Lalbagh Botanical Garden In Bangalore

Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore is of royal origin and was originally built as a private garden in an area of ​​40 hectares of Hyder Ali, one of the most famous ancient ruler of Mysore in 1760 began. Originally designed in Mughal style, modeled by a large garden with Sira in Tumkur near Bangalore, the garden was the son Tipu Sultan Hyder Ali, then by veteran British Indian expansion of horticulture in the region and also developed a number of plant species. Among them, Major Waugh, Dr. Wallich, William Munroe, Sir Mark Cubbon, Dr. Cleghorn, William New, A. Blck, John Cameron, Krumbeigal, Rao Bahadur HC Javaraya, K. and Dr. MH Marigowda Nanjappa, the superintendent of the garden, have made outstanding contributions to the development of Lalbagh. Lalbagh is currently under the auspices of the Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Karnataka. The Directorate is housed in the magnificent surroundings of the Botanical Garden. Lalbagh was given the status of a botanical garden of the Government in 1856 and since then it has an internationally recognized center for the scientific study of plants and botanical illustrations and plant conservation. Formal and informal styles dominate the garden in perfect harmony, which is a testament to the beauty of nature. Today, the garden is a green paradise, with an area of ​​240 hectares in the heart of the city. 

The Garden

Lalbagh, known for his unique achievement in promoting the concept of gardening and to support the development of horticulture, has earned an honored place in the gardens of the world and he came to be regarded as one of the most beautiful gardens in the East to the layout, maintenance, scientific and scenic treasure. It is a place of legend and beauty, a place of rare and astonishing, a place of paradise and tourist attractions. It is an important genetic resource center for the introduction and maintenance of air conditioning systems, it provides documentation of changes in the ornamental and economic value. It is an important center for the dissemination of scientific, technical and popular plants, including offering regular courses. It supports the development of horticulture in the state. It is a valuable addition to the botanical study in educational institutions, an important lung space in Bangalore, a place of beauty, healthy recreation for the public and provided it has a place for people to s 'too close to plants and nature. The garden with beautifully landscaped roads, trails, open spaces, shade and a good collection of many types of plants attracts many visitors. Lalbagh is protected by stone walls, such as housing and a four-door approach. The main door to the north side Subbaiah circle, the west gate to Basavanagudi is, is the gateway to the Jayanagar South and the East Gate in the direction of the double-Road.

 

For further general information, please contact:-

The Directorate of Horticulture, Lalbagh, BANGALORE-560004. Karnataka State, India. FAX:- 080-26570181

The Deputy Director of Horticulture (Gardens), Lalbagh, BANGALORE-560004. Karnataka State, India. Ph. No. 080-26578184

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