The cultural capital of Maharashtra, is a striking city set amidst picturesque locales. Pune is known to be the state's second largest city. In the earlier times, the city had been the residence of Shivaji - the Maratha leader. Distinguished for its educational institutions, Pune is also called 'The Oxford of the East'. This beautiful city observes vivacious nightlife and effervescent ambiance.
Also known as 'The Queen of the Deccan', Pune is the gateway to the popular hill stations of Maharashtra. Its glorious history of years reveals that earlier it was called Punya-Vishaya. Later the British popularized it as Poona and from the past few years, it is called Pune.
