Junnar

Junnar city is located in the district of Pune of the Indian State of Maharashtra. The heritage of this city dates back almost to the first millennium. As per the legends, the fort close to this city, Shivneri Fort happens to be the birthplace of the great Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Junnar city was also declared as the first tourism taluka of Pune District by the State Government of Maharashtra on 9th of January, 2018. The city has been one of the important parts of the trading and political centre for the two millenium as it falls on the trade route that links some of the western ports of India. 

Junnar is dotted with a number of beautiful tourist attractions which will surely cast a mystical charm in your mind. During your visit to this city, you can marvel at lenyadri girijatmaj temple which is popular for its natural beauty and divine connections, Junnar Fort which is popular for its majestic stance and heritage, Shwanta Theatre which is known for its classical acts and culture, Junnar Caves known for its artworks and mystery, Lenyadri Caves famous for its a series of about 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves, and Harishchandragad Fort known for its trekking activities. 

There are a lot of activities to indulge during your visit to the historical city of Junnar. You will get a chance to visit loads of religious places, marvel at some of the historical and mythological attractions, explore the wonderful forts and caves, and enjoy some trekking expeditions through the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges. 

The climate of Junnar city is hot semi arid type along with tropical wet and dry type. The average temperature of this place ranges in between 20 and 28 degree celsius. The summer months are experienced from the month of March to the month of May, rainy season is experienced from the month of June to the month of October and winter season is experienced from the month of November to the month of February.