Lal Bagh : This
botanical gardens has over 1000 species of flora.
The Glass House is the center of attraction in this
2400-acre park. The ancient ruler Hyder Ali laid it
out and later his son added horticultural wealth to
them by importing trees and plants from several countries.
Cubbon
Park : This 120-hectare wooded and
flowered park was laid out in the heart of the Bangalore
bivouac in 1864. Since then, more fairy fountains,
august bandstand and a wealth of flora have been added.
The other most attractive aspect of Cubbon Park is
the upcoming newer buildings.
Vidhana Soudha :
This splendid building is a marvel of modern architecture
and is a perfect amalgamation of traditional neo-Dravidian
and modern styles. It is the home of the State Legislature
and the Secretariat and dominates the northern boundary
of the Cubbon Park. The most spectacular feature of
this imposing building is the massive sandalwood door
of the Cabinet room. It becomes beautiful on a holiday
evening when lit with myriad lights.
The
Bull Temple : Kempe Gowda built this
temple. The center of reverence is a magnificent Nandi,
which is 15 feet tall and over 20 feet long. A festival
is celebrated here each year in November or December
every year. When the groundnuts have been harvested,
a groundnut fair is held near the temple. The farmers
offer the first groundnuts to the sacred bull.
Museum
: One of the oldest museums, 'The
Government Museum of Bangalore' and the Visvesvaraya
Technological and Industrial Museum dedicated to the
technology and industrial development are important
museums within the city.
Departure:
9.00 am
Arrival:
5.00 pm
Visit to Iskcon Temple, Vidhana Soudha, Lalbagh, Bull
Temple, Tippu's Palace, Cubbon Park, Museum, Emporium
andUlsoor Lake.
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