Somwar Peth

Somwar (Monday) Peth,The people staying in this area were know as "Gosavi". It was also known as 'Shahpura'. These people used to lend money to others for various purposes before Banks came in existence. This is one of the famous Peths in Pune. Apollo theater is famous in this area. Mali Maharaj, Vishnu Temple, and Nageshwar Temples are famous in this area. The Emplyoment Office and Zilla Parishad Building are situated in this area. The famous Shahu Udyan and Shahu Talav are legend of Somwar Peth. Collector Office is also famous in this area.

(Taken from http://www.punediary.com/html/peths.html)