46th Annual Conference of Urological Society of India

17^th to 20^th January 2013

" Invent a Better Tomorrow "

1. Jadhavgadh: 'Fort JADHAVGADH' (Built in 1710 by Pillaji Jadhavrao) is the first in a series of Heritage forts scheduled in Maharashtra and the Rest of India. Situated in the beautiful rolling hills located 22 km away from Pune on the old Pune – Satara Road Fort Jadhavgadh lies in the heart of the Jadhavwadi – a 25 acre land. The Fort a fine example of Maratha craftsmanship was built by Pillaji Jadhavrao. A man who himself was as strong in mind and body as the stone structure he envisioned to create. The man named Pilaji Jadhavrao - Maratha General in the army of Chatrapati Shahuji, proved his mettle each and every time someone dared to challenge the supremacy of the Maratha ruler.
   
   
2. Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Sarvajanik Ganpati Temple:  This temple is the pride, prestige, inspiration and ideal for Maharashtra´s Public Ganpati Festival. It is by far one of the most beautiful temples in terms of construction and beauty.
   Worshipers from all corners of the world come to see Legendary, Wonderful, Miraculous and auspicious temple. The scene is quintessence of Worship and affection for the Lord Ganesh. Worshipers worship with full faith in the Lord. And purifies the soul. Worshipers pay visit to just observe the idol of Lord with all the faith and affection. And preserve the image in their heart and soul. The worshipers bow down in front of the Lord with their two hands and head down, by offering the flowers and even the petals experience the gratitude, worshipers ask for blessings for life´s journey strength, power, energy, force, happiness, contentment, glory, to attain success and fame and to get rid of sadness, misery, distress and sufferings ask for mercy from the Lord, to attain success in the field of academics and to divert them towards Knowledge and wisdom they put forth their beseech the Lord of Knowledge and wisdom Vinayak, thus many such worshipers through their faith beautify Lord Ganesh´s court.
   
   
3. Sinhagad - The Lion Fort :Easily the most popular getaway and weekend picnic destination from Pune, Sinhagad with the 17th century fort - Sinhagad Fort, which would quite literally transalate to as the Lion Fort, is located 25 kilometers South of Pune perched on a steep hill which used to be called the Kondhana hill. One amongst the most visited forts near Pune Sinhagad fort was also home to the summer house of Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
   
   The Sinhagad fort though now in ruins has many a tale of courage to tell. The site of the epic battle between Tanaji Malasure and the mughals, Sinhagad now holds the 'samadhi' of the martyr. A tank with sweet and cold water is also famous in Sinhagad fort.
   
   
4. Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railways : In the Kothrud area of Pune, India, is located a small factory: Soudamini Instruments, where a special hall  has been built to house the Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railways.
   Mr. B. S. Joshi, known to all as Bhau Joshi, was the originator and founder of the Museum. Collecting train models was his hobby, or rather his obsession, from childhood. In India during the festival of Diwali, it is a popular pass time among children to build "Killas" or small layouts depicting the fortress strongholds of Shivaji, the King of the Marathas. Mostly these are extremely crude attempts with no knowledge or attempt at proportion.
   Even during his childhood, Bhau used to build "Killas" with a lot of movements, like a fire engine which used to actually put out a fire, moving cars on roads etc. These were controlled by strings. The houses etc. were made of cardboard. This layout, which was the result of a 40 year obsession, was first displayed in Pune then in Bombay  and a huge success.  Thus he took the decision of creating a permanent Museum of Miniature Railways .
   
   Once this decision was taken the entire concept of the layout changed. Since it was no longer necessary to dismantle the layout, much more detailed work could be done. The work and dedication behind this layout can be appreciated by fellow rail modellers. There are nearly 1000 wires coming out of the control panel, adding to a length of 5 km. There are 65 signals, fences, lampposts, flyovers etc. which have been manufactured by hand, using chemical etching techniques. The control panel has been designed so that the entire layout can be operated manually or can be computer controlled. All this has been achieved due to the single minded devotion and hard work of one man, Bhau Joshi.

