Archives: Atlas Obscuras

Tulshibaug Ram Temple

The 18th-century temple was once the tallest structure in Pune, and surrounded by a garden of tulsi.

Kirkee War Cemetery

This neatly maintained cemetery honors the sacrifice of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I and World War II.

Fort Aguada Lighthouse

A modern lighthouse near Fort Aguada offers stunning views of the surrounding peninsula.

Empress Botanical Garden

This sprawling oasis of green in the middle of the city has a vast collection of beautiful flora.

Museum of Christian Art

Located within a 17th-century convent, this museum features centuries-old Christian art pieces that meld European and Asian influences.

Pune’s First Lift

The vintage, artistic cage of the city’s first lift welcomes visitors to an old heritage building.

Heritage Charkha Museum

A tiny museum dedicated to the charkha, a traditional spinning wheel that became a symbol of national resistance during Gandhi's freedom movements.

Cannon of Banastarim

This 16th-century cannon is thought to be the oldest piece of forge-welded wrought iron in India.

Taljai Mansion

The crumbling ruins of an old stone mansion sit atop a hill in the middle of Pune.

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