Ulsoor lake, one of the biggest and most beautiful lakes of the Bangalore city derived its name from the locality where it is situated namely Ulsoor. It is renowned for its numerous ancient temple and rather narrow streets. The lake is dotted with several beautiful islands making it an interesting …
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Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace : Summer Residence of Mysorean King
Within the Bangalore Fort stands Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace which is an impressive piece of architecture in itself. The Bangalore Fort was initially built as a mud fort by Kempe Gowda, the founder Bangalore. Later Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan converted it into a stone fort. The fort is …
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St. Mary’s Basilica : The Oldest Church of Bangalore
Being the oldest church of Bangalore, St. Mary’s Basilica stands erect in the crowded Shivajinagar and yet having a peaceful ambience. It is the only church in the state that has been elevated to the rank of a minor basilica. The formation of the church is dated back to 17th …
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Cubbon Park : A Beautiful Park in the Heart of Bangalore
The Cubbon Park is situated within the heart of the Bangalore city in the Central Administrative area is named after Sir Mark Cubbon who laid the park. This park of Bangalore spreads an area acres and is quite frequented by both walkers as well as joggers. The park houses buildings …
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Lal Bagh, Bangalore : Most diverse Botanical Garden in South Asia
Lal Bagh is an internationally renowned centre for botanical artwork, scientific studies and conservation of plants. Hyder Ali, the emperor of Mysore laid down the foundation of Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens in the 18th century. The gardens were later completed by his son, Tipu sultan. The lush green garden is …
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Mavalli Tiffin Rooms : A Restaurant with authentic taste of South Indian Food
Mavalli tiffin rooms (MTR) is a food enterprise in Bangalore which is almost as much on icon of Bangalore an culture as the adjacent Lalbagh. Originally MTR was only a breakfast and tea time snack place called the Brahmin Coffee Club serving tea,coffee and idlis. Whereas now it has turned …
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Nandi Hills : An Ancient Hill Fortress near Bangalore
About 60 kilometres away from the city of Bangalore exists the famous ancient hill fortress called Nandi Hills also known as Nandidurg. Nandi hills is a place filled with breath taking scenic beauty, laced with mountains, dew, fog and offers a pleasant climate. It is believed that the hills are …
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Bannerghatta National Park : A Great Place for Jungle Safari
The Bannerghatta biological park near Bangalore, Karnataka is where the Forest Department has rehabilitated lions and tigers in semi wild environs. It is hailed as one of the most famous and prominent of all national parks in India. This man–made park is home to several species of birds and animals and …
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Bangalore Palace : Beautiful Palace in the heart of Bangalore
Situated in the Palace Gardens, the Bangalore Palace lies at the heart of the city Bangalore. The palace is quite similar to the medieval castles of Normandy and England. Once the residence of the Wodeyars, it now serves as the venue for various concerts, exhibitions and cultural programs held in …
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Bangalore Fort or Tipu Sultan’s Fort
Bangalore Fort also known as Tipu Sultan Fort was initially built as a mud fort by Kampe Gowda, the founder of Bengaluru. Later in 1761, the fort was converted to a stone fort by Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan. The fort was stronghold by Tipu Sultan until it fell …
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