Lal Mahal stands as a testimony to the bravery and magnificence of the Marathas, Lal Mahal is one of Pune’s most popular attractions. This is the place that was the family home of Shivaji Maharaj and one can see various stages of his life through beautiful paintings and murals here. The original monument was destroyed by various enemy attacks.

The Lal Mahal (Red Palace) of Pune is one of the most famous monuments located in Pune. In the year 1630 AD, Chhatrapati Shivaji’s Father Shri Shahaji Bhosale, established the Lal Mahal for his wife Jijabai and son. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj stayed here for several years until he captured his first fort. The original Lal Mahal fell into ruins and the current Lal Mahal is a reconstruction of the original and located in the center of the Pune city. Historically, the Lal Mahal is famous for an encounter between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Shaista Khan where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj cut off the later’s fingers when he was trying to escape from the window of the Lal Mahal.

The Lal Mahal (Red Palace) of Pune is one of the most famous monuments located in Pune, India, where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of the Maratha Empire spent his childhood.

Location: Shivaji Road, Durvankur Society, Kasba Peth, Pune.

Price: Rs. 3 per adult.

Timings: Every day 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, and 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm