Peshwe Museum — Attraction in Pune

Pune and the Peshwas have a significant relevance from the 1700s to 1818. The city of Pune speaks of the legacy of the Peshwa raj in every nook and corner. Pune was under the protection of the Peshwas until the death of Bajirao II and the Peshwa Museum on Parvati Hill is a gem that will make you revisit the Peshwa Era.The museum houses many artefacts and collectives of the Peshwa era sourced from various Peshwa Mansions. The collectives include everything related to the Peshwa rulers, from weapons, clothes, jewellery, sword, a bathing tub, utensils, drums, matkas, and riding attire to street lamp posts, locks, furniture, musical instruments, and riding attire used by royalty. You will find maps, a Peshwa family tree as well as paintings of imminent Maratha leaders like Nanasaheb Peshwa, Chimaji Appa, Bajirao Peshwa, Mastani, and Balaji Vishwanath.There is a box full of coins from the Mughal, Peshwa and British Era that will excite coin lovers and collectors. The coins are sourced from the Peshwa, Mughal and British periods and are quite rare and highly valued. You will also find medieval manuscripts related to the Peshwas, as well as some old and rare photographs of Pune city as well.Located right beside the museum is the Samadhi of Shrimant Nanasaheb Peshwa that pays homage to his contribution to the Peshwa raj. The museum is a walk through the glorious years of art, culture and civilisation that once was part of Pune during the Peshwa Era. It is an unforgettable experience that depicts the strength, patriotism and passion that the Peshwa’s lived with. A visit to this museum will not only reconnect you to Pune’s glorious, remarkable history but will also make you feel extremely proud...

The Peshwe Museum in Pune offers a captivating journey into the Maratha Empire's illustrious past. Situated atop Parvati Hill, this museum is housed in a palace built in 1795 by Nanasaheb Peshwa, providing visitors with a panoramic view of the city and a serene environment that complements the historical exhibits.

Inside, the museum showcases an extensive collection of artifacts from the Peshwa era, including weaponry, jewelry, clothing, furniture, musical instruments, and coins spanning various periods such as the Chola, Mughal, Portuguese, and British eras. Visitors can also explore detailed portraits of prominent Peshwa figures like Nanasaheb Peshwa, Chimaji Appa, Bajirao Peshwa, Mastani, and Balaji Vishwanath, along with maps illustrating the extent of their influence.

The museum's location on Parvati Hill adds to its allure, offering breathtaking views of Pune and a peaceful ambiance. However, potential visitors should be prepared for a climb, as the museum is situated...

The museum is situated on Parvati Hill. You need to take a 5-6 min of stair climb on on hill to reach. To enter in museum you need to pay 20 Rs. per person. Museum has collection of old things of maratha peshwa dynasty. It includes things like lamps, rocky statues, drawings, older key locks, older coins, clothes, weapons, kitchen vessels, toys, storage utensils, some letters and articles and lot many things. Shocking thing was that they have kept real elephant's horn & feet, leopard's head, etc.. (Not sure if it's real, but they have claimed/labelled it below the things)

I think it's really a good collection. Tickets are affordable. For Newbies it's really a nice thing to happen to see this collection.

Tip: Mostly you forget or don't look at ceilings. I would say observe the lanterns, lamps on ceilings as well.

Apart from museum, you get very good city view from Parvati hills.

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