Shaniwar Wada

PALACE OF THE PESHWAS

SHANIWAR WADA

Shaniwar Wada was the palace of the Peshwas (Prime Ministers to the Maratha King) since the 18th century. The construction of this structure started on a Saturday, hence the name Shaniwarwada. Started by Bajirao I on 10th January 1730 the monument was completed in 1732. Spread over 625 acres, it was primarily a residence of the Peshwa and is a heavily fortified building complex with nine bastions and five gateways. The Pune Municipal Corporation has started a sound and light show in an open air auditorium in the palace grounds of Shaniwarwada which is a must watch.

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