Bangalore or Bengaluru, is the capital city of Karnataka and located in south of India. Popularly called as the "city of gardens", it's known for its salubrious climate, vibrant lifestyle and amazing diversity of people and culture. Fondly referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India" or "IT hub of India", it is a mesmerising blend of a glorious past and transforming modernity that attracts tourists here from all parts of the globe.
In Bangalore, there are many tourist attractions that delight tourists of all ages, and from all walks of life. If the Vidana Soubha (Legislative Assembly) is a landmark building in neo-Dravidian architecture, then the Attara Kacheri (High Court) and its surroundings represent of flourish of Gothic style architecture under the reign of Tipu Sultan. The Lalbagh Botanical Garden not only houses wide range of tropical and sub-tropical trees & plants, but also exhibits the art form of the 17th century.
If tourists can relish the greenery of the Cubbon Park, then they would love the artistic wealth of the Bangalore Palace and Tipu Sultan's Palace & Fort. If Ulsoor Lake excites for boating and swimming, then the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium shares knowledge of astronomy. Other popular tourist attractions in Bangalore include Crazy Waters Amusement Park, Gandhi Bhavan and many religious places around the city.
The Tipu's Fort in Karnataka is a very famous tourist destination. The Tipu's Fort is set in the heart of the
Bangalore city opposite to the city market. The Tipu's Fort, Karnataka was originally constructed by mud and brick by Kempe Gowda in 1537 AD. The structure was later demolished and reconstructed by Haider Ali and his son Tipu Sultan in the 18th century.Today, what we call the Tipu's Fort in Karnataka is actually the remains of the fort wa...
The Ulsoor Lake is a popular tourist spot in the beautiful city of
Bangalore. Spread over an area of some 1.5 sq km, this 2nd-century lake was constructed by Kempe Gowda II and since then, it has stood the test of time. Dotted with islands, the lake is a major tourist attraction in the city and tourists flock here to enjoy the scenic beauty and relish the boating.
At the Ulsoor Lake, tourists can hire cruises that can take them around the island...
Lal Bagh (also written as Lalbagh) or Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, is a popular botanical garden in the beautiful city of
Bangalore, Karnataka. Known as “the Red Garden” in English, it’s known for having the largest collection of tropical plants in India. A major attraction in the ‘city of garden’, it’s also home to a few species of birds and also has a lake to ensure a good time to visitors.
Hyder Ali, the rule...
The Cubbon Park is the reason why the city of
Bangalore is called the “Garden City of India”. This goes on to show how much beautiful the park must be. Stretching well over some 250 acres, the park dates back to 1864 when it was laid by then viceroy of India – Sir Marc Cubbon – and thus, gets the name from there itself. The park is a true paradise to nature lovers, and also for joggers and walkers alike.
The Cubbon Park i...
The majestic and imposing
Bangalore Palace is the jewel in the crown of the southern IT City of
Bangalore in Karnataka. The palace is as much popular for its history as for its unique architecture as it has wooden structure with marvelous carvings both inside and outside. A center to regular cultural events of big scale, the palace holds a place of great imminence and showcases the royal culture at its best.
Starting from its construction ...
Housing the State Legislature and the Secretariat, the Vidhana Soudha undoubtedly ranks among the most famous landmarks of the city of
Bangalore, Karnataka. The building complex is spread over a land of 60 acres and this white building brings to the world the excellence of the Dravidian architecture. Built in 1956, this magnificent building has a rectangular edifice with two chambers – the Legislative Assembly Chamber and the Legislative Co...
Tipu Sultan's Palace or Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace is a wonderful structure in
Bangalore, Karnataka. Located within the walls of the
Bangalore Fort, the palace was commissioned by Hyder Ali but it was completed during the rule of Tipu Sultan in 1791. The palace is a perfect example of the fusion of Indo-Islamic architecture and has been a major tourist attraction in the city. It was once the summer residence of the Tipu Sultan,
Mysore ruler.
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