One-Day Pune Itinerary on a Shoestring Budget

  1. 9:00 AM: Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple
    Estimated time from the previous location: 20 minutes (5.7 km)

    The Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple is a famous temple in Pune dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It was established in 1893 by Dagadusheth Halwai and has since then become one of the most significant landmarks in Pune.

  2. 10:30 AM: Shaniwar Wada
    Estimated time from the previous location: 10 minutes (2.7 km)

    Shaniwar Wada is a historical fortification built in 1732 by the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire. The fort has a rich history and is a popular tourist attraction in Pune.

  3. 12:00 PM: Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
    Estimated time from the previous location: 30 minutes (6.5 km)

    The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is a unique museum that showcases the personal collection of Dr. Dinkar Kelkar. The museum has a vast collection of Indian artifacts and antiques, including pottery, paintings, and musical instruments.

  4. 1:30 PM: Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati Trust
    Estimated time from the previous location: 20 minutes (5.2 km)

    The Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati Trust is another famous temple in Pune dedicated to Lord Ganesh. The temple is located in Budhwar Peth and is one of the most visited places in Pune.

  5. 3:00 PM: Aga Khan Palace
    Estimated time from the previous location: 20 minutes (4.6 km)

    The Aga Khan Palace is a historical palace in Pune that was built in 1892. It is now a museum that showcases the life and times of Mahatma Gandhi, who was imprisoned here during India's struggle for independence in the 1940s.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Shaniwar Wada (1.5 hours, INR 5 per person)
  • Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum (2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati Trust (1 hour, free)
  • Aga Khan Palace (1.5 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 155 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also visit other historical landmarks in Pune, such as the Sinhagad Fort or the Lal Mahal. If you have less time, you can skip the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and spend more time at the other locations.

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