Experience in Pune, India by Amit

What is it like to live in Pune? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Pune is the favourite destination for education and IT companies. Pune is peaceful city except traffic hours. You wouldn't find transport at easy so you have to have your own. I'd recommend the city for work and education only.

What is the student lifestyle like in Pune?

Student lifestyle is not different from others. It is difficult to find any part time job. Although there are serveral colleges serve job opportunities but not every so it becomes hard to find job after graduation. Students often busy with hectic college schedules since colleges here are strict. Still few of them do parties and all on weekends.

How much does it cost to live in Pune?

INR
Apartment : 15K+ ( For entire 1 bhk )
Food : 6+
Parties : 7+
Transport: 1+
Others : 2+

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Pune? Is there any advice you can give?

Yes sometimes it is difficult if you find on your own.
There are some websites like
magicbricks.com
99acres.com
You may find owner or agents posted ads.
In the heart of city many societies don't allow bachelor accommodation. So it may be difficult as a bachelor.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Food is typical Maharashtrian here.
Full of spices, chillies and oil.
You may get your favourite food in International hotels which are costly.
My favourite dish is Misal Pav.

What places would you recommend visiting in Pune?

Pune is surrounded by many hill stations and it is treat for travellers as well as Photographers.
Some of them are : Lonavala, Khandala, Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Mulshi, Sinhgad Fort, Lavasa City and many more small places.
If you are fond of beaches you can get those in 150 kms from Pune, like Alibaug, Harihareshwar and many more.

Is it good to eat out in Pune? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes it is good.
You can find best restaurants on FC Road street which is my favourite street.

Is the nightlife good in Pune? Where is good to go?

It is not bad actually.
You may find most of the premium pubs in Koregaon Park.

What advice would you give future students heading to Pune?

Student dont get fooled here.
Study your college before going there.
There are many colleges but only few of them are good.
Except 2-3 colleges you will need to knownlittle bit Marathi here.