Shri Siddhivinayak Ganesh Temple Sarasbagh
Shri Siddhivinayak Ganesh Temple, popularly known as Sarasbaug Ganpati, is one of the most revered and iconic Ganesh temples in Pune. Located inside the historic Sarasbaug, the temple is a major spiritual and cultural landmark of the city. The temple was built in the 18th century during the Peshwa period, when Sarasbaug was developed as a beautiful lake-garden complex. At the heart of this garden stands the Siddhivinayak temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the giver of wisdom and prosperity. The idol of Lord Ganesha here is believed to be “Siddhi-pradayak”—one who fulfills devotees’ wishes. The serene surroundings of the garden combined with the spiritual aura of the temple make it a peaceful place for prayer and meditation, even though it is located in the heart of the city. Thousands of devotees visit the temple daily, with special crowds on Tuesdays, Ganesh Chaturthi, Sankashti Chaturthi, and during Ganeshotsav. The temple holds deep emotional significance for Punekars and is considered one of the city’s most important Ganesh shrines. Highlights One of the most famous Ganesh temples in Pune Located within the historic Sarasbaug garden Built during the Peshwa era Strong belief in wish-fulfillment (Siddhivinayak) Major attraction during Ganesh Chaturthi and festivals
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Pune Municipal Corporation
The city of Pune is very important in India from the cultural, educational, and industrial perspective. The city is important due to the Pune Municipal Corporation, which has been actively involved in the governance, development, and well-being of the citizens of the city. The Pune Municipal Corporation played a key role in the development of the city over the last 75 years. The Pune Municipal Corporation will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in the year 2025, thus reaching a milestone.
Shree Balaji Temple, Pune (Prati Balaji)
Balaji Temple of Ketkawle, is copy of the original Tirumala Venkateswara Temple located 60 km from Pune, Maharashtra. It is on Pune-Bangalore highway. History This temple is a replica of the original Tirupati Temple located in Tirumala. Everything is perfect copy of the idol, Sanctorum, wood work, priests are abode of the Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala. The Venkateshwara charitable trust built the temple from 1996 to 2003. Created by the V H Group spending 27 Crore Rs. Infrastructure and architecture The temple was built as a replica of the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple at Tirupati. It follows the style of traditional South Indian temple architecture. The main tower (gopuram) and sanctum are designed and looks similar to the original temple. The main idol of Lord Venkateswara is made of black granite and is about 9 feet tall, while the temple tower is around 30 feet high. The complex also has smaller shrines for other deities. The temple layout is planned to help visitors move easily and includes facilities to support religious activities.
Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple
The Chattushringi Temple also spelt as Chattushrungi Temple is a Hindu temple in the city of Pune in Maharashtra state of India.The temple is located on the slope of a hill on Senapati Bapat Road.It is said to have been built during the reign of the Maratha king Shivaji. The temple is looked after by Chattushringi Devasthan (Temple) trustees. Chattushringi (Chattu means four) is a mountain with four peaks. The Chattushringi temple is 90 feet (27 m) high and 125 feet (38 m) wide and is a symbol of power and faith. One has to climb more than 200 steps to reach the shrine of Goddess Chattushringi. In the temple premises there are also temples of Goddess Durga and Lord Ganesh. This includes eight miniature idols of Ashtavinayaka. These small temples are located on the four separate hillocks. Legend The legend associated with the temple is that, once there was a rich and prosperous merchant named Durlabhsheth Pitambardas Mahajan who was an ardent believer of Goddess Saptashrungi Devi and visited Vani every now and then. But as he grew older, he could no longer travel and this hindered him from visiting the temple and it bought him sorrow in his heart, he prayed Saptashrungi Devi with tears and then one night the Goddess Saptashrungi Devi appeared in his dream and told him, “if you can not come to me, I will come to you & stay near you.” She told him to come to a mountain situated in the North-West of Pune & dig there. The place as described by the goddess was traced out and a miracle happened as he found a natural statue of the goddess (swayambhu devi). He constructed the temple at that place and this is the same temple which was renovated from time to time, which is the present temple. Deity The presiding deity of the temple is Goddess Chattushringi, also known as Goddess Ambareshwari. She is also considered as the presiding deity of the city of Pune. The temple is maintained by the Chattushringi Devasthan Trust. Every year a fair is held at the foothills on the eve of Navratri. Thousands of people gather to worship the Goddess Chattushringi.
Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir
The Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Hindu god Ganesha (Ganapati) in the city of Pune, India. The temple is visited by over one hundred thousand devotees every year.A large number of devotees visit the temple during the annual ten-day public Ganeshotsav festival. The main Ganesha idol is insured for a sum of ₹10 million (US$120,000).It celebrated 132 years of its Ganeshotsav festival in 2024. History Dagadusheth Halwai was a successful sweet seller (Halwai) and a rich businessman in the city of Pune in the late 1800s. His original halwai shop still exists under the name “Dagdusheth Halwai Sweets” near Datta Mandir in Pune. In the late 1800s, he and his wife Laxmibai lost their only son in a plague epidemic. The grieving couple followed the advice of a sage to build a Ganesh temple in Pune in his memory.Later, Dagdusheth adopted, his nephew Govindsheth (born 1865) who was 9 years old at the time of his death. Govindsheth replaced the first Ganesh idol by a new one, with the first one still being present at Akra Maruti Chowk. A generous man, he established an additional Ganesh idol in a wrestling gym called Jagoba Dada Talim. This talim was owned by Dagdusheth as he was also a former wrestling trainer. One of the chowk (square) in Pune is named Govind Halwai Chowk, after him. Along with his mother, Govindsheth handled all the programmes like Ganesh Utsav, Datta Jayanti and other festivities. The residence where they resided is now known as Laxmibai Dagdusheth Halwai Sansthan Datta Mandir Trust. Laxmi Road in Pune is named after Laxmibai Dagdusheth halwai. Govindsheth died in 1943. His son Dattatray Govindsheth Halwai, born in 1926, was the one who established the third Ganesh idol replacing the second.This idol, known as Navasacha Ganpati, is the one that is present today in the Dagdusheth temple. It proved to be an epoch-making event in Indian history.The temples’s Ganeshotsav pandal was not put up for the first time in 128 years, in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Copper Chimney, Viman Nagar
Copper Chimney is a well-known Indian dining destination in Viman Nagar, Pune, located on the 3rd Floor of Phoenix Marketcity Mall. It’s part of the iconic Copper Chimney restaurant chain — established in 1972 and famous across India for its North Indian, Punjabi, and Mughlai cuisine with rich flavours and classic recipes. The Viman Nagar outlet offers a comfortable, family-friendly ambience and is popular among locals, shopping diners, and visitors alike. Cuisine & Menu:Copper Chimney serves authentic North Indian and Mughlai cuisine, featuring a wide range of dishes: Tandoori & Kebabs: Tandoori Shashlik, Bhatti Chicken, Murgh Rahra, seekh kebabs and more. Curries & Gravies: Rogan Josh Curry, Dal Maharaja, Paneer Masala, rich Punjabi gravies. Biryani & Rice Varieties: Tawa Chicken/Veg Biryani, Mughlai biryanis, pulao. Indian Breads: Naan, roomali roti, stuffed kulcha and other breads. Soups, Starters, Desserts & Beverages: A full menu including desserts and drinks — including cocktails and a bar menu. Ambience & Experience: Copper Chimney offers a comfortable indoor setting with stylish décor and relaxed seating, great for lunch, dinner, and small celebrations. The restaurant’s heritage and consistent quality make it a preferred choice for family meals, casual dining, and meals after shopping at Phoenix Marketcity. Guests often appreciate the variety of flavours, hospitable service, and classic Indian cooking
World Of Veg – Rooftop Restaurant, Ramsukh House
World Of Veg is one of Pune’s most popular rooftop restaurants, especially loved for its vegetarian-only menu and scenic skyline views from the rooftop of Ramsukh House on Ganeshkhind Road in Shivajinagar. It’s a favourite spot for lunch, dinner, and casual hangouts with family, friends, or for romantic evenings. Ambience & Location: The restaurant is on the 7th Floor of Ramsukh House, offering a rooftop dining experience with views of the city and an open-air feel. Known for its pleasant ambience, comfortable seating, and relaxed vibe — making it ideal for sunset dinners and special occasions. Spacious setup with seating both indoors and outdoors under the sky. Cuisine & Menu:World Of Veg offers a multi-cuisine vegetarian menu with a wide variety of dishes, including:✔️ North Indian & Indian classics – paneer, tandoori snacks, rich curries. ✔️ Chinese & Oriental favourites – veg noodles, kung pao vegetables, manchurian. ✔️ Italian & Continental options – pizzas, pastas, risottos. ✔️ Thai & Asian dishes with bold flavours. ✔️ Beverages & Desserts – mocktails, shakes, and sweets to complete the meal. The restaurant’s extensive menu caters well to vegetarians and veg-friendly diners, blending global tastes with creative presentations.
Malaka Spice
Type: Southeast Asian / Pan-Asian dining destinationCuisine: Thai, Malaysian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Pan-Asian & FusionAmbience: Fine dining with a vibrant, relaxed feel — indoor and outdoor seating available. Overview:Malaka Spice is one of Pune’s most renowned Asian restaurants, originally founded in 1997 by Praful and Cheeru Chandawarkar. The concept was born from their travels across Southeast Asia — Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, and beyond — and the dishes are inspired by authentic regional flavours with creative twists. The restaurant serves authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, blending traditional recipes with fresh, modern presentation and quality ingredients. The menu includes starters, soups, curries, rice & noodle dishes, salads, and desserts, along with creative beverages and cocktails. Signature and popular items often recommended by diners include Roti Kanai, Chicken Murtabak, Penang Curry, and other Asian delights. Recommended Dishes & Tastes: Some of the highly praised dishes and favourites include: Top Hats & Lotus Stem Tango — creative appetizers inspired by Malay flavours. Tom Yum & Tom Kha Soups — classic Thai soups with fragrant herbs and spices. Grilled Fish in Banana Leaves and Malaka Rendang Mutton — richly flavoured main dishes. Flavorful vegetarian options like Gado Gado and Tofu in Basil & Chilli for plant-based diners.
Atmosphere 6
Atmosphere 6 is a well-known rooftop restaurant, bar, and lounge located on the 6th Floor of Sky Max Mall in Viman Nagar, Pune. It’s popular for its vibrant ambience, city skyline views, eclectic menu, and lively nightlife vibe — making it a favorite spot for dinner outings, casual get-togethers, celebrations, and weekend hangouts. Atmosphere 6 serves a multi-cuisine menu that includes: North Indian & Indian classics Continental and global dishes Chinese/Asian favourites Finger foods and bar bites Vegetarian and non-veg optionsThe drink selection features cocktails, mocktails, beers, and spirits, and the restaurant is known for creative beverages and a full bar experience. Popular dishes mentioned by diners include tandoori chicken, chicken malai tikka, mutton seekh, chana salad, Thai vegetable curry, and more. Rooftop seating with skyline views — ideal for evenings and sunset dinners. Indoor and outdoor areas with modern decor and lounge vibe. Live DJ/music and party atmosphere on busy nights. Great choice for friends’ meetups, date nights, birthdays, small celebrations, and casual dining.