Pune

With a population of 3.5 million, Pune is the second largest city in the state of Maharashtra, after Mumbai. It has a fast growing industrial hinterland, with many IT and automotive companies setting up factories in Pune district. Today, Pune is known for its educational facilities, with more than a hundred educational institutions and nine universities. These activities and job opportunities attract migrants and students from all over India and abroad, which makes for a modern city of many communities and cultures.

Pune is located at 559 meters above sea level in the Deccan Plateau and is about 160 km from Mumbai. About 12% of the city is mountainous and the natural beauty of the city has given it the title of Deccan Queen. Owing to its geographical location, the climate of the city is pleasant throughout the year.

The Osho International Meditation Resort in Koregon Park attracts many tourists from all over the world. The old historical part of the city hosts many temples and forts and is a good place for traditional Indian shopping. Many restaurants, bars, clubs, movie theatres and shopping centers characterize the young and dynamic cityscape of Pune.

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