| Health
& Safety |
Pune has a pleasant climate most of the year. But
during summer, especially the month of April can
be very hot and humid. In order to avoid dehydration
due to excessive sweating, one needs to drink lots
of fluids, especially water. So if you are making
a trip to Sinhagad or Parvati make sure you carry
water with you. Mineral water from a reputed outlet
is recommended.
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|
Crime |
While one can walk the streets without fear of being
mugged out of the blue, one cannot ignore the occasional
incidents of chain and purse snatching, especially
in crowded areas.
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| Keeping
in touch |
Cybercafes have mushroomed in every nook and corner
of the city. Sending email and keeping in touch
was never so easy.
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| Bargaining
|
No hard and fast rules here. Most branded items
have fixed rates. However, no harm in trying one’s
luck, you may politely ask for a discount and may
just as politely be refused. If you are shopping
on the streets, well, one can only say that the
street smart guy wins.
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| Eating
Out |
Every conceivable variety of food is available here.
Last orders are taken by 10:45 p.m. and the restaurants
close by 11.30 p.m. Ditto pubs. If you get hungry
after 11 p.m., it’s the 24 hour coffee shops in
star hotels that will come to your rescue.
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| Tipping
|
If you are happy with the service in a restaurant,
a 10-15% tip would ideally fit the bill.
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| Beggars |
You encounter beggars especially in crowded shopping
areas and at traffic lights. Give in kind rather
than in cash if possible. Beware of urchins who
are potential pickpockets.
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