English: Famous as the Mahadaji Shinde Chhatri, this memorial structure of Mahadaji Shnde is an imposing monument constructed on the left bank of the Bhairoba stream in Wanavadi, an erstwhile village but now a suburb of Pune. This is a strong fortified complex with a huge fifteen ft. tall fortification wall surrounding the main complex. The main complex consists of three shrines viz. the Shiva and Maruti temple and the chhatri of Mahadaji Shinde. Mahadaji Shinde was the Commander – in – Chief of the Maratha army under the Peshwas from 1760 to 1780 C.E. In 1794 C.E. Mahadaji Shinde himself constructed a shrine to Lord Shiva and later on when he died the last rites were performed in the same complex. In 1965, Shrimant Maharaja Madhavrao Scindia of Gwalior (who is a descendent of Mahadaji Shinde) founded the chhatri and installed the image in 1971. The temple is constructed on a high foundation, in black stone. The architecture of the building is noteworthy for the blend of Rajasthani and British styles of architecture. There are statues of saints placed on the top of the roof. The decoration of the pillared hall, the beautiful coloured window panes and the decoration of the ceiling are fine and worth observing. There is a row of photo frames of the members of the royal Scindia (Shinde) family.Shinde Chhatri (Marathi : शिंदे छत्री), located in Wanawadi, a well known place in Pune, India, is a memorial dedicated to the 18th century military leader Mahadji Shinde who served as the commander-in-chief of the Maratha army under the Peshwas from 1760 to 1780. It is one of the most significant landmarks in the city and is reminiscent of the Maratha rule. It is a hall that marks the spot of Mahadji Shinde's cremation on 12 February 1794. The three storied memorial bestows a daunting look of past splendour, representing the rich heritage of that era beautifully. The regal entrance gate made out of iron shines till date. The exterior is captivating and has intricate and detailed carvings