Visit the attractions of Bangalore - the 27th largest city in the world...the 'Garden city of Karnataka' and the 3rd largest city in India.
A metropolis that came into the limelight some time in the early 18th century - Bangalore is an IT hub and a city steeped in traditions. An important center of education and commerce, Bangalore is an enjoyable blend of tradition, culture and modernity in Bangalore Tours.
History
Bangalore Tours and Hoysala King Ballala was out on an hunting expedition in a green wilderness, when he stopped for refreshments at a jungle hut, where an old woman fed him boiled beans and that led the grateful king to christen the region - 'Bende Kaalu Ooru' that literally means the 'city of boiled beans'.
Another name that is associated with the history of Bangalore is that of Kempe Gowda, who build a mud fort in the region. Small townships - Balepet, Chickpet and Cottonpet were built within the walls of the Bangalore Mud Fort.
Tours to Bangalore Karnataka and Bangalore became a prominent center of commerce and art once the Bijapur Sultans established their hegemony in the region. The Marathas, Hyder Ali, Tipu Sultan and the British had their power trysts with Bangalore till the city became the capital of Karnataka after India became independent in Bangalore Tours.
Tourist Attractions
Tours to Bangalore Karnataka and Among the major tourist attractions in Bangalore, the ones that you should definitely visit are Cubbon Park, Visvesvaraya Technological and Industrial Museum, Someshwara Temple, Tipu Sultan's Fort and the Vidhan Soudha.
Tour Itineraries for Bangalore :
Lal Bagh Gardens
Lal Bagh is a must see while visiting Bangalore. The name Lal Bagh has been given to it for the wonderfully bloomed red roses that remain blooming all through the year in this garden in Bangalore Tours. The garden has also a collection of famous Botanical species. Though the flow of visitors to the park is a regular affair, the garden gets a festive look during the Republic Day and on the days of flower shows that are held here.
Vidhan Soudha
Tours to Bangalore Karnataka and Vidhan Soudha, built in the year 1954 is one of the major centres of attraction in Bangalore. The architecture of the building is based on the neo Dravidian style and it presently houses the Legislative Assembly of the state of Karnataka. The building also houses a part of the Karnataka secretariat.
Cubbon Park
Situated in the heart of the Bangalore city, the Cubbon Park is an interesting tourist spot which one should not miss out. The park was laid by Lord Cubbon in the year 1864. It is spread over an area of about 300 acres and the layout is absolutely exquisite.
Bangalore Palace
Built in the year 1887, Bangalore palace is a must see tourist spot in the garden city. The architecture of the palace is based on the Tudor style. The palace is situated in the middle of the Bangalore city making it easily accessible for the tourists. Covering an area of about 800 acres, the palace gives a look of the Windsor Palace of England.
Venkatappa Art Gallery
Venkatappa art gallery is a pleasant treat for the art lovers. It has about 600 paintings on display that you can see all through the year. The art gallery also has some of the exclusive collections of scenic displays.
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