Culture Of Pune

  Statue Dhol Tasha Pathak Pune, also called Poona, city, west-central Maharashtra state, western India, at the junction of the Mula and Mutha rivers. Called “Queen of the Deccan,” Pune is the cultural capital of the Maratha peoples. The city first gained importance as the capital of the Bhonsle Marathas in the 17th century. It is one of the most important industrial and educational hubs of India, with an estimated population of 7.4 million as of 2020.As of 2021, Pune Metropolitan Region is the largest in Maharashtra by area, with a geographical area of 7,256 sq km. It has been ranked "the most liveable city in India" several times. Pune is also considered to be the cultural and educational capital of Maharashtra.                                                Historical attractions include the 8th century rock-cut Pataleshwar cave temple, the 18th century Sh...