Pune is a large and bustling city. So large, in fact, that it is the second biggest in Maharashtra after Mumbai. Pune is also well known for its great historical significance. It is a place of ruins, where stories of the past exist on every corner. All of this history means that Pune has seen its share of darker moments, which have resulted in plenty of ghost stories. Here is where you can find the […]
The Shaniwar Wada Fort is a historic place of politics, rulers and death that embellishes the city center of Pune, India. The imposing fort continues to stand strong after being constructed in 1732, even after a destructive fire stripped the fort of its interior palace and many other structures in 1828. Although the fort is certainly a historic destination, it is the dark side of its history that has lead to some seriously eerie ghost […]
Perched high upon a dry hill dotted with gnarled, skeletal looking trees sits a ruin that has become rather infamous amongst those who live in Pune, India. Here, on Taljai Hill, is a long-abandoned mansion that has slowly been engulfed by rumors that it is haunted. Today the future of this infamous ruined mansion remains unclear. The land exists upon is slowly being surrounded by new urban development including new homes and a brand new […]
Connecting the outskirts of Pune, India is a bridge with as much history as it has legends. Whilst many people travel this route frequently, not even considering the reputation of Holkar Bridge, there are many more who avoid the bridge completely, especially if night has fallen. The bridge was constructed during the 1800s by the then leader of the Pune area, Madharao Peshwa. It received its name from Yashwantrao Holkar, who commonly camped along the […]
