Places to visit in Bangalore
Bangalore now renamed Bengaluru is among the must-visit places in India. The capital of the South Indian state of Karnataka is also the principal administrative, cultural, commercial and industrial centre. Fondly known as ‘Garden City’, Bengaluru is the land of myriad charms. Ranking among the leading metropolises in India, the city deserved to be a part of tours in India. Tree-lined streets and the abundant greenery is the reason behind its named. As the city is settled at an altitude of 920 metres above sea level, the weather is pleasant and equable climate throughout the year. Beyond the blissful ambiance of the city, Bengaluru has an interesting history, has lots to do and is also the gateway of many of the tourist attractions of the city. Bangalore tours is one of the amazing options of exploring the city as well as the many fascinating treasures of Karnataka.
The reputation of the IT hub and the 'Silicon Valley' of India comes to Bangalore for being the home to more than 250 high-tech companies, including home-grown giants like Wipro and Infosys. Besides the hardworking front, there is the carefree setting. The city is dotted with cafes, bars, pubs, eateries, etc. Bangalore nightlife is one of the best in India, with the after dark hours offering the best time for visitors. The entertainment options in the city, don’t stop here. Fun waterparks, amusement parks, shopping hubs keep you on your toes. In contrast and co-existing peacefully within the city are forts, temples and architectural wonders.
The must-visit tourist attractions in Bangalore include the botanical garden of Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Lumbini Gardens. To understand the historical glory, pay a visit to Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Palace, Vidhan Soudha, etc. To take a look of the rich legacy of religions there are places like Venkataramana Swamy Temple, ISKCON Temple, Gavi Gangadeshwara Cave Temple, Dodda Ganapathi Temple, Maha Bodhi Society Temple, among many more. For a thrill of the nature pay a visit to tourist spots such as Thippagondanahalli Reservoir and Bannerghatta National Park. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government, JawaharLal Nehru Planetarium, Seshadari Iyer Memorial are also some of the places to not miss in Bangalore.
The salubrious year-long weather gives you enough reason to plan a holiday in Bangalore anytime of the year. The people in the city are warm, hospitable and friendly, helping you create cherished memories of a Bangalore holiday. A visit to Mysore, Ooty, etc. can be added to a tour of Bangalore for amazing experiences.
Bangalore Palace
Bangalore Palace is a royal palace located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, in an area that was owned by Rev. J. Garrett, the first principal of the Central High School in Bangalore, now famous as Central College. The commencement of the construction of the palace is attributed to him
The Lal bagh botanical gardens
Lalbagh Botanical Garden, or shortened Lalbagh, is an old botanical garden in Bengaluru, India. First planned and laid out during the dalavaiship of Hyder Ali and later adorned with unique plant species by his son Tippu, it was later managed under numerous British Superintendents before Indian Independence. It was responsible for the introduction and propagation of numerous ornamental plants as well as those of economic value. It also served a social function as a park and recreational space, with a central glass house dating from 1890 which was used for flower shows. In modern times it hosts two flower shows coinciding with the week of Republic Day and Independence Day. As an urban green space along with Cubbon Park, it is also home to numerous wild species of birds and other wildlife.
The Bull temple
The Bull Temple, also known as Nandi Temple, is one of the oldest temples in the city of Bengaluru. The temple is popularly called as 'Dodda Basavana Gudi' by the locals and is the biggest temple dedicated to Nandi in the world. Nandi, the bull, is the mount or 'vahana' of Lord Shiva and the guardian deity of Lord Shiva's abode, Kailashagiri; according to Hindu traditions. This temple is every Shiva devotee's must-visit destination because Nandi holds great importance to Lord Shiva
The Vidhan Soudha
Described by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru as 'a temple dedicated to the nation', Vidhana Soudha houses the State Legislature and the Secretariat of Karnataka and is one of the most popular attractions in the lively and colourful city of Bengaluru. It also proudly boasts the title of being the largest state legislative building in the country. With four entrances in all four directions and four floors above the ground level and one below it, we surely don't doubt the title. Popularly known as the 'Taj Mahal of South India', it is counted as one of the most magnificent buildings in the city and is sure to impress the onlooker with its sophisticated poise and glorified grandiose. The entire monument is illuminated on Sundays and public holidays and is a sight for sore eyes.
