Built in 1732 by the Peshwas, this is a landmark structure in the heart of Pune town. It was occupied by the Pehawas until 1818 when they lost the Anglo- Maratha war to the British. The fort has five entrance gates and Dilli Darwaza is the main one.The fort had many important structures inside such as the reception hall, dance hall and mirror hall along with wooden pillars, doorways in teak wood, chandeliers, paintings and rugs, most of which were gutted in a fire in 1828. Presently it has a nice garden, the palace fountain and ruins of various structures. This historic fort is claimed to be haunted by the ghost of Narayanrao, the fifth Peshwa ruler who was murdered by his guards.
Like the b&w look! :)
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DeleteLovely captures!!
ReplyDeleteWant to visit :)
Thank you. Head there soon.
DeleteEver since I saw Bajirao Mastani I was interested in seeing the palace. Hopefully some day soon.
ReplyDeleteAm sure you will love it.
DeleteLooks like such a an interesting place...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, though most of its sheen has been lost.
DeleteThe film Bajirao Mastani got me interested in this one. Thank you for the virtual trip.
ReplyDeleteAnd now I am really intrigued to learn that it is claimed to be haunted by the ghost of Narayanrao, the fifth Peshwa ruler who was murdered by his guards.
Glad you liked it. Do visit.
DeleteLovely takes..Yes..the same question like couple of others..why in B&W?
ReplyDeleteThank you. Felt monochrome suited the historical structure better. :)
DeleteThe monochrome images have made it look more haunted ☺️
ReplyDeleteJust kidding...nice coverage.
Interesting observation. Thank you. :)
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DeleteImposing!
ReplyDeleteIt must have taken ages to build such a structure.
The b&w pics seem just right for Shaniwar Wada.
Thank you, Nambiare. Absolutely a magnificent fort.
DeleteNice pictures and narration.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Aravind.
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ReplyDeleteMagnificent captures of beautiful place.
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