Narayan Peth, Pune

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Narayan Peth is an old neighbourhood located in the city of Pune, India. The name is derived from the name of Narayanrao Peshwa. Lokmanya Tilak's Kesari Wada is in Narayan Peth.

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References

  1. "Schools in Narayan Peth, Pune". Dwello. 14 May 2019.