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Tekdi
Tekdi, Pune, India Phone: Not AvailableAbout
Tekdi - is the Marathi word for hill. There are many small scenic hills in the city used for trekking and birdwatching Notable among are Taljai(Near Parvati), Hanuman &Vetal Tekdi(near Law College Road, Paud Phata). Durga Tekdi is a hill in Nigdi Pune. It is popular with the residents of Nigdi. The tekdi (hill) derives its name from the Durga temple on the hill. Durga Tekdi, also known as "Durgadevi park" is one of the prestigious aspects of Pimpri Chinchwad corporation with over 1,60000 trees have been planted on an area of 75 Hectors. Plants such as rain tree, Pelthohorum, Ficus, Neem Glyricidia, Suru, Sisoo, Kasid, Subabul etc. have been planted. Lawn on over 3 acres of land. has been maintained for recreation purposes. Recently 59,805 trees have been planted on 92 Hector of land nearly, This park's Waterfall and floating fountain add to the natural beauty of this hill station.The best period to visit this hill is either in the monsoon or in the winters.
