About Pune, Maharashtra

Situated 560 metres above sea level on the Deccan plateau at the confluence of the Mula and Mutha river, Pune is the second largest city of Maharashtra and the eighth most populous metropolitan area in India. Many sobriquets have been given to this lovely city which is one of the greenest urban areas in the country. This beautiful 'Queen of the Deccan' surrounded by numerous hills nestles prettily in the natural setting with a pleasant climate.

Though Pune is not a typical tourist destination, it has some distinct characteristic features to attract the tourists. It is a friendly city that oozes a relaxed ambience.Well known for Shrewsbury biscuits, Osho slippers and the famous German Bakery, it is a beautiful blend of old and new.

Replete with a glorious history, the 'cultural capital of Maharashtra' still continues to woo the visitors with the legacy left behind by its rulers. The lovers of art and history will enjoy while touring this city. The Sinhagad Fort, the Shaniwar wada and many such monuments still retain the magic to captivate the visitors.

Rightly known as the Oxford of the East, this beautiful city has numerous premier education institutions to boast of and enjoys being one of the popular destinations of the students coming from every nook and corner of the world. It is because of this reason, it looks colourful and vibrant.

The 'automobile city' of Maharashtra houses some of the well known automobile manufacturers .Tata motors being one of them is located in the suburbs of the city. Today it is one of the major IT hubs frequented by the business travellers.

CITY FACTS

Pune as a city has grown manifolds over the past few decades, fondly called as the Oxford of the East and the cultural capital of Maharashtra.

LANGUAGE:
Marathi is the most common language spoken by majority of the population here.Hindi is the second widely used language in the city. English is the third most popular language and one of the preferred languages by the educated class. Gujarati and Parsis languages are also spoken beacuse of a high concentartion of Gujrati and Parsi population in the city.

LOCATION:
Pune the second largest city in Maharashrta is located at the confluence of the Mula and Mutha rivers, on the Deccan Plateaue about 560mts above the sea level.

SAFETY:
As is with the most of the cites, the intra-city areas are very safe even during the night. Venturing alone or into unknown areas near the ghats or on the outskirts are not advisable.

Though Pune does not report of very serious crime rates, petty thefts etc. are to be watched out for. Do not stop to give lifts or to ask directions during night times in isolated areas.

CURRENCY:
The Indian Rupee is the used currency. Many new currency exchange points and ATM centers are spread over the city which makes it easier for the visitors to draw money at any point of time.