Bund Garden, Pune

Just 2 km from the Pune Railway Station lies this popular retreat for people of all ages. The gardens are situated next to Fitzgerald Bridge and take their name from the bund, or dam, on the Mula river.[1].

History

These mini dams built by Jamsetjee Jejeebhoy, the Parsi businessman and philanthropist,[2] served as a source of irrigation water for the under-privileged. The garden was opened in 1869 when the bridge was completed. It was planned by Colonel Sellon who was able to transform the waste space into a pleasing garden,[3] known today as the "Mahatma Gandhi Udyan" a reference to the existing bridge that leads to the Gandhi National Memorial.

Specialties

Offering something for everyone, Bund Garden is a favorite halt for those looking for a quiet, scenic place close to Mother Nature that helps one relax, rejuvenate and get re-energized. Avid joggers throng the area during the early mornings, for whom an exclusive jogging track has been added in the vicinity. Take a boat ride, while enjoying the splendid view of the garden. Sit down under the shades of a tree with a book in your hand. Laze around during the evenings while taking a stroll. Arrange a picnic with family and friends. Watch the migratory birds take flight during winters, or pay a visit to the nearby food joints serving scrumptious paani puri, bhel puri, ragda patty,Kutchi Dabheli and sandwiches. For the kids, the Park has a separate section replete with see-saws and swings. Frequently, magic shows and horse rides are arranged within the premises to keep both the kids and their parents entertained.

How can you reach?

One can reach Bund Garden through Bundgarden Road which starts at Pune Maintown. Nearest Rail station is Pune Junction where number of trains terminate and halt from major cities like Mumbai,New Delhi, Nagpur, Hyderabad,Patna,Chennai and Panjim. Nearest Airport is Pune airport which is well connected to major cities. You can get cabs and taxis from Maintown.

References
  1. http://www.virasatpune.com/fitzgerald-bridge/
  2. https://zoroastrians.net/2011/03/02/sir-jamsetjee-jeejeebhoy-bombays-most-worthy-son/
  3. http://www.bl.uk/onlinegallery/onlineex/apac/photocoll/b/019pho0000002s2u00025000.html

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