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There are a number of tourist places in Poona. Amongst the must visits are:
Osho Ashram
The most important landmark of Poona is the residence of the self-proclaimed guru, Bhagwan Rajneesh, also known as Osho. The ashram in Poona still attracts thousands of devotees, sightseers, curious onlookers and lots of controversy. The Shanwarawada Palace with its pleasant gardens and huge outer walls is another must visit in Poona.
Raja Kelkar Museum
The Raja Kelkar Museum with unusual, the antique and the artistic collections draws several tourists. The major exhibits are the 17th century miniatures, of musical instruments, of antique pottery, and unusually, betel-nut cutters and brass padlocks. The other must visit museum is the Tribal Museum near the railway station.
Gandhi National Memorial
The Gandhi National memorial, in the Aga Khan palace is also an important landmark of Poona. The 8th century rock-cut temple, the Ptaleshwar Temple on a hill a little outside town is one of the most popular temples, dedicated to goddess Parvati. There is a famous Muslim shrine, the Qamarali Darvesh that has a stone that is reputed to levitate. Twenty-five kilometers south-west of Poona, perched on a hill-top, is one of Maharashtra's many forest, Sinhagad, or the Lion Fort.
Bund Gardens
For enjoying the gorgeous greens Poona offers the Bund gardens on the banks of the river Mula-Mutha.
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