subject: Bangalore Tourist Guide [print this page] The southern part of India consists of the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. It also consists of the union territories of Pondicherry and the islands of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep. It lies in the peninsular Deccan plateau surrounded by the Arabian Sea on the west, the Indian Ocean on the south, and the Bay of Bengal to the east. It is a beautiful land with a rich and colorful culture and vibrant history.
In this article you will find information about Bangalore, the capital city of Karnataka.
Bangalore:
Bangalore is the capital city of the Karnataka. It is one of the most developed cities in the country and IT hub of India. Due to its lush green environment, it is sometimes also known as garden city of India. The 3 most important tourist places in the city are as following:
Vidhana Soudha: It is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka. It was built in the 1950s and is a fine example of the intermixing of various architectural forms. It is the largest legislative building in India by size and perhaps the most beautiful too. The building of High court of Karnataka is situated next to it.
Tipu sultans Palace: Built in 1791, this iconic palace was the home to Tipu Sultan, also called the lion of Karnataka. This impressive structure is completely built by teak wood. It is a popular tourist destination of Bangalore and an entry fee is charged.
Bangalore Palace: This palace of Bangalore was designed to look like a mini replica of the Windsor Castle in England. The construction of this palace started in 1862 and ended in 1964. The sprawling grounds of the palace are used for public events and a lot of music concerts are organized here.
So if you are travelling to Bangalore, dont forget to visit these places.
by: Yatin Kukreja
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