Temples Tour of Pune

Discover more about Hindu culture by visiting significant shrines around Pune. Learn about the god Ganesha and explore the oldest market in the city.

Itinerary

We will meet at the specified time at Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati, a key temple in Pune. We will stop at the grand entrance to discuss its construction and view the two marble sentinels.

Inside the temple, you will see the statue of the Hindu God Ganesha, decorated with over forty kilos of gold. The tour will explain why this god has the body of a human and the head of an elephant.

The journey continues to five other ancient temples dedicated to Ganesha, where you will learn about its cultural significance. Each shrine will offer blessings and insights into Hinduism.

Next, we will visit the oldest market in Pune, where we will browse stalls selling a variety of local products.

Finally, the tour concludes in the Tulsi Baugh area.