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Places of Interests in Bangalore
Vidhana Soudha:
A magnificent building of the Neo-Dravidian style ,houses the State Legislature.
Attara Kacheri (High Court):
"Eighteen offices" is the literal meaning of this very elegant two storied building facing Vidhana far from there is the sprawling Cubbon Park, Vishveshwarajap Museum of Science and Technology and Venkatappa Art Gallery.
Lalbagh Gardens:
This expanse of greenery is one of India's most beautiful botanical gardens. It was laid out by Hyder Ali and Tippu Sultan in the 18th century, Within the Gardens there is a beautiful lake with a water spread area of 1.5 Sq.Kms dotted with picturesque tiny islands. It is a good picnic spot.
Cubbon Park:
This beautiful park, which spreads over 300 acres in the heart of the city, serves as the lung space of the evergrowing Banglore city. Designed by Lt. General Sir Mark Cubbon, in 1864, is dotted with beautiful statues, flowering trees, fountains and a library its midst.
The Government Museum:
One of the oldest museums in the country, established in 1886, has a unique collection of sculptures, inscriptions, paintings, icons and also some relics from Mohenjodar
Visweswaraiah Industrial & Technological Museum:
This museum is tribute to Sir. M. Vishweswaraiah the Architect of modern Karnataka, a must see for students and Science buffs, Which presents the amazing wealth of modern science.
Venkatappa Art Gallery:
The Art Gallery has a permanent display of paintings and sculpture by the renowned artist K.Venkatappa.
Aquarium:
A variety of exotic fishes are the attraction in this diamond shaped Aquarium, which is at the enterance of the Cubbon Park.
Jawahar Bal Bhavan:
A children's theatre, an amusement park and a toy train are the main attractions here. Closed on Mondays and second Tuesdays of the month.
Bull Temple (Dodda Basavanna Temple):
The gigantic image of the celestial bull, Nandi, which stands at 4.57 meters. in height, is a classic example of Dravidian architecture.
Bugle Rock:
This rock stands as a mute witness to the bygone era of the founder of Bangalore, when it served as the watchtower and incase of any attack, a bugle call from here alerted the inhabitants of the town.
Sri Gavi Gangadareshwara Temple:
A unique phenomenon of this cave temple is the sunlight passes through the horns of the bull
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium:
The sky threatre with a dome of fifteen metres in diameter attracts all the amateur astronomers and the commoners to this Planetarium, founded in 1989 to commemorate the birth centenary of Jawaharlal Nehru, the First Prime Minister of India.
Musical Fountain:
Another attraction opposite the planetarium is the musical fountain and its dancing waters. The Bangalore Palace: Modeled after the Windsor Palace, this beautiful granite palace was built by the Wodeyars, the erstwhile rulers of Mysore.
ISKCON Temple:
Tipu Sultan's Fort and Palace:
A very small portion of the mud fort built by Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, stands to this day, which is a far cry from the original. But the summer Palace of the great hero, Tipu Sultan, built in wood and ornately decorated, remains untouched by the vagaries of time.
Venkataramanswamy Temple:
Thavakkal Mastan Saab Dargah:
Infant Jesus Church:
The Infant Jesus Church in Viveknagar is another world famous wonder,
Whitefield:
It is synonymous with the Ashram of Sri Satya Sai Baba, which is thronged by devotees from the world over.
International Tech Park:
Located at Whitefield, it is most modern and successful software tech park, acting as the frontline Institution for export oriented software units, thus emphasizing the status of Bangalore as the IT capital, as also the Silicon Valley of India.
Ulsoor Lake:
This lake is the heart of the city which attracts people for its boat rides and its picturesque tiny islands. The Someshwara Temple, built by Kempegowda is located nearby.
St. Mary's Basilica:
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Excursions in Bangalore
Bannerghatta National Park :
Located approximately 22 kms away from Bangalore, this park has a mini zoo, Elephant ride, lion and tiger safari and crocodile farm.
Nandi Hills :
This picturesque little hill station, which offers a breathtaking tanoramic view of the surrounding area, is located at 60 kms from Bangalore. It is a popular pinic spot.
Hesaraghatta :
It is known for its artificial lake with wind surfing and boating facilities. Located approximately 25 kms away from Bangalore.
Nrityagrama :
A winner of the rural architecture award, this unique experimental village is dedicated to the gurukula tradition of dance, music, choreography and painting. Vasantha Habba, the annual fest attracts large crowds. Located at 28 kms from Bangalore.
Ghati Subramanya :
Located at 52 kms from Bangalore. This pilgrimage center is famous for the Lord Subramanya temple.
Savanadurga :
A towering granite hill, 1207 mtrs high, with a circumference of 10 kms at the base, this hill a trekkers paradise. Located approximately 61 kms from Bangalore.
Places enroute to Mysore
Anapada Loka :
Located at 53 kms from Bangalore, it is an effort to wards the preservation and promotion of folk culture and traditions. Sprawling across 15 acres, the complex has an art gallery, an open air theatre and a museum.
Shivanasamudra :
122 kms. to the south of Bangalore, where the river Cauvery cascades into two water falls, the Gaganachukki and the Bharachukki from a height of 90 mtrs. A Hydro Electric power station is also situated here.
Ramnagaram :
This rocky land is an important silk cocoon-marketing center, 49 kms from Bangalore. The popular Hindi movie sholay was shot here.
Channapattana :
Famous for its wooden toys and silks. It is located at 58 kms on the way to Mysore.
Sangama :
A confluence of three rivers and a place of great science beauty. It is located at 82 kms from Bangalore.
Mekedatu :
The river Cauvery flows through a deep gorge making it very beautiful picnic spot, Located approximately 86 kms away from Bangalore.
Pearl Valley:
Another famous picnic spot with its water falls and its verdant surroundings, Located at 40 kms from Bangalore. |
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