Pune, once the power center of the Maratha Empire, played a key role in Indian history. It was the childhood home of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and later became the administrative seat of the Peshwas. The Shaniwar Wada Fort, built in 1732, remains a powerful reminder of the city’s valor and political influence.
Pune also evolved into a reformist hub in the 19th century, producing iconic leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent freedom fighter. Known for its educational institutions and progressive ethos, Pune earned the nickname “Oxford of the East.”
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