Shinde Chhatri, Pune

Wanawadi Road, Pune Cantonment

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Monument

Entry Fee & Ticket

Shinde Chhatri open from 07:00 am to 08:00 pm all days in week, Entry fee Rs10. | Genral entry - ₹10/-, Foreigners - ₹100/-

Opening Time & Days

The Mahadji Shinde Chhatri opening and closing timings is 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM

Open Days

The Shinde Chhatri is open every day for visitors

Best Time to Visit

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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Place Type

Monument

Nearest Metro Station

Swargate Metro Station

4.8 km away

How to Reach Shinde Chhatri

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Shinde Chhatri.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into Pune Airport

10.1 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Pune Railway Station

5.5 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Vallabhnagar State Transport Bus Stand

17.3 km away

About Shinde Chhatri

Shinde Chhatri is a memorial on Wanawadi Road in Pune, dedicated to the famous 18th-century Maratha ruler and commander Mahadji Shinde. Built in the late 18th century under the Maratha Empire, the site is a historical and cultural landmark that attracts both scholars and tourists interested in Maratha history. The memorial spans approximately 1.5 acres and is set amidst beautiful gardens. The Shinde Chhatri reflects the hallmarks of Maratha architecture with its domed pavilions, intricate stone carvings and ornamental pillars, showcasing a fusion of indigenous design and craftsmanship of the region, symbolising bravery, heritage and religious devotion.

Architecture of Shinde Chhatri

Shinde Chhatri exemplifies traditional Maratha architectural style with notable Rajput and Mughal influences. Built in the late 18th century during Mahadji Shinde’s governance, the structure employs locally sourced black basalt stone and lime mortar. The monument features an elevated central dome supported by intricately carved pillars, representing a fusion of functional engineering and aesthetic adulteration. Arched entrances and ornamental jaalis allow light and ventilation, while the surrounding landscaped area complements the solemnity of the cenotaph. The use of water channels and raised plinths demonstrates advanced engineering practices of the period.

Central domed cenotaph
Ornamental stone pillars
Arched gateways
Perimeter gardens
Stone pathways and terraces
Small subsidiary shrines

Interesting facts about Shinde Chhatri

Shinde Chhatri is a rare surviving example of 18th-century Maratha funerary architecture in Pune.The cenotaph’s pillars display intricate floral and geometric carvings symbolic of Maratha valor.Construction uses black basalt stone with lime mortar, enhancing durability and local authenticity.Raised plinth and water channels indicate knowledge of microclimate control in architectural design.The domed structure is oriented to align with traditional Vastu principles and ceremonial pathways.Archaeological studies have highlighted the monument’s significance in understanding Maratha funerary rituals.

Shinde Chhatri FAQs:

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. | Genral entry - ₹10/-, Foreigners - ₹100/- The Mahadji Shinde Chhatri opening and closing timings is 07:00 AM – 08:00 PM.

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