Vetal Hill (Marathi: वेताळ टेकडी ) is a prominent hill in the city limits of Pune, India. The hill is the highest point within the city limits, with an elevation of 800 meters (2,600 ft). The temple of Vetala is located on the top of the hill from which the hill derives its name. Vetal Hill (or Vetal Tekdi, as it is locally called) is a 2600 ft high hillock surrounding Pune. It is among the well-known attractions in the city, which is often frequented by fitness enthusiasts for a refreshing run. It is also home to a variety of plants and bird species. Vetal Tekdi is one of Pune's most well-known landmarks. It envelops the entire city and is a stunning place to spend an evening or an early morning. It is known by various names such as Hanuman Tekdi, MIT Tekdi, and Pashan Tekdi. Vetal Tekdi (Tekdi meaning hill, and Vetal comes from the temple of Shree Vetal Baba Maharaj at the hilltop) (Wikipedia) is one of the last remaining green spots in Pune, and is rightly considered a treasure by Punekars who care about their city and its environment.
