Where
Shaniwar Wada
Shaniwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra
About this place
Built in 1732 by Bajirao I as the seat of the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire, Shaniwar Wada was the political centre of the Indian subcontinent in the late 18th century. Most of the wooden palace burned down in 1828, but the massive fortified walls, the Delhi Gate with its iron spikes, and the foundations of the seven-storey Saat Mahal survive. The sound-and-light show in the evening brings the Peshwa story alive.
Tags
#maratha#peshwa#fort#sound-and-light
Frequently asked
What are the timings?
Open daily 8 am to 6:30 pm. The Marathi sound-and-light show runs at 7:15 pm (winter) and 8:15 pm (summer), only on Saturdays and Sundays.
What is the entry fee?
Around ₹25 for Indian citizens and ₹300 for foreigners. The sound-and-light show is a separate ticket of around ₹60.
How do I reach Shaniwar Wada?
Shaniwar Peth in the old city. The nearest railway station is Pune Junction, 3 km away. Buses from Swargate, autos and ride-shares from Pune University all work.
Is much of the original palace left?
The 1828 fire destroyed the wooden palace structures. What survives is the massive stone outer walls, the Delhi Gate with its iron-spiked doors (made to resist elephant battering), and the foundations of the Saat Mahal.
How long should I plan?
An hour suffices for the daytime visit. If you stay for the sound-and-light show, add 90 minutes.
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