Pune is regarded as the convergence spot of new and old India. Overtime, Pune has established itself as a center for business and academia. In addition to housing Osho Meditation Resort, the city is also a notable historic and cultural center. During monsoon, the historical city of Pune was used as the alternative capital center by the British. The old town had palaces built by maharajas due to the cooler climate the city offers.
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The Aga Khan palace is one of the most gracious buildings in the city and contains Italian arches, suites, spacious lawns, and salons. Pune University is the educational symbol in the city and the Italian Gothic-styled building used to be resided by Mumbai Governor and it is among the oldest educational institutions in the country.
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