Dnyaneshwar Muktabai Temple Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Dnyaneshwar Muktabai Temple Pune

Dnyaneshwar Muktabai Temple, located at a place named Muktai Nagar near Alandi, is many centuries old temple dedicated to Muktabai, the youngest sister of Dnyaneshwar. It is believed that Muktabai was the incarnantion of Hindu Goddess Saraswati or Goddess Shakti. Muktabai is assumed to be born in 1199 at Alandi and she was considered as Guru of Yogi Chaangdev Maharaj.

At present there are two temples dedicated to Muktabai in Alandi. The new Muktabai temple in the town and the Mehun temple are the two temples dedicated to Muktabai. The large regional fair attracts huge draw of people in this place which is conducted four days before the Mahashivaratri.

Tikona Fort Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Tikona Fort Pune

 Tikona Fort, also known as ‘Triangle Fort’, is located at an altitude of 3633 feet above sea level. This hill fort, renowned as Vitandgad Fort, is located in the Maval region of Lonavala (West Maharashtra). Built in a triangular shape, the fort is situated on the Tikona peak, near the Pavana River (Kamshet). 

This fortress has been home for many dynasties that ruled the Maratha region, along with being the major centre of activities of the Pauna Mawal. The small lakes and water tanks inside the fort served as the main source of water in the old days. 

The entrance of the fort is the major attraction. This fort encloses numerous Buddhist caves and Satvahan caves with a temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev' inside. Besides, the landmark draws numerous trekkers and nature lovers.

Karla Caves Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Karla Caves Pune

 The Karla Caves or Karle Caves are a complex of ancient Indian Buddhist rock-cut cave shrines developed over two periods – from the 2nd century BC to the 2nd century AD, and from the 5th century AD to the 10th century. The oldest of the cave shrines is believed to date back to 160 BC. Located in Karli near Lonavala, Maharashtra, the caves lie near a major ancient trade route, running eastward from the Arabian Sea into the Deccan. Karli's location in Maharashtra places it in a region that marks the division between North India and South India.[1] Buddhists, having become identified with commerce and manufacturing through their early association with traders, tended to locate their monastic establishments in natural geographic formations close to major trade routes so as to provide lodging houses for travelling traders. Today, the cave complex is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.

Bhaja Caves Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Bhaja Caves Pune

Bhaja caves, second century old Buddhist caves, in Lonavala is rare Buddhist tourist destination. These caves encloses 18 rock cut caves constructed by Buddhist nuns and enshrines many sculptures like a prince in a chariot, a prince seated on an elephant, three armed warriors and dancing couples. All these sculptures are the specimen of Indian architectural age and the mastery in sculpturing. 

Khandala Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Khandala Pune

 Khandala is a popular hill station and a weekend getaway of Maharashtra. Located at an elevation of 625 metres above sea level and just 5 km away from Lonavala, it has a pleasant weather and plenty of outdoor activities. 

Khandala is situated at the end of the Bhor Valley and serves as a popular hiking destination for the residents of Maharashtra. There is no reliable historical evidence to suggest the origin of this place and the founding fathers. However, it is well known that Khandala was ruled by Chatrapathi Shivaji and subsequently by the Peshwa rulers, until it was taken over by the British.

Khaakwasla Dam Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Khaakwasla Dam Pune

 Khadakwasla is a dam situated 20 km from the City of Pune in Maharashtra, India. This dam is one of the main sources of water for Pune. In the vicinity of the dam, there is a Dental Centre, a Veterinary Hospital, the well-known National Defence Academy and Central Water & Power Research Station(CWPRS). Just a few kilometres up the road, lies Sinhagad Fort and the twin dams of Panshet and Varasgaon which mainly supply water for irrigation. In 1961, the Khadakwasla Dam had to be blown, as the Panshet Dam overflowed, causing devastating floods in Pune. The dam was later rebuilt. The original dam, built in 1879 as a masonry gravity dam was the first of its kind in the world.

Ram Mandir Pune Tourism, Travelling guide, Tourist places near Ram Mandir Pune

Ram Mandir in Alandi is one of the important temples in the town. The temple is dedicated to Ram, one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Ram Navami during February-March is a major celebration in this temple.

The temple attracts huge draw of pilgrims all through the year. This temple is placed at a walking distance from the town. For those pilgrims to offer prayers to Lord Ram, Ram temple in Alandi is a perfect temple to get mental peace and tranquility. The temple itself is located at the bank of Indrayani River in a serene environment.