spend a quiet holiday. There are many historical forts, Monuments, British era homes, beautiful gardens and also a awesome night life and street food..