Deccan Odyssey (Day by Day) Tour
Day 05 : Pune (Sunday)
Next
morning, the royal train pulls into Pune, the erstwhile capital of Maratha.
Also known as the cultural capital of the state, it is hometown of famous poets,
writers, singers and artists. After a royal breakfast in the train, step out
to discover this early home of Shivaji, the great Maratha warrior.
First stop is Phule Mandai, the old central market, named after the great social
reformer Mahatma Jatiba Phule. It consists of a large octagonal central tower
with Gothic features and arms radiating from it. A reminder of the day's gone
by. Move on to the Raja Kelkar Museum, a quaint Rajasthani-styled building with
an interesting personal collection of artifacts and antiques belonging to the
17th , 18th and the 19th century. Move on to the David Synagogue, believed to
be one of the largest in the world. Built by a Jewish merchant, Sir David Sassoon
in 1867, it is one of the finest synagogues in India.
It is time to move on to the world famous Rajneesh Ashram. Commonly known as
Osho Ashram, the lushly landscape 24-acre commune offers numerous progammes
with an emphasis on mediation. Thousands alight here every day in search of
spiritual meanings.
After a quick lunch break at the Hotel Le Meridian, next stop is the Tribal
Museum with an impressive collection of nearly2000 rare and precious articles
related to the tribal life of maharashtra. The 12 sections include domestic
life, agricultural, weapons and woodvarving.
Now, the luxury bus takes you to the Aga Khan Palace. A historical monument
where Mahatma Gandhi and his wife were imprisoned along with other national
leaders after he started the Quit India movement. Listen to the magic of hymns
and devotional songs presented by a small group of artistes near the memorial
of Smt. Kasturba Gandhi.
Before you realize it, the day has ended. And it's time for the famous light
and sound show at the Shaniwarwada Palace, built in 1732 by the peshwas. Traditional
'tutari', 'sanai', 'chaughada', garlands and 'kumkum tilak' welcome you at the
entrance. While the daring story of the erstwhile Maratha Empire enacted by
light the sound capture your imagination inside.
After a sumptuous meal on board the royal train, your next destination is the
6th century.
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