Vidhana Soudha
This 120 year old majestic structure, a neo-Dravidian architectural marvel, accommodates the State Legislature and is also the largest Secretariat in the country. Finished completely with granite, its floral motifs on stone carvings strongly reflect south Indian temple craft. Positioned remarkably over a 2.5 lakh sq. feet garden, it has four floors above and one floor below ground level. The eastern side has a porch with twelve granite columns that are forty feet tall. A flight of 45 steps, about 200 feet wide, will lead you to a lobby. Set like a crown is a 60-feet central dome that resembles the Indian national emblem. An exquisite door panel marks the entrance to the grand setting inside complimented with Gothic windows, walls and towers.
Attara Kacheri (High Court)
An exquisite 19th century stone structure, Karnataka High Court, more famous as Attara Kacheri (eighteen offices), depicts Greco-Roman fashion in vibrant red colour. This elegant two-storied building rests next to Cubbon Park facing Vidhana Soudha. In earlier times, it was spotted as the Old Public Offices since it comprised the State government Secretariat. Radiant with vibrant colours, it glitters with Karnataka’s history from the glorious days of Tipu Sultan’s reign.
Lalbagh Gardens
Initiated by Hyder Ali, the Emperor of Mysore, in the 18th century, this botanical garden now encircles a tower erected by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. It shows off a rich collection of around 1000 species of flora, which makes it the largest stock of exotic plants in India. Apart from the Glass House, styled on London’s Crystal Palace, is a 3000 year old rock formation, nested beautifully amidst lawns, flowerbeds, lotus pools and fountains. The magnificent landscape never fails to mesmerize ones who sit by the lakeside, relish hilltop views or take long walks in the nursery.
Cubbon Park
It easy to vanish into this 300 acres of pure beauty; named after Sir Mark Cubbon, Bangalore's longest serving commissioner. The park is a lush, grassy spread with fine-looking roads placed on calm plains. To add to the elegance of the Graco-colonial styled buildings of British influence that are scattered around the park, are flowerbeds adding their subtle beauty. Amidst all this are a sizeable number of monuments as well as a museum that protects Mohenjodaro architecture, ancient coins and stone inscriptions that are around 5000 years old. However, at the entrance you’ll be greeted by a massive collection of exotic fishes living undisturbed in a diamond-shaped aquarium.
Karnataka Folk Museum
Janapada Loka, the folk museum, is a treasury of Karnataka's folk heritage. On the fifteen-acre center gracefully relax museums, an open-air theatre, a studio and other structures. Depicting the life and arts of a large number of tribal and rural folk across Karnataka, the museum has a remarkable collection of about 5000 artifacts that reflect the spirit of Karnataka's folk culture. The display also features a range of agricultural, hunting and fishing implements, weapons, clever household gadgets, masks, dolls and shadow puppets.
Bull Temple
A religious shrine, unique in itself, its prime attraction is a gigantic image of Nandi (bull) built in 1537 AD. Perched atop the Bungle Hill, the temple prides itself on the monumental granite-bull that extends five meters high and six meters long that is believed to be older than the temple itself. It is believed that the statue is growing with time. The style of the temple illustrates Dravidian architecture. In its vicinity is the shrine, Dodda Ganesha, which poses a huge image of the Lord made out of 110 kilograms of butter, every four years. It’s marvelous to discover that the butter never melts; ever four years, the butter idol is broken and distributed amongst devotees.
Jawarharlal Nehru Planetarium
This is where, ones who want to get lost in the marvels of the universe, gather. It has a massive dome upon which the night sky is projected. Its exhibition halls will keep you engaged with high-educational-value topics including Astro-photographs, cartoons and quotations. Among a range of paintings and sculptures is a Weighing Scale that will disclose your weight on different planets. The science park educates children in a playful manner while the sky simulator tutors everybody about star chart of the day. The trip cannot end without gazing at stars through a telescope. In addition, most individuals remain hypnotized after viewing special astronomical event like eclipses, shooting stars and meteors, among others.
Bangalore Palace
A palace built in 1887 AD, in Tudor-style, it’s a structure that represents British architecture. The building is largely dominated by wood and is well-marked with English-style carvings and paintings. Completed with armed towers and protective walls, it stands among wavy lawns, partly made into a formal garden with gentle walkways. It is now rented out as a venue, from weddings to music concerts and film shoots. While they say no Karnataka movie is complete without being shot here, the palace has also witnessed performance from some of the great rock legends: Iron Maiden, Scorpions, Deep Purple, Sting, Aerosmith and Bryan Adams.
Tipu's Palace
Delightfully called "Envy of Heaven," this summer retreat of Tipu Sultan was originally a mud brick fort, built in 1537, that was rebuilt in stone by him. It has a brilliant twin storied wooden structure marked by matchless carved pillars, arches and galleries. Placed over a 400-acre green carpet, the palace is an outstanding example of medieval architecture with its foiled windows, battlements and tall structures. With time destroying most of the painted décor, its teak pillars are still intact. Reflecting Tipu Sultan’s religious tolerance, the palace houses a temple of Lord Ganesh. History says that the British used it as their Secretariat after Tipu Sultan’s death until 1867.
Iskcon Temple
The temple, a splendid blend of Dravidian and modern architecture, built on a scenic hillock, is the largest of the ISKCON temples in the world. Spread on the seven-acre Hare Krishna hill, the temple is made up of several sections. The main shrine, warmly embraced by ornamental arches and well-lit water fountains, holds beautiful idols. A huge hall, decorated with Russian paintings, houses four other shrines. Posing luxuriously is an open amphitheatre on the lush green gardens where festivals and concerts are observed. Janmashtami, a major festival in India, is celebrated with great passion and devotion.
