Pune Facts

The rich heritage of Pune dates back to more than 600 years. Pune was the headquarters of Shivaji Maharaj, and emerged as a political power to be reckoned with the rule of the Peshwes. Shaniwar Wada, located in the heart of the city, stands a testimony to its glorious past. Pune has provided many illustrious revolutionaries, national leaders, scientists and sportsmen.

The Pune of today is a blend of traditional ethos and contemporary ideas. Known fondly as the Queen of Deccan, Pune is said to be the 'Oxford of the East' due to the presence of a multitude of educational institutions.

Geographical Information

	Geographical Location:	Foothills of Sahyadri Mountains.
	Average Climate:	Summer: 22°C TO 41°C.
	Winter:	8°C TO 25°C.
	Rainfall:	650 To 700 mm.
	Languages:	Marathi ( Main ) Hindi & English
	Altitude:	559 Meters.

Pune Today

Pune today is one of the leading metro cities in India. It is a blend of rich heritage and modernization. Pune boasts of a number of educational institutes in India like the National Defense Academy, IUCAA, NCL, FTII, and is a host to leading software companies like Infosys, Satyam, IBM, Wipro, etc. Pune's proximity to Mumbai, coupled with its temperate climate, make Pune an ideal choice for living / business. Pune city has the largest green coverage among any Indian city - about 40%.

Housing: Pune is surrounded by lush greenery on all sides. It is the only city in India that has a 40% forest coverage. The salubrious atmosphere and proximity to Mumbai make Pune and ideal choice for staying. The growth of the IT and ITES sector has spurred a tremendous upsurge in property demand - both commercial as well as residential; ownership as well as lease. Today, the information technology sector is the prime mover for growth of real estate in Pune.