Most famous for its posh BPO industry, Bangalore was never known for being a tourist destination. The only good news is that if you come to Bangalore for any reason, there is no shortage of places to visit. So take a walk through the city with the greenery following you everywhere and the places that give you an insight into the social customs, the existing environment and the history of this splendid city.
Ulsoor Lake
Easily one of the most visited destinations in Bangalore, enjoy a boat ride or indulge in a swim in the nearby pool. Small islands dotted with greenery lie in the lake, making it an ideal spot for a picnic.
Lal Bagh
The beautiful garden was designed by Hyder Ali in 1760. The immense horticultural wealth displayed here is attributed to Tipu Sultan who brought flora early on. The huge anthology of tropical, subtropical and medicinal plants found here is overwhelming. The Glass House, which is the highlight of the 2,400-acre park, is simulated on the lines of London’s Crystal Palace. Flower shows a week before the republic and independence days see a high turnover of people. It’s also home to a children’s playground, Bal Bhavan, complete with pony rides, boat rides, and toy train rides; and a rose garden with 150 varieties of roses.
Cubbon Park
Named after Bangalore’s longest-serving commissioner, Sir Mark Cubbon, this 300-acre park is dotted with wood and flowers. Located in the heart of the cantonment in 1864, it is the brainchild of Sir Richard Sankey, the then chief engineer of Mysore. Some attractions of this park are Attara Kacheri, central library, aquarium, Jawahar bal bhavan museum, Visveswaraya Industrial and Technological Museum.
vidhan saudha
Home to the legislature and the secretary of state, the colossal building was built between 1954 and 1958. On holidays, the periphery of the building is illuminated with abundant lights, giving it a magnificent portico. Opposite Vidhan Soudha is the red brick structure of the High Court of Karnataka.
Nehru Planetarium
Particularly attractive for school-age children, it seats up to 200 people. He is also known for his regular lectures on astronomy. A musical dancing fountain stands in front of the planetarium.
Tipu’s Summer Palace
Haidar Ali took charge of the construction and Tipu Sultan completed it in 1789. Built along the lines of Srirangapatnam’s Daria Daulat Palace, the ornate two-story wooden palace is known for its wall and ceiling carvings. The palace houses photographs of Tipu and his time.
bangalore palace
Built by King Woodeyar, the palace is modeled after Windsor Castle and is open to the public for only one week in November. Turreted breastworks, battlements, arches and fortified towers add to its beauty, while the surrounding gardens give it a fairy tale setting. Covering an area of 45,000 m2. ft., this 110-year-old structure was built at a cost of one million rupees.
bull temple
The temple, built in 1786 by the founder of Bangalore, Kempegowda, is a classic example of Dravidian architecture. Dedicated to Nandi, the sacred bull, the image of the gigantic monolithic bull inside the temple measures 15 feet. tall and 20 feet long. It is believed that the bull grew in size and its current dimensions are 5 meters in height and 6 meters in length.
Government Museum
Neolithic finds from the Chamdravalli excavations and Mohanjedaro antiquities are the main attractions of this 18-gallery museum. In operation since 1886, ethnic jewelry, textiles, coins, and miniature paintings can be found inside the building.
Indian Institute of Sciences:
The famous IIS is one of the best learning centers for advanced science and engineering studies. Also known as the Tata Institute, the who’s who of the engineering industry has been his alma mater.
Shiva’s statue
A 65-foot tall statue of Lord Shiva sitting in the lotus position represents the mythological belief of the Ganges River originating from Shiva’s Locks. The backdrop of Mount Kailash enhances the appeal of this imposing statue.
Other places of interest include ISCKON Temple, St. Mary’s Church, Gangadhareswar Temple or Cave Temple, Dharmaraja Temple, Jumma Mosque, Ravindra Kalakshetra, Gandhi Bhavan, Hippodrome and Fun World, an amusement park Similar to Disneyland on 10 acres. .