Bangalore Sightseeing Attractions For Tourists

Bangalore is the bustling capital city of the South Indian state of Karnataka. A melting
pot, it is home to various ethnicities and communities from all over the country that
makes it vibrant and alive. People of Bangalore enjoy a high standard of living here and
take immense pleasure in indulging in its recreation options. very major location here
is dotted !ith popular malls, pubs, parks, caf"s and other entertainment hotspots. #he
culture of this place is richly sho!cased through numerous art galleries, theatres and
historic edifices. $emnants of the colonial era can also be found here as the city used to
be a cantonment area under the British rule. Popular avenues, !hich bear classical
names like %ictoria &ayout and $ichmond #o!n, remind of the bygone decades.
#ravellers have a plethora of destinations to e'plore in this lovely city.
Vidhana Soudha - #his formal edifice is used for the State &egislature and
Secretariat of Karnataka, and is among the !ell(kno!n landmarks of the place.
)espite being a government structure, it attracts a significant amount of visitors.
Attara Kacheri - Apart from %idhana Soudha, this is another government edifice
that serves the State *igh +ourt. #he architecture of the building, done brilliantly
in ,raeco($oman style !ith red bricks and stones, is !orth beholding.
Lalbagh Gardens - A huge collection of subtropical plants and several(centuries
old trees are the prominent features of this park, !hich is spread over an area of
about -./ acres. #he landscape consists of a gleaming lake, a Kempe ,o!da
!atchto!er and a beautiful glasshouse based on the design of &ondon +rystal
Palace.
Cubbon Park - Positioned right in the heart of the city, this place features an
impressive red structure of the State &ibrary surrounded !ith lush greenery,
flo!ering trees, a number of fountains and beautiful statues.
Visvesvaraya ndustrial and Technological !useu" - +ommemoration
contributions of Sir 0 %isvesvaraya 1 the respected architect of modern(day
Karnataka 1 is the main purpose behind the construction of this museum. It
provides information about major technical inventions and developments of the
country.
Govern"ent !useu" - Anti2ue carvings, paintings, pottery and sculptures form
the archaeological collection of this museum, !hich is said to be one of the oldest
in the nation.
#AL #eritage Centre and Aeros$ace !useu" - #his place boasts of being the
first ever aviation museum of the nation, !here visitors can take a look at a
number of aircraft models, helicopters, fighter planes and related items. 3ther
attractions at the building include an aero modelling club, a mock to!er for air
traffic control, aircraft simulators and a reference library.
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath - It is a premier art gallery, !hich holds activities
such as folk theatre sho!s, musical recitals, dance performances and photography
e'hibitions. #he institution has !orked in the direction of reviving dying art forms
and provided a platform to young artists for displaying their !ork.
%a&aharlal 'ehru Planetariu" - Star ga4ing and the famous Sky #heatre Sho!
are the main attractions here that enrich the kno!ledge of visitors about various
marvels of the universe.
'ational Gallery o( !odern Art - It is a historic mansion supplemented !ith a
reference library, ne! ,allery Block, cafeteria and auditorium. Sculptures,
paintings and dra!ings belonging to the late 56
th
century are displayed here.
ndira Gandhi !usical Fountain - Beautiful fountains coloured in multiple shades
and dancing to the tunes of musical rhythms can be !itnessed at this place.
Venkata$$a Art Gallery - #his place houses paintings and art!orks of prominent
artists, including the eminent painter %enkatappa.
)lsoor Lake - Pleasing boat rides can be enjoyed at this scenic riverine location,
!hich is dotted !ith beautiful islets.
Sankey Boat Club - It offers boating facilities and grounds for leisurely strolls.
SKC*' Te"$le +nternational Society (or Krishna Consciousness, - #his
pilgrimage, dedicated to &ord Krishna, is a fine e'ample of architectural beauty
blended !ith modernity.
Bull Te"$le - Built as per the )ravidian architecture of the 57
th
century, this
shrine !as built by Kempe ,o!da. #ravellers are !elcomed by a giant monolith of
8andi 1 the sacred mount of &ord Shiva.
-odda Ganesha Te"$le - #his shrine boasts of a huge statue of &ord ,anesha,
!hich is around 56 feet high and 57 feet !ide.
Resources:
1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bangalore
2. http://www.yatra.com/india-tour-packages/holidays-in-bangalore
3. http://www.karnatakaholidays.net/