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FAMOUS PLACES IN INDIA
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Laxmi Vilas Palace
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Amber Palace
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Aga Khan Palace
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None of these
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building. The palace is closely linked to the Indian freedom movement as it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai and Sarojini Naidu. It is also the place where Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai died.
Detailed explanation-2: -Image Gallery of Aga Khan Palace Pune It is open for visitors throughout the week, except on national holidays. You can visit the palace from 9 in morning to around 5:30 in evening.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Aga Khan Palace was built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III in 1892 and has become one of the biggest landmarks in Indian history. The palace was an act of charity by the Sultan who wanted to help the poor in the neighboring areas of Pune at a time when they were drastically hit by famine.