Monday, June 18, 2012

Vishram Bagh Wada, Pune

This is located in the heart of the old part of the Pune city on Bajirao Road. One can never miss it when one pass in front of it as its facade is very impressive.




The majestic remains of the 18th century palace are magnificent. This was built by Peshwa Bajirao II as their residence  It is famous for its elaborate wooden facade which showcases the rich culture and heritage.



Purely processed wood Saag has been used for all the woodwork in the palace.The carvings are exquisite piece of Suru work and speaks volumes of the artistic sense of the Peshwa kings. The wood carvings on the pillars and floral motifs are true masterpieces.



47 comments:

  1. The balcony looks beautiful. Wonderful captures, Rajesh!

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  2. Grand building with beautiful facade.

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  3. This facade is truly magnificent.

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  4. truly a treasure!


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  5. Beautiful architect...

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  6. Anonymous20:01

    should check this out some day

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  7. yes! true masterpieces!

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  8. The wood facade is indeed beautiful.

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  9. I love all the arches.

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  10. That is impressive woodwork, nice shots.

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  11. Another beautiful part of the architecture in your country.:) How do you find the time to do so much traveling.;)
    xoxo

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  12. Such a beautiful structure, Rajesh! I love the colors and the carvings! Terrific captures for the day! Enjoy your week!

    Sylvia

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  13. Great photos. I can't imagine how long it must have taken to do the wood carvings.

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  14. Anonymous03:38

    Thank you very much for this adventure and wonderful journey to a country I'd love to visit.

    Please have a good Tuesday.


    daily athens photo

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  15. Beautiful carvings! Never been able to visit North India... It is wonderful to catch a glimpse of the wondrous places in India!

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  16. Beautiful -- we are visiting ancient ruins in Colorado (550 to 1300 AD) ...very very old for our country. (We're at Mesa Verde National Park -- but my blog posts haven't caught up.)

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  17. Anonymous07:59

    beautiful building...

    thanks for sharing

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  18. Wonderful photo with a magnificent monument, I do.

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  19. It is definitely a grand piece of architecture!

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  20. Impressive facade and great wood work display! Detail capture Rajesh.

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  21. I enjoyed seeing the impressive carved facade, quite beautiful and unusual!

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  22. Always lovely shots of such magnificent places!

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  23. Thanks for sharing pictures and telling history from you land:)

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  24. Amazing that this building has such exquisite decorations all carved in wood. Is the whole building made of wood? Thanks for participating in ABC Wednesday!
    Wil, ABC Team

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  25. this is such a lovely post!--hi, new follower :)

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  26. Fantastic building and work!

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  27. I don't think I'd want to live in such an ornate place, but it would be great fun to visit it. The balcony is very special!

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  28. Nice clicks :)
    Feel good ones dude

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  29. great detail, and I imagine a lovely view.

    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  30. You are so right--they are masterpieces! Thanks for sharing this part of the world!

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  31. Rajesh, I would have thought this was stone - I'm glad you explained about the wood carving. It has held up so well through the centuries!

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  32. Exceptional art work.

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  33. I missed it on my trip to pune..oops!such a magnificent piece of work.Thanks for sharing.

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  34. Such a nice post!

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  35. Thank you all for appreciating wonderful craftsmanship.

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  36. Magnificent building indeed, the balcony is so interesting. Nice shots, Rajesh.

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  37. Such beautiful Jharokha !

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  38. Anonymous05:23

    i like how ornate the designs are

    when time races like a bullet

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  39. beautiful RED walls...so majestic :-) Dropping by from last weeks RT2

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  40. The extended windows are way too cool! Amazing architectural beauty!

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  41. Indeed a Masterpiece!

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  42. Anonymous03:43

    loved the photographs ... and the information.. Vishram Bagh waada .. reminds me of few old buildings .. up north .. in Lucknow !!

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  43. Good to know about this place. Nice captures :)

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  44. Thank you for appreciating the wonderful architecture.

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