Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park - 5 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

It is a well-maintained zoological park situated in the Pune district, with good collections of reptiles, mammals, and birds. Among mammals, the zoo has a white tiger and a male Bengal tiger. Other mammals at the zoo include leopard, sloth bears, sambhars, barking deer, blackbucks, monkeys, and elephants. Reptiles include snakes, vipers, Indian crocodiles and Indian star tortoise and birds such as peafowl also feature.

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Attractions Near Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Parvati Hill

Parvati Hill

4.94km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

A hillock and one of the most scenic locations in Pune. There is a temple in the top of the hill and is the oldest heritage structure in Pune and was built during the rule of the Peshwa dynasty. Parvati hill is also an observation point that offers a panoramic view of Pune. It is the second-highest point in Pune

Saras Baug

Saras Baug

5.29km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Saras Baug is a major landmark in the city of Pune. The place where the park now stands was once occupied by a small lake. However, the lake dried up and was later developed into Sarasbaug. there is a Ganesh temple located inside this.

Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple

Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple

6.92km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

The temple is a beautiful construction and boasts a rich history of over 100 years. The Ganesh idol placed inside is 2.2 meters tall and 1 meter wide. and is adorned with nearly 40 kilos of gold.

Lal Mahal

Lal Mahal

7.18km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

This is one of the most famous monuments in Pune. This was established by Shivaji Maharaj in the year 1630 AD. Maharaj stayed here for several years until he captured his first fort. The original Lal Mahal fell into ruins and the current Lal Mahal is a reconstruction of the original and located in the center of the Pune city.

Shree Kasba Ganapati

Shree Kasba Ganapati

7.21km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Shree Kasba Ganapati refers to both a particular idol of the god Ganpati in Pune and as well as to the temple built around the idol. The Kasba Ganapati is the presiding deity,gramadevata0 of Pune.

Shaniwar Wada

Shaniwar Wada

7.26km from Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Shaniwarwada, once the seat of the Peshwa governance in Pune is a 286-year-old mansion and is one of the finest examples of architecture in the city. It is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Maharashtra. This grand mansion was built by the Peshwa Bajirao I himself as the residence of the Peshwas. Although the Wada currently covers an area of 625 acres

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Pune is rich in its history, industry, and agriculture. Pune is also considered an educational hub of the state of Maharashtra.

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