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Bangalore is known as the city of gardens, but its historic and cultural importance too can't be undermined. There are numerous tourist attractions in and around Bangalore, which makes it one of the famous tourist spots of India that attract visitors from all over the world.
The list of tourist attractions in and around Bangalore include enchanting places like Lal Bagh Gardens, Vidhan Soudha, Cubbon Park, Bangalore Palace, Venkatappa Art Gallery, Tipu's Palace, ISKCON Temple Complex , Shiva statue, Bull temple, Aquarium, and Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium.
Lal Bagh Gardens is one of the scenic spots that should not to be missed by the tourists. It has brilliantly bloomed roses. The garden also boasts of many a rare botanical species.
During the Republic Day, the garden is abuzz with the visitors to witness the flower shows that are held on this occasion. Another of the major attractions of the city of Bangalore is Vidhan Soudha. This building was built in the year 1954. The structure is built in neo-Dravidian style. Presently this building houses the Legislative Assembly of the Karnataka state. It also has a part of the Karnataka Secretariat.There is another beautiful park in the Banglore city named Cubbon Park. This park was developed by the Lord Cubbon in 1864. This exquisite park's layout occupies nearly 300 acres.
Bangalore Palace is also a prime attraction of the Bangalore city. The architecture of this building is based on Tudor style. This palace can be accessed from any part of the city easily since it is situated in the centre of the city. The palace covers an area of 800 acres and closely resembles the Windsor Palace of England. For the art lovers, the Bangalore city presents a lovely treat- the Venkatappa Art Gallery. This gallery has about 600 paintings showcased. The art gallery has some of the rarest and finest paintings. The most historically important place in Bangalore is the Tipu's Palace. This palace exudes the romance of long lost medieval era, and is a specimen of excellent architecture. Though the construction of the palace was started by Haider Ali, the father of Tipu Sultan, it was completed by Tipu himself.
The temple complex of ISKON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) is a beautiful building to visit. This structure is a fitting example of the blend of Dravidian and modern architecture. This temple has amenities like computer-aided presentation theatres and multi-vision cinema theatre. The centre also has a library which houses an exhaustive collection of Vedic literature, and also a preaching library. The temple provides good accommodation for both the members and non-members.
Bangalore is also known for its 65 ft statue of Lord Shiva, seated in Padmasana (the lotus) position. It is placed in the setting of Mount Kailash and the river Ganga is being shown flowing from his matted locks. Also visit the Bull Temple to get spellbound by the huge monolithic statue of the Vahana Nandi- the bull of Lord Shiva- who happens to be carrier of the Lord. The majestic statue in sitting posture is 4.5 m tall and nearly 6 m long.
The aquarium of Bangalore is the second largest aquarium in the country. You can also gain some rudimentary knowledge of astronomy by visiting the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium.
Succinctly, the tourist attractions in and around Bangalore are many and varied and call for a detailed exploration.
The Aquarium is a place one should not miss to visit, while in Bangalore. This miniature world of aquatic life is situated at the entrance of Cubbon Park, on Kasturba Gandhi Road. This aquarium is in a magnificent octagonal building and houses a wide variety of aquatic life.
Bangalore Palace
The Bangalore Palace was built by the then King of Mysore, Chamaraja Wodeyar. He bought the land from Rev. Garret and build a majestic palace on it, in 1884. The architecture represents Tudor style. The construction of this palace is inspired by the Windsor Castle of England.
Bull Temple
The Bull Temple is located Basavanagudi, which is one of the oldest places in Bangalore. The meaning of Basavanagudi is the temple of the Bull- the bull which is vahana (the official carrier) of the Lord Shiva. This temple is few meters away from the Dodda Ganesha Temple.
Cubbon Park
The Cubbon Park of Bangalore has a history of more than 100 years. It has been a part of Bangalore's landscape since 1870. The then Chief Engineer of the state of Mysore, Richard Sankey, conceived the vast landscape of the Cubbon Park, way back in 1864.
ISKON Temple Complex
ISKCON Temple Complex is one of the popular tourist attractions of Bangalore. Specially for the Hindu religious tourists it holds great significance. ISKCON stands for International Society for Krishna Consciousness. Founded by Srila Prabhupada in 1966, the ISKCON society's ambit has crossed the national boundaries.
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Among the tourist attractions in Bangalore, the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium is a place you must visit. This place is a treasure-trove of factual knowledge on astronomy.
Lal Bagh Gardens
The Lal Bagh Gardens of Bangalore not only has scenic beauty, but also a great historical legacy. This garden was commissioned by the famous ruler Hyder Ali of Mysore in 1760, the father of Tipu Sultan. .
Venkatappa Art Gallery
Though Bangalore is called the city of gardens, but it has many other attractions. It offers a number of art galleries, which can attract the art lovers. Among all the art galleries, the Venkatappa Art Gallery is the most prominent one.
Vidhan Soudha
The Vidhan Soudha is the main attraction of Bangalore, the city of gardens. The building is marvelous blend of modern architecture and the traditional Dravidian style. This is an ideal place to visit on a leisurely evening, while on a tour to Bangalore.
Tipu's Palace
The Banglore city has a great historical significance. This area which is today's vibrant Bangalore was once ruled by the great warrior Tipu Sultan. If you miss to visit the Tipu's Palace in Bangalore then you have missed a slice of the city's chequered past.
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