1. Laxmi Road: This is the real heart of Pune -- a fact attested by the crowds and the hustle and bustle on this road as well as on any of the countless narrow side streets that crisscross it. This road is named after the goddess of wealth. Starting at the Alka Talkies Square and running right through the old city, it terminates in the Cantonment area - an overall length of 4 kms. Over 90 percent of its length is literally lined with shops on both sides. It is mainly famous for its garment shops, suitable for all climates.You can get different kinds of traditional and conventional purses. Jewellery shops come a close second.
   Laxmi Road is closed on Mondays and in the afternoons.
   
   
2. Amanora Park Town Mall: Town Centre is not just a shopping centre but a 12-lakh-square-feet expanse of shopping, food, leisure and entertainment. Town Centre,  Amanora, uses a combination of Indian and Western aesthetics with a strong Indian design, thus making a striking statement within the city of Pune. Town Centre has an optimal mix of brands that will attract families, youth, and teenagers alike. It is an all-day destination that has been consciously designed for Puneites and tourists from elsewhere. The expanse is large and the interesting architecture makes the overall experience interesting and worthwhile. Over 150 international and national brands and over 4000 products- household electronics, appliances, computers, gaming and telecom products
   
   
3. Phoenix Marketcity: It is an integrated mixed-use development incorporating Shopping, Dining, Movies, Entertainment and much more that delivers a holistic lifestyle and leisure experience. It is as Pune transforms from a traditional, historic city to a commercial metropolis. Phoenix Marketcity is Pune’s hottest, largest and the only lifestyle, shopping and entertainment destination. It brings together, under one roof, an unimaginable collection of diverse offerings matching the needs of a modernizing city, the ultimate blend of traditional and modern shopping. The mall consists of sprawling Courtyard, hypermarket, departmental, bookstore; kids play zone, electronics and toy stores.
   

1. Nirvana Adventures: Nirvana Adventure has been based in the Lake District of Kamshet ( 2.5 hours from mumbai) since its inception 1997 . We have discovered and christened a number sites within a few km of our base suitable for training, learning intermediate skills and advanced flying and have acquired an impressive range of paragliding and adventure equipment to facilitate safe training operations. Our activities include initiating newcomers into the wonders of paragliding and having fun in the sky, offering people tandem paraglider joyrides, site guiding and infrastructure to pilots traveling with their own equipment, procuring quality equipment for our students and conducting explorations and free flying trips to sites around the area and the world. Our program focus is on having fun and enjoying adventure and the outdoors in a safe sustainable eco friendly manner.
   
   
2. Della Adventure: Della Adventure is India's Largest Adventure Park and Corporate Training Destination. Offering an array of over 86 adventure sports and activities, two multi-cuisine restaurants, one pure vegetarian restaurant, a 24hour coffee shop,a mouth-watering bakery and CampDella, the exclusive contemporary luxury resort with a spa, salon, gymnasium andswimming pool.

1. ABC Farms: Situated on the banks of a river over 41 acres of land, A.B.C Farms Pvt. Ltd is a Pune-based undertaking, which is India's leading cheese and dairy product manufacturer.
   A.B.C Farms produces over 60 varieties of cheese using their own cultures. A.B.C Farms management team has around 50 years of operational and business experience in the dairy industry. Hybrid cattle and goats are used for the production of milk and subsequently cheeses. A.B.C Farms has its humble beginnings from 1976, by Rohinton Aga, Adi Bhathena and Eruch Chinoy with 14 cows and 27 acres of land at Dehu Road, Pune, India. Cheese factory tours can be arranged for where they walk you through the different processes and cheese made.
   
   
2. The High Spirits: High Spirits, as name suggests, succeeds in elevating your spirits with some good food and pleasant ambiance. They do some great mouth watering cocktails such as passion fruit martini, twisted andstrawberry martini With great food and good music,this air conditioned bar offers amazing ambience. If you ever are in the city and you want to haveanice time then I suggest you make your way to this local watering hole. The place has an energy of its own. There isa good mix of local and foreign nationals as well. All in all its a great place to beat and a great place to explore India's Nightlife!
   
