About Pune
Pune is the second largest city in the Indian state of Maharashtra and is considered to be the cultural capital of the state. The city
was once the center of power of the Maratha Empire established by Shivaji Maharaj. Pune is known as ‘Oxford of the East’ due to the
presence of several well-known educational institutions in the city.
The city is known for its manufacturing, management, information technology, education, and training. The world's fifth largest
vaccine producer by volume, Serum Institute of India, has a manufacturing plant located in Pune.
Best time to visit Pune
October to March is quite pleasant in terms of weather.
Hotels in Pune
Pune has a glut of hotels ranging from economical hotels to 5-star luxury hotels. Sayaji Hotel, Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden, Hyatt
Pune,
Hyatt Regency and JW Marriott are
some of the best
5-star hotels in Pune. All these are
known for their exceptional hospitality and best in class amenities.
Some of the budget hotels are
The Orchid,
United 21 The Grand Pune and The Pride Hotel.
Restaurants in Pune
There is a surplus of excellent restaurants in Pune, which are well-known for their fine dining experience. They are Chingari, Spice
Kitchen and Paasha. Some of the local restaurants that provide traditional local delicacies are Aaoji Khhaoji, Vohuman Café and JJ
Garden Vada Pav.
Offbeat things to do in Pune
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Pune Cuisine Tour: Introduce yourself to the city’s cuisine. Visit the neighborhood food market to acclimatize
yourself with the Indian spices, fruits and vegetables, and enquire about the nuances involved.
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Visit Osho Ashram: If you are looking for some refreshing time then Osho Ashram is a must visit for
you.
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Visit Shaniwar Wada Palace: Shaniwarwada is a royal residence fortress in the Pune city of Maharashtra.
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Visit Mulshi Lake and Dam: Head out to the Mulshi Lake and Dam to spend some alone time.
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One day trek to Lohagad Fort: Join the one-day trek to Lohagad Fort near Lonavala and experience a beautiful
adventure in a serene place.
FAQs
Q. What are the domestic and international airlines that operate on the Chandigarh to Pune route?
A. The airlines that connect Chandigarh to Pune are
Air India, IndiGo,
Jet Airways, Spicejet and
Vistara.
Q. How is the Pune Airport connected to the city?
A. Pune International Airport is
located approximately 10 km northeast of Pune. The best way to move from Pune International Airport to city center is taxis. The nearest railway station from the airport is Pune Junction Railway Station, located at the distance of 7.9 km.
Q. What is the earliest flight from Chandigarh to Pune?
A. The first flight from Chandigarh to Pune is Jet Airways, which departs at 07:35 am.
Q. What is the last flight from Chandigarh to Pune?
A. The last flight from Chandigarh to Pune is a Jet Airways flight which departs at 09:35 pm.
Q. What are the airlines that provide direct flight from Chandigarh to Pune?
A. The airlines that provide direct flights on this route are Air India, IndiGo, Jet Airways, Multiple Airline,
Spicejet and Vistara.
Q. What are the hotels in the vicinity of Pune airport?
A. The most popular hotels near
Pune airport are FabHotel Silver Crest, Siesta Springs, Hotel Eco Inn and Cosmos
Luxury. All these hotels provide a comfortable stay.
Shopping in Pune
Pune has become a great shopping destination for shoppers. Some of the best places to shop in the city are Phoenix Market City,
Fergusson College Road, Hong Kong Lane and Amanora Mall.
Nightlife in Pune
The student population has significantly augmented the nightlife of this city. There are more than 100 pubs and nightclubs in Pune.
Some of these places are Mi A Mi, Stone Water Grill, The Ship, Area 51, Penthouze Nightlife and High Spirits Cafe.
Major attractions in Pune
Pune is one of the fast developing cities in India that comprises many tourist attractions. Some of the must visit places are
Sinhagad, Shaniwar Wada, Aga Khan Palace, Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple and Torna Fort.
About Chandigarh Airport
Chandigarh International Airport serves the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana. As of July 2017, there are 36 domestic departures and
two international departures from this airport.
Q. How is the Chandigarh Airport connected to the city?
A. The is located 14 km from Chandigarh city and is well connected by buses and taxis. The
railway station is 13 km away from the airport and is also well connected by road.
Q. What are the popular domestic routes from Chandigarh?
A. Chandigarh to Delhi, Chandigarh to Mumbai,
Chandigarh to Kolkata,
Chandigarh to Cochin, Chandigarh to
Ahmedabad,
Chandigarh to Guwahati, Chandigarh to Chennai,
Chandigarh to Goa and Chandigarh to Hyderabad are the most popular domestic
routes.
Q. What are the popular airlines flying from Chandigarh airport?
A. Air India, Jet Airways,
SpiceJet,
IndiGo, Vistara, Air Asia India and
GoAir are the airlines flying from Chandigarh airport.
Q. What are the prominent hotels near Chandigarh airport?
A. Velvet Clarks Exotica,
Lemon Tree Hotel Chandigarh, Maryland Hotel,
The Fern Residency, Hotel Turquoise, Ramada Plaza are some of the best hotels near
Chandigarh airport.
Q. What are the key attractions in Chandigarh?
A. Some of the major attractions of Chandigarh are
The Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden, Pinjore Gardens, International Dolls Museum,
Terraced Garden, Museum and Art Gallery and
ChattBir Zoo.
Q. What is the best time to visit Chandigarh?
A. The best time to visit Chandigarh is from mid-August to November. During these months, the weather remains pleasant.
