Car Hire from Pune to Malshej Ghat

The long-standing bastion of the Maratha Empire and home to the legendary Raja Shivaji, Pune is marked by magnificent land and sea forts. Pune in Maharashtra was known as the ‘Punyanagari’, during the medieval days. It personified the political nave of the Peshwa Empire, before the British invaded it in 1817. Thenceforth, is plied as the cantonment town and also the, monsoon capital for the British, until India’s independence in 1947. Pune à la mode has become the centre of traditional Marathi culture, where arts and crafts, education and theatre are given pride of place. En route to becoming a cosmopolitan city, Pune is an important commercial centre and economic hub of India. The Automotive Research Association of India, which is responsible for the homologation of all vehicles available in India, is based in Pune. Each and every sector of the automotive industry is represented. Pune also has hundreds of large and small IT companies. A testimony to its glorious past ‘Old Pune’ with its narrow winding roads offers an interesting contrast to the open, spacious new city. However, the old-world charm and its many quaint characteristics, including the omnipresent cyclists, rickshaws and a daily siesta hour, are still retained by Pune. In the cusp of verdant hills and beautiful lakes, Pune has a temperate climate and is among the greenest urban areas in India. The confluence of the Mula and Mutha rivers is the location of Central Pune. The northwestern outskirts of metropolitan Pune is traversed by the Pavana and Indrayani rivers, tributaries of the Bhima River. From tourists asunder, large number of working professionals and students also travel to Pune from Mumbai quite often. They ordinarily hire a car from Pune to Mumbai to save themselves precious time and money. Indian highways and state highways connect Pune to other cities. Pune is connected to Mumbai, Bangalore and Kolhapur via National Highway 4 (NH 4) and is also accessible via NH 9 to Hyderabad, and NH 50 to Nashik. State highways connect it to Ahmednagar, Aurangabad, and Alandi as well. India's first six-lane high-speed expressway, the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, was completed in 2002, and has reduced travel time between Pune and Mumbai to almost two hours. Travelling by hired cabs also ensures that they can ride at their own pace and stop for a quick meal or photo session wherever and whenever they want.

David Synagogue, in Byculla near Pune, is a specimen of Victorian architecture. It vaunts of huge Gothic-style front pillars and a grand clock-tower that overlooks the entire span of the city. Pataleshwar Cave Temple, heretofore another tourist spot in Pune, is a rock-cut shrine that dates back to the eighth century. Close to the Pataleshwar Temple, Jangali Maharaj Temple is another religious site of reverence. Other sightseeing landmarks in Pune include Mushli Lake, Bund Garden, the Tribal Museum and the National War Museum. 

Situated forty kilometers away from Pune is the Bhatgar Dam. Built on the river Velvandi it is among the highest river dam walls in India, and the embankments makes for a good day outing.

Sited approximately sixty kilometers away from Pune are the caves of Karla and Bhaja. The caves are surrounded by lush green mountains. These rock-cut Buddhist caves houses a myriad of ancient viharas and chaityas which date back to the 1st and 2nd centuries BC.

The majestic forts of Visapur and Lohaad, were built by Shivaji in the 18th century. Located 52 kilometers away from Pune plays the perfect host to adventure enthusiasts. Standing sentinel atop an impressive hill the forts are separated by a kilometer long ridge and are perfect sites for hiking and trekking.

The scenic hill station of Mahabaleshwar is at a distance of only 120 kilometers. During the rule of the British Raj, Mahabaleshwar was the summer capital of the Bombay Presidency and some traces of that period still remain intact. A favorite getaway destination for the citizens of the cosmopolitan cities of Pune and Mumbai, it offers a respite from the daily grind of fast paced city life.

Famous for its association with the movements leading upto the Indian independence the Aga Khan Palace is one of the prima tourist attractions in Pune. The British had imprisoned Hordes of freedom fighters including Mahatma Gandhi were imprisoned, by the British, in this palace. There are marble statues of Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadeobhai Desai inside, both of whom were imprisoned here in 1942 during the Quit India Movement.
The Osho International Meditation Resort has acquired international recognition with thousands of people, giving Pune an international flavour. Hordes of people from more than hundred countries, visit the Resort every year. The beauty of the Resort is in its green and tranquil surroundings, which creates a suitable and conducive environment for meditation and introspection. Osho Teerth, a beautiful garden features as an important place on the itinerary of Pune visitors. It is a major contribution to the environment of west side Pune. The resort won the 'Pune's Pride’ award.
 

The shopping centers at MG Road, supplies all kinds of goods to all kinds of shoppers. Everything from clothes, shoes, accessories and even household goods and items can be purchased. Great bargains are offered at Tulsi Baug on Bajirao Road. Fashion Street provides the latest haute couture.

Sited about 12 kilometers from Pune is the Panshet Dam. A world of thrilling water sports and related activities can be experienced here. Visitors can indulge in wind surfing, kayaking, speed- boats and scooters are also available at the water sports complex.

The birthplace of the great maratha warrior Shivaji, Shivneri Fort is located at a distance of 94 kilometers away from Pune. 

Savor the cuisine of Pune which uses Pearl millet and Sorghum as the main ingredients of traditional Pune food. Other specialties include Bhakri (millet pancakes) with Pithla (a flour-based curry), Puran Poli (a dessert bread), Bhelpuri and Pav Bhaji, Mastani, a thick milkshake containing dried fruit, which are a specialty of the city; while Misal Pav, Vada Pav and Poha are common and popular street foods. Being a Metropolitan city, Pune has a wide variety of restaurants, serving cuisines from all over the world.