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. Every major location here is dotted with popular malls, pubs, parks, cafés and other entertainment hotspots. The culture of this place is richly showcased through numerous art galleries, theatres and historic edifices. Remnants of the colonial era can also be found here as the city used to be a cantonment area under the British rule. Popular avenues, which bear classical names like Victoria Layout and Richmond Town, remind of the bygone decades. Travellers have a plethora of destinations to explore in this lovely city.

Vidhana Soudha - This formal edifice is used for the State Legislature and Secretariat of Karnataka, and is among the well-known landmarks of the place. Despite being a government structure, it attracts a significant amount of visitors.

Attara Kacheri - Apart from Vidhana Soudha, this is another government edifice that serves the State High Court. The architecture of the building, done brilliantly in Graeco-Roman style with red bricks and stones, is worth beholding.

Lalbagh Gardens - A huge collection of subtropical plants and several-centuries old trees are the prominent features of this park, which is spread over an area of about 240 acres. The landscape consists of a gleaming lake, a Kempe Gowda watchtower and a beautiful glasshouse based on the design of London Crystal Palace.

Cubbon Park - Positioned right in the heart of the city, this place features an impressive red structure of the State Library surrounded with lush greenery, flowering trees, a number of fountains and beautiful statues.

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum - Commemoration contributions of Sir M Visvesvaraya – the respected architect of modern-day Karnataka – is the main purpose behind the construction of this museum. It provides information about major technical inventions and developments of the country.

Government Museum - Antique carvings, paintings, pottery and sculptures form the archaeological collection of this museum, which is said to be one of the oldest in the nation.

HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum - This place boasts of being the first ever aviation museum of the nation, where visitors can take a look at a number of aircraft models, helicopters, fighter planes and related items. Other attractions at the building include an aero modelling club, a mock tower for air traffic control, aircraft simulators and a reference library.

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath - It is a premier art gallery, which holds activities such as folk theatre shows, musical recitals, dance performances and photography exhibitions. The institution has worked in the direction of reviving dying art forms and provided a platform to young artists for displaying their work.

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium - Star gazing and the famous Sky Theatre Show are the main attractions here that enrich the knowledge of visitors about various marvels of the universe.

National Gallery of Modern Art - It is a historic mansion supplemented with a reference library, new Gallery Block, cafeteria and auditorium. Sculptures, paintings and drawings belonging to the late 18th

century are displayed here.

Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain - Beautiful fountains coloured in multiple shades and dancing to the tunes of musical rhythms can be witnessed at this place.

Venkatappa Art Gallery - This place houses paintings and artworks of prominent artists, including the eminent painter Venkatappa.

Ulsoor Lake - Pleasing boat rides can be enjoyed at this scenic riverine location, which is dotted with beautiful islets.

Sankey Boat Club - It offers boating facilities and grounds for leisurely strolls.

ISKCON Temple (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) - This pilgrimage, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is a fine example of architectural beauty blended with modernity.

Bull Temple - Built as per the Dravidian architecture of the 16th century, this shrine was built by Kempe Gowda. Travellers are welcomed by a giant monolith of Nandi – the sacred mount of Lord Shiva.

Dodda Ganesha Temple - This shrine boasts of a huge statue of Lord Ganesha, which is around 18 feet high and 16 feet wide.

Resources:1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bangalore 2. http://www.yatra.com/india-tour-packages/holidays-in-bangalore 3. http://www.karnatakaholidays.net/