| The
Bangalore Palace & Fort |
The Bangalore
Fort was built by Kempe Gowda and expanded by Tippu Sultan.
Within its walls is the well preserved 16th century Ganapathi
Temple.
The Bangalore Palace was built by a Wodeyar king in 1887
on the 400 acre space. Inspired by the Windsor castle,
this palace was built in the Tudor style, complete with
Gothic windows, foiled windows, battlements and turrets
resembling the Daria Daulat Palace in Srirangapatanam,
this summer palace has been constructed largely of wood
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| Lal
Bagh |
| Hyder Ali
laid out this famous botanical garden and his son added
horticultural wealth to them by importing trees and plants
from several countries. The garden today houses over 1000
species of flora which include rare and enchanting collection
of tropical plants, trees and herbs. The Glass House,
modelled along London's Crystal Palace, is the center
of attraction in this 2400 acre park. Bi-annual flower
shows attracting participants from all over India is held
in the Glass House. In July, 2003 it was decded that the
Department of Horticulture and Bangalore Development Authority
(BDA) would jointly take up the development of Lal Bagh
Botanical Gardens. |
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Cubbon Park
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| This wooded
and beflowered park was laid out in the heart of the cantonment
in 1864. Since then, fairy fountains, an august bandstand
and a wealth of atatury have been added. But the most
important aspect of Cubbon Park is its newer buildings
that have added beauty and cultural wealth. Lush green
lawns, shady flowering trees, vibrant flower beds, make
Cubbon park an ideal place for morning joggers and alike. |
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Government Museum
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One of the important buildings, the Government Museum
is one of the oldest in India(1886). A special attraction
here are the antiquities from Mohenjodaro period. Situated
nearby the museum is Visveswaraya Industrial and Technological
Museum named after the great engineer-statesman .
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| ISKCON |
| Situated on
Chord Road, it is a must visit temple in Bangalore. It
stands over a small hill and is a very clean and well
maintained temple. Akshaya Patra program sponsored by
the temple is very popular. |
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| The Bull Temple
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| This temple, built by
Kempe Gowda, houses the magnificent stone statue of the
sacred bull, Nandi. It stands over 15 feet tall and is
over 20 feet long . In Nov/Dec every year, when the groundnuts
have been harvested, a groundnut fair is held near the
temple. The first groundnuts are offered by the farmers
to the sacred bull.
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| The Gangadhareshware
Temple |
| Known for its
four monolithic pillars and rare idol of Agni, the God
of fire,this temple was built by Kempe Gowda. A unique
phenomena is witnessed here on Jan 13/14th every year
when the rays of the setting sun enter through the window,
pass between the horns of the Nandi and shine on the Shivalingam.
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| The Dharmaraja
Temple |
| Located at
Nazarethpet in the suburbs of Bangalore, this temple is
the starting point of the annual Karaga procession. The
revered idols of this temple are the Shri Dharmaraja Swamy,
hero of the Mahabharata and Lord Krishna. |
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| Dargah Hazarath
Tawakkal Mastan |
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This Muslim shrine,located in Cottonpet, a suburban
locality, is associated with the Hindu Karaga festival
too. The procession annually visits the Dargah of this
Sufi saint, Tawakkal Mastan. His tomb attracts both
Muslim and non-Muslim pilgrims.
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| Jumma Masjid |
| The Jumma Masjid is probably
the oldest mosque in the city. It is an imposing structure
with tall ornamented granite pillars adorning the elevated
prayer hall. Scores of devote Muslim worshippers throng
this masjid during the annual festivals of the Muslims.
It is located in the busy market area of Bangalore, K.R.Market.
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| Ravindra Kalakshetra
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The Kalakshetra, built to commemorate Rabindranath
Tagore's centenary, promotes cultural activity in the
city. It has a superb theatre and houses the Cultural
Akademi Offices. Next to it is the Gothic styled Puttannachetty
Town Hall whose huge auditorium can easily accommodate
over 1500 persons.
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| St. Mary's Church
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| Established by a French
missionary Abbe Dubois in 1811, St.Mary's church is the
only church in Karnataka state to be elevated to the status
of a minor Basilica. Every September, The Virgin Mary's
festival is celebrated with a procession that attracts
people of all faiths. The church is situated near the
Shivaji Nagar Bus Terminal. |
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| Indian Institute
of Science |
| Also known
as the Tata Institute, is one of the country's finest
research institutions, specializing in advanced science
and engineering studies. |
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Gandhi Bhavan
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| The Gandhi Smarak Nidhi,
housed in the Gandhi Bhavan, houses a comprehensive picture
gallery and other exhibits of Gandhiji which depict the
life and times of Gandhiji. The Bhavan is open on weekdays(10:30
Am to 5:00 PM). |
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| Ulsoor lake |
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A picturesque lake with several tree-shaded islands
in it, is an ideal picnic spot. You can go boating or
go for a swim in the nearby swimming pool that is part
of the recreational complex near the lake. You can also
go to the nearby Gurdhwar, the largest Sikh shrine in
Bangalore.
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| Vidhana Soudha
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| This splendid neo-Dravidian
granite building that dominates the northern boundary
of the Cubbon park, is the home of the State Legislature
and the Secretariat. The massive sandalwood door of the
Cabinet room is a spectacular feature of this imposing
building. The Vidhana Soudha is bedecked in illuminated
glory during special periods and is a sight worth viewing.
The building is open for visitors only after 3 PM. |
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| The Bangalore Race
Course |
| The Bangalore Race Course
is one of the finest in India, with racing events almost
all year round (May to June and Nov to Mar). Some of the
biggest field stakes in the country can be witnessed here.
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| Tipu's Palace |
| Built in 1791,
this beautiful two-storeyed ornate wooden structure with
exquisitely carved pillars, arches and balconies was one
of Tipu's favourite summer retreats. |
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| Hesaragatta |
| 25 Kms away, Hesaragatta
is an interesting picnic spot offering water sports to
the adventurous. Boating and wind-surfing is the major
attraction. It also has a dairy & horticulture farm where
you can picnic. |
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| Ramohalli |
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Ramohalli, located 28 Kms west is a popular picnic
spot. A major attraction at Ramohalli is the 400 year
old giant Banyan tree which sprawls over an incredible
3 acres.
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| Muthyalamaduvu |
| Also known
as the Pearl Valley, Muthyalamaduvu is 40 Kms away. The
beautiful cascading water falls surrounded by verdant
settings provide an ideal picnic getaway. |
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| Ramanagaram |
| Rock-climbers
and adventure seekers need look no further. 49 Kms south-west
from Bangalore, Ramanagaram, provides the ideal location
with landscaped rock faces. Another major attraction at
Ramanagaram is the silk cocoon marketing centre. One of
the most famous Hindi movies Sholay was shot in Ramanagaram.
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| Janapada
Loka |
| Sprawling across
15 acres, Janapada Loka or "Folk-culture World" is a world
of simplicity and art.Janapada Loka, a subsidiary of the
Karnataka Janapada Parishath, is dedicated to preserve
and promote folk art and culture. The complex has an art
gallery, an open-air theatre, a studio and a museum. Janapada
Loka is located near Ramanagaram and is 53 Kms away from
Bangalore. |
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| Nandi
Hills |
| One of the
popular retreats of Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore,
Nandi Hills offers breathtaking getaway of the weary tourist.
Tipu's Drop, a 600m high cliff face provides a magnificent
panoramic view of the beautiful terrain. Nandi Hills is
60 Kms north of Bangalore. |
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