B School Bangalore | Bangalore MBA College This 120 year old majestic structure, a neo-Dravidian architectural marvel, accommodates the State Legislature and is also the largest Secretariat in the country. Finished completely with granite, its floral motifs on stone carvings strongly reflect south Indian temple craft. Positioned remarkably over a 2.5 lakh sq. feet garden, it has four floors above and one floor below ground level. The eastern side has a porch with twelve granite columns that are forty feet tall. A flight of 45 steps, about 200 feet wide, will lead you to a lobby. Set like a crown is a 60-feet central dome that resembles the Indian national emblem. An exquisite door panel marks the entrance to the grand setting inside complimented with Gothic windows, walls and towers.
Attara Kacheri (High Court)
An exquisite 19th century stone structure, Karnataka High Court, more famous as Attara Kacheri (eighteen offices), depicts Greco-Roman fashion in vibrant red colour. This elegant two-storied building rests next to Cubbon Park facing Vidhana Soudha. In earlier times, it was spotted as the Old Public Offices since it comprised the State government Secretariat. Radiant with vibrant colours, it glitters with Karnataka’s history from the glorious days of Tipu Sultan’s reign.
Lalbagh Gardens
Initiated by Hyder Ali, the Emperor of Mysore, in the 18th century, this botanical garden now encircles a tower erected by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. It shows off a rich collection of around 1000 species of flora, which makes it the largest stock of exotic plants in India. Apart from the Glass House, styled on London’s Crystal Palace, is a 3000 year old rock formation, nested beautifully amidst lawns, flowerbeds, lotus pools and fountains. The magnificent landscape never fails to mesmerize ones who sit by the lakeside, relish hilltop views or take long walks in the nursery.
Cubbon Park
It easy to vanish into this 300 acres of pure beauty; named after Sir Mark Cubbon, Bangalore's longest serving commissioner. The park is a lush, grassy spread with fine-looking roads placed on calm plains. To add to the elegance of the Graco-colonial styled buildings of British influence that are scattered around the park, are flowerbeds adding their subtle beauty. Amidst all this are a sizeable number of monuments as well as a museum that protects Mohenjodaro architecture, ancient coins and stone inscriptions that are around 5000 years old. However, at the entrance you’ll be greeted by a massive collection of exotic fishes living undisturbed in a diamond-shaped aquarium.
Karnataka Folk Museum
Janapada Loka, the folk museum, is a treasury of Karnataka's folk heritage. On the fifteen-acre center gracefully relax museums, an open-air theatre, a studio and other structures. Depicting the life and arts of a large number of tribal and rural folk across Karnataka, the museum has a remarkable collection of about 5000 artifacts that reflect the spirit of Karnataka's folk culture. The display also features a range of agricultural, hunting and fishing implements, weapons, clever household gadgets, masks, dolls and shadow puppets.
Bull Temple
A religious shrine, unique in itself, its prime attraction is a gigantic image of Nandi (bull) built in 1537 AD. Perched atop the Bungle Hill, the temple prides itself on the monumental granite-bull that extends five meters high and six meters long that is believed to be older than the temple itself. It is believed that the statue is growing with time. The style of the temple illustrates Dravidian architecture. In its vicinity is the shrine, Dodda Ganesha, which poses a huge image of the Lord made out of 110 kilograms of butter, every four years. It’s marvelous to discover that the butter never melts; ever four years, the butter idol is broken and distributed amongst devotees.
Jawarharlal Nehru Planetarium
This is where, ones who want to get lost in the marvels of the universe, gather. It has a massive dome upon which the night sky is projected. Its exhibition halls will keep you engaged with high-educational-value topics including Astro-photographs, cartoons and quotations. Among a range of paintings and sculptures is a Weighing Scale that will disclose your weight on different planets. The science park educates children in a playful manner while the sky simulator tutors everybody about star chart of the day. The trip cannot end without gazing at stars through a telescope. In addition, most individuals remain hypnotized after viewing special astronomical event like eclipses, shooting stars and meteors, among others.
Bangalore Palace
A palace built in 1887 AD, in Tudor-style, it’s a structure that represents British architecture. The building is largely dominated by wood and is well-marked with English-style carvings and paintings. Completed with armed towers and protective walls, it stands among wavy lawns, partly made into a formal garden with gentle walkways. It is now rented out as a venue, from weddings to music concerts and film shoots. While they say no Karnataka movie is complete without being shot here, the palace has also witnessed performance from some of the great rock legends: Iron Maiden, Scorpions, Deep Purple, Sting, Aerosmith and Bryan Adams.
Tipu's Palace
Delightfully called "Envy of Heaven," this summer retreat of Tipu Sultan was originally a mud brick fort, built in 1537, that was rebuilt in stone by him. It has a brilliant twin storied wooden structure marked by matchless carved pillars, arches and galleries. Placed over a 400-acre green carpet, the palace is an outstanding example of medieval architecture with its foiled windows, battlements and tall structures. With time destroying most of the painted décor, its teak pillars are still intact. Reflecting Tipu Sultan’s religious tolerance, the palace houses a temple of Lord Ganesh. History says that the British used it as their Secretariat after Tipu Sultan’s death until 1867.
Iskcon Temple
The temple, a splendid blend of Dravidian and modern architecture, built on a scenic hillock, is the largest of the ISKCON temples in the world. Spread on the seven-acre Hare Krishna hill, the temple is made up of several sections. The main shrine, warmly embraced by ornamental arches and well-lit water fountains, holds beautiful idols. A huge hall, decorated with Russian paintings, houses four other shrines. Posing luxuriously is an open amphitheatre on the lush green gardens where festivals and concerts are observed. Janmashtami, a major festival in India, is celebrated with great passion and devotion.
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