This afternoon, I visited the Nana Wada mansion, located in the heart of Pune.
I visited here 25 years ago when it was in an OKish condition.
Over the years, the condition of the mansion had worsened.
Recently, news about its renovation spread everywhere.
It looked amazing with its new coat of paint.
The stone masonry work and brick arches are now painted in contrasting colors to give them an attractive look.
Now, they have installed the bust statues of the top activists and revolutionaries inside. These are probably part of a light-and-sound show.
5 Interesting Bits about Nana Wada
- Built by Nana Phadnavis (1742–1800)
The mansion was constructed in 1780 as his personal residence. Nana Phadnavis was the chief administrative officer of the Peshwas and a pivotal figure in Maratha politics.
Though today, the municipal corporation has some offices housed there.
-
Classic Peshwa Architecture
The wada showcases traditional Maratha design with **intricate wooden carvings, arches, and sagwan (teak) wood columns. -
Spread over 20,000 sq. ft.
-
Emergency Escape Passage
Nana Wada was designed with foresight in that there’s a hidden stairway built into the wall that served as an emergency exit, a common architectural feature for its time. -
Blend of Maratha and Colonial Influences
It is a fine example of Peshwa-era Maratha architecture and a must-see heritage site when you visit Pune. I will happily take you there on your next visit - let me know in advance before you arrive in Pune
Here are the ticket rates for the Nana Wada:
Kids below 12 yrs and students of all ages = INR 10
Adults = INR 25
Foreigners = INR 300
If the Nana Wada is closed for some reason, visitors can explore nearby Wada Mansions, like:
Here’s a collage of the various features of Nana Wada, like the entrance, wooden carvings, and accessibility.
Here’s an AI-generated synopsis of the Nana Wada of Pune:
This post supports @DurgaK03’s challenge about Traditional mansions, palaces, and royal residences.
