Discovering Shaniwar Wada

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Introduction to Shaniwar Wada

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History and Heritage

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Architecture and Design

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Ganesh Mahal

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Lotus-shaped Fountain

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Gardens and Fortifications

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Ganesh Rang Mandap

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Haunted Legends

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Light and Sound Show

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Preserving Heritage

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