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Lalbagh Gardens: Haider Ali laid out the garden while Tipu Sultan added plants and trees for other countries. The place has over 1800 species of tropical, sub tropical, medicinal and floral plants. One of the four Kempe Gowda tower is located in this garden. Flower shows are organized here in Republic Day and Independence Day weeks.
Cubbon Park: It is located in the cantonment of the city. The high court state library and museums are also located here apart from fountains, bandstand and statues.
Aquarium: Located on Kasturba Gandhi road, this place has an excellent fresh water collection. A fish restaurant and fresh fish stalls surround the place.
Government Museum: Established in 1886, it is one of the oldest museums in the country. It has 18 galleries comprising of Neolithic finds from various civilizations, antique jewellery, textiles, coins, art and miniature paintings among other reserves.
VIDHANA SOUDHA: 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, which becomes beautiful of a holiday evening when it is lit with myriad lights.
THE RACECOURSE :One of the finest in India, with racing almost all year round ( May to June and Nov to Mar) and some of the biggest field stakes in the country.
Venkatappa Art Gallery: This place displays the works of painter Venkatappa, wood sculptor Rajaram, Hebbar and many others.
Vishveswaraya Industrial and Technological Museum: It includes vintage steam engine of Maharatha railways and India's oldest combat aircraft. The trade center next door has a permanent exhibition of the state produces.
The Bull temple: The temple was built at Basavangudi in the Kempe Gowda period in 16th century. The monolithic Nandi bull made of grey granitepolished with mixture of groundnut oil and charcoal is believed to have grown and now measures nearly 5m in height and over 6m in length.
Tipu's Summer Palace :his palace, started by Haider Ali and completed by Tipu Sultan in 1789 is a two storeyed ornate structure. Substantial woodwork and ceilings painted in bright colors and beautiful carvings add to the beauty of the place.
THE GANGADHARESHWARE TEMPLE (CAVE TEMPLE): Anothe temple built by Kempe gowda and known for its four monolithic pillars and rare idol of Agni, the God of fire. On Jan. 13/14th every year, the rays of the setting sun enter through the window, pass between the horns of the Nandi and shine on the Shivalingam, in a unique phenomenon.
THE JUMMA MASJID: The oldest mosque in the city is an imposing one. Tall ornamented granite pillars adorn the elevated prayer hall.
THE DHARMARAJA TEMPLE: This temple in nazarethpet is the starting point of the annual Karaga procession. The revered idols here are the Shri Dharmaraja Swamy, hero of the Mahabharata and Lord Krishna.
Venkataramanasvami Temple: The new Maharaja of Wodeyar dynasty is believed to have worshipped in this temple before entering the temple after the restoration of the throne.
Bangalore Palace: Inspired by Windsor Castle, the palace is only open for the public for a week in November.
Historical places near by Bangalore, a must see for all travellers:
MYSORE 140 kms. The old capital of the Mysore Maharaja during an era of splendour and riches. Visit the Palace, Zoo and Chamundi Hills. Base camp for trips to Bandipur / Nagarhole.
Sravanabelagola 170 kms from Bangalore, is a famous Jain Pilgrim centre. There is a 17 metre statue of Lord Bahubali, said to be the world's tallest monolithic statue.
HAMPI 353 kms. Former capital of the Vijayanagara Kingdom. 12 Kms from Hospet. Vast relics of the empire can be seen. Best to travel by train.
BELUR/HALEBID 220 kms. Old temple in soapstone with extraordinary carvings on outer walls, pillars and doorways. Dates back to the Hoysala Kingdom.
Wildlife
BANDIPUR/NAGARHOLE : 240 kms. Natural forest. Excellent overnight/weekend stays. Touring inside jungle arranged. Check with tour operators. Best visited Oct-May. KOKREBELLUR Between Channapatna & Maddur on Mysore Rd. Natural bird sanctuary. Painted storks and pelicans. Excellent picnic spot. Best between Jan-Jun. Kabini River Lodge Karapur, Mysore District. Cauvery Fishing Camp Bhimeshwari, Mandya District. Leisure
NILGIRIS : About 7 hrs from Bangalore. 2240 metres above sea level. Means ‘blue mountains’. Ooty, Coonoor and Wellington are hill stations. Travel by the miniature train with its toothed central rail.
KODAIKANAL : About 14 hrs from Bangalore. 2100 metres above sea level. Boating, horse riding and long walks. COORG 300 kms from Bangalore. Called ‘Scotland of India’, a picturesque hill station famous for its coffee estates and hospitable people. Uncrowded, suitable for long walks, jogging, trekking and camping. GOA 625 kms. A former Portuguese colony situated in the West Coast of India. Famous for its beaches to suit all tastes, and magnificent temples and churches. Full of festivities, dancing and music. You’ll encounter the last of the hippies here. Best time to visit is October to May. If you like rains, go between June and August. It’s less costly and less crowded in the monsoons.
MAHABALIPURAM : 410 Kms. Travel via Chennai. Famous for its shore temple. Temples here are dedicated to either Shiva or Vishnu. It was the second capital and sea port of the Pallava kings of Kanchipuram. Provides an excellent combination of cheap accommodation, good food, a good beach and handicrafts. Popular dance festival in the month of January
MANGALORE/UDUPI : 347 Kms. Mangalore has idyllic beaches and is a major sea port for the export of coffee and cashew nuts. Udupi is famous for the temple of Lord Krishna and beach resorts.
Important phone Numbers to remember when you are in Bangalore, India.
Police Commissioner's office: Infantry Road, Bangalore - 01. Ph: 080-22260707
Hoysala: 100 ( Any problems that you witness on road or accidents )
Fire Service: 101
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Entertainment:
Film Theatres in Bangalore
PVR Cinemas - Ph: 080-41100787, to book tickets from your mobile Dial 505787. To visit PVR cinemas Website, Click here ...
INOX movies - Ph: 41128888. Mobile Booking message movie name and day to 75757. To visit Inox Movies website,click here.
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Other Important links to some government websites.
National informatics Centre, Karnataka State
BBMP - Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike
Bangalore It - Official website of the government of IT and Bio-technology, Govt of Karnataka
City Bengaluru - To know more about Bengaluru
Bangalore City police and police Commissioner
Bangalore Development Authority
Bangalore Railways - Important numbers and other train information
All the travel information about Bangalore, Bengaluru
Pincodes of all the places in Banglore, bengaluru
Airline Information and numbers in Bangalore
Karnata State Road Transportation, Bangalore
ATM centres in Bangalore ( All Major Banks )
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