Shinde Chhatri, Pune

Shinde Chhatri | One of the best places to visit in Pune

LocationWanawadi Road, Pune Cantonment, Pune (Map 📍)
Entry Fee / Ticket PriceGenral entry - ₹10/-, Foreigners - ₹100/-
Opening & Closing TimeThe Mahadji Shinde Chhatri opening and closing timings is 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Opening & Closing DaysThe Shinde Chhatri is open every day for visitors
Place TypePalace & Landmarks, Monument
Place visit withFriends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples
Best time to visitJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest Metro StationSwargate Metro Station (4.26 KM) , Mandai Metro Station (4.86 KM) , Pune Railway Station Metro Station (4.88 KM) , Ruby Hall Clinic Metro Station (4.94 KM)

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About Shinde Chhatri

Shinde Chhatri in Pune is a monument dedicated to the 18th century Commandant Shri Mahadji Shinde. Shinde served as the commander-in-chief of the Maratha army under the Peshwas from 1760-1780. It is located in the Wanwadi area of Pune and is reminiscent of the Maratha rule. Shinde Chhatri is a hall that marks the place of cremation of Mahadji Shinde. This place is one of the oldest places in Pune, and is a part of the heritage of the city.

Interesting facts about Shinde Chhatri

  1. It is a triple storeyed structure with a high ceiling and beautiful architecture.
  2. The architectural grandeur of the building with beautiful carvings is commendable.
  3. Mahadji Shinde also built a temple for Lord Shiva inside the hall in 1974.
  4. The sculptures and carvings are made of yellow stone and the base of the sanctum (sanctum sanctorum) is made in black stone.
  5. The monument has a painted silver likeness of a warrior covered with a flame colored turban and a shawl.
  6. The Chhatri or Hall has a gallery with carvings and paintings. It contains paintings and photographs of the Scindia family.

How to reach Shinde Chhatri

By Rail:- The distance from Shinde Chhatri to Pune Railway Station is 6 km. You can take a rickshaw to reach Shinde Chhatri.

By Bus:- To go to Shinde Chhatri, you can go to the bus station which is a short distance away and take a city bus from there.

By Air:- The distance from Shinde Chhatri and Airport is about 13 km, from here you can book a cab.

Nearby famous places

  • Shaniwar Wada
  • Dagdusheth Ganpati
  • Saras Baug
  • Laxmi Road
  • Aga Khan Palace
  • Darshan Museum
  • Sri Balaji Mandir

Frequently asked questions about Shinde Chhatri:

𝒜. It is located at Wanawadi Road, Pune Cantonment, Pune.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Shinde Chhatri: Shinde Chhatri open from 07:00 am to 08:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs10..

𝒜. You should visit Shinde Chhatri during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.

📅 Last update: 2024-07-05 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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