At a glance

Love cities? Then give the Silicon Valley of India a try. Like all busy business centres, Bangalore is a place for shopping, chilling out and enjoying the urban way of life. Although the name ‘The Garden City’ comes from its past, the city still upkeeps several beautiful parks within its circumference such as, Cubbon Park, Lumbini Gardens, Lal Bagh and Bugle Rock Park. Visitors to the city also appreciate the breathtaking sights of the Chunchi Falls and Hesaraghatta Lake, known for its relaxing and awe-inspiring experience. Don’t miss out on the nightlife in Bangalore, it comes highly recommended.
The city is brimming with things to buy and try. Shopping for handicraft, books, jewellery, clothing and electronic goods comes easy in Bangalore as there are plenty of choices and plenty of places to visit for a total shopping experience. Home decoration is also a popular buy in this IT driven city – where one will be able to find furnishings, art deco and a whole selection of beautifully made items.
Bangalore also comes with its own array of monumental and historical buildings; places such as the Vidhana Soudha will surely sweep you off your feet with its neo-Dravidian architecture and gigantic grand stairs leading up to the first floor. Vikasa Soudha which lies close to the Vidhana, is another breathtaking architecture to grace the city. Then there’s also the Bangalore Palace which was built by the Maharajahs of Mysore and the Tipu’s Sultan Palace which is a rare sight of a fully wooden built. The soothing surroundings of the Omthara Kala Kuteera exudes a charm much likened to the phrase ‘Heaven on Earth’. Suitably located an hour away from the city, the Omthara Kala Kuteera is known for its greenery and tranquil plains.
Some notable temples in Bangalore include the Bull Temple, Maha Bodhi Society Temple and the DakshinaMukhy Nandeeshwara Temple. The Bull Temple can be recognized for its huge bull replica, known to be carved out of a single boulder. The temple, built to appease the spirit of the bull, is a sacred place for the local farmers in the region. The Maha Bodhi Society on the other hand, is a peaceful enclose that habours a library of English books on Buddhism for those seeking to deepen their faith while the DakshinaMukhy Nandeeshwara is famed for its healing waters coming that flows from a natural water source within the compound of the temple.
There are also plenty of scenic spots off the city of Bangalore such as the Hesaraghatta Lake, an artificial lake where one can indulge in sailing; Muthyala Maduyu, a favourite picnic spot; Shivanganga, excellent for trekking; Halenijagal known for its rocky hills and Chunchi Falls which are known for its pristine waters. Lakes such as the Sankey Tank and Ulsoor are also known to be wonderful places for rest and relaxation.