   
3. Swig Bar & Eatery: Swig Bar & Eatery is a chilled out Resto-Lounge situated in the heart of Pune's Party capital - Koregaon Park. Serving a sinful menu from the Mediterranean region. The Islandbar @ Swig is THE place to find some of the best cocktails from all over the world .The music varies from lounge to chilled House and then moves slowly to club hits over the weekend. From live bands every Wednesday night to Salsa Sundays & high profile banquets, it is a place for everybody.
   
   
4. Hard Rock Café : Hard Rock Cafe Pune,  follows Hard Rock's world famous tradition of offering guests great American fare in a rock 'n' roll atmosphere.   The cafe features three distinct sections, including a 120-seat restaurant, a bar area and an 80-seat open courtyard, as well as Hard Rock’s signature retail Rock Shop.  Memorabilia  from Hard Rock’s world-famous collection, including items representing both contemporary stars and rock legends, such as Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Prince, Eric Clapton and many more adorn the walls of the cafe. Hard Rock Cafe Pune is ideally situated near luxury hotels and great shopping, and a short distance from the international airport, offering a convenient destination for both local fans and international travelers. 
   
   
5. Kayani Bakery: This bakery has been a landmark since it was established by brothers Hormuzdiar and Khodayar Irani in 1955 and is very popular among the local people as well as tourists. Its products are clearly a class apart and continue to be one of the most favorite gourmet attractions in the city. Kayani bakery is an institution for the Punekars! Their Shrewsbury's are famous all over and you will find the shop filled with tourists and locals alike, wanting for a share of this crunchy, buttery, sugary delight! They are simply out of this world, and have an amazing shelf life - retains the crunch even after 2 months of storage! Other products include Cheese paapdi, Mava Cakes, Chocolate Cookies, Wine biscuits, chocolate walnut cakes, coffee cookies another such delicious melt-in-the-mouths.
   
   
6. Tertulia café: ‘Eat. Drink. Love.’ is the tagline that Terttulia restaurant strongly stands by. You get to eat enough, you get to drink enough and you will love it. A hot favorite amongst foreigners, Terttulia is one of the trendiest hotspots in Pune. Terttulia is an inimitable Spanish name for this rather simple restaurant in Koregaon Park. The seating arrangement is divided into an air-conditioned area and a sit-out. The décor is chic and impressive with wooden chairs and tables giving a garden-like impact to the sit-out. Terttulia is a European restaurant which serves typical English cuisine with a little Indian thrown in. Its Bagels, both veg and non-vegetarian and the Bread Basket are actually a favorite. The bar hosts an exciting wine list, an array of cocktails, signature drinks and Indian and international beers and numerous liquors.
   
   
7. Trikaya: If Oriental food is what you are craving for, Trikaya is the place to head to! The entire oriental menu is refreshingly different and offers a number of options for finicky people like me. The stuff is made from fresh and exotic ingredients which are rare to come by. Be it the BBQ Paneer with Balinese spices or the Tepanyaki grilled veg....there is no overlap in the taste and this is what is true for most of the menu. They have very good options in seafood and are available fresh around the year. Basa fish tikka and Prawns in Goan Curry being favorites. Even the conventional North Indian food has been packaged in an offbeat manner. For authentic Fine Dining with the most spectacular ambience, Trikaya is where its at!

Shirdi Darhsn
Cost/person: Rs. I 750/-
13 seater AC Tempo Traveller Pickup & drop guests from their respective hotels, Breakfast, Lunch, Shirdi Darshan, Guide, Escort from our end.

Pune Darshan
Cost/person: Rs. 1450/- Including a Pune Souvenir
17 Seater AC, Morning snack, Lunch, costs of entry tickets to some of the
places to be visited, Guide, Escort from our side. Kelkar museum,
Vishramhaug wada, Dagdusheth Ganpati, Parvati Temple, Agakhan Palace. Amanora Township Mall

Pune Wai Mahahaleshwar
Cost/person: Rs. 1500/-
17 seater AC Travel1er, Morning snack, Lunch, Evening snack, Wai temple & 5 other picnic spots in Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar, Guide, Escort from our side.

Katraj Snake Park Rajiv Gandhi Zoo and Balaji temple
Cost/person: Rs. 1000/-
17 seater Traveller, Morning snack, Lunch, Cost of entry tickets