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BANGALORE
Area : 2,190 sq. kms.
Geographical Location Latitudinal parallels: 12 degree
8' N,
Longitudinal meridians: 77 degree 37' E
Altitude : 3000ft. above sea level
Population 65.2 lakhs (6.52 million)
Literacy 83.91 %
Density : 2978.6 per sq. km.
Language :Kannada English, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil are
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About Bangalore
Beauty lies in the eyes of beholder and if you want to see
one of the most beautiful places in India then Bangalore
is the word for it. Pleasant climate with colorful gardens
with lakes and glittering nightlife, Bangalore has made
its own attraction for travelers. One of the most charming
cities in India, is the capital of Karnataka state and
fifth largest city in terms of industrial and commercial
growth.
The Garden City of India or Bangalore was formerly capital
of what was called as Mysore during the rule of Britishers.
The city has been blessed by nature in the sense it has a
great variety of flowering tress and gardens. The
government is also making consistent efforts to preserve
as well as maintain beauty of the city. This has made
city, a sheer delight to simply wander around.
Tourist Attractions in Bangalore
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Among the other places to visit, the Jawaharlal Nehru
Planetarium is a must see. Visiting any of the shows here
gives you a good view as well as factual knowledge on
astronomy. Easily accessible from any corner of the city,
the planetarium hosts daily shows of astronomy. It is a
fascinating experience for the children.
The Fort and Palace of Tipu Sultan
A fascinating example of 18th century Indian military
architecture. This fort constituted the stronghold of
Hyder Ali and later his son Tipu Sultan, witnessing
several fierce and bloody battles during their times. The
fort was last used for military purposes as recently as
1888.
Lal Bagh
The Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, which holds a number of
flower shows, especially during Republic Day (26th
January), is located on the southern fringes of the city.
Vidhana Soudha
This splendid neo-Dravidian granite building that
dominates the northern boundary of the Cubbon park, is the
home of the State Legislature and the Secretariat. The
massive sandalwood door of the Cabinet room is a
spectacular feature of this imposing building. The Vidhana
Soudha is bedecked in illuminated glory during special
periods and is a sight worth viewing. The building is open
for visitors only after 3 PM.
Cubbon Park
This beautiful park, sprawling across 300 acres, was laid
out by Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon in 1864. The
park is green and dotted with fountains, statues and
flowering trees. Close to the park is the Bal Bhavan and
the Aquarium.
Jumma Masjid
The Jumma Masjid is probably the oldest mosque in the
city. It is an imposing structure with tall ornamented
granite pillars adorning the elevated prayer hall. Scores
of devote Muslim worshippers throng this masjid during the
annual festivals of the Muslims. It is located in the busy
market area of Bangalore, K.R.Market.
Getting There
By Air :
Almost all major domestic airlines operate from Bangalore
connecting the it to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Coimbatore,
Goa, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mangalore, Pune and
Thiruvananthapuram.
By Rail :
Bangalore is directly connected to Delhi by Rajdhani
express that is one of the fastest trains. Apart from
this, one can also reach Bangalore through various trains
heading far south. The city is also connected to Mumbai,
Kolkata, Goa, Mysore and various cities down south.
By Road :
The city is well connected to all major cities in South
and Central India through efficient, frequent and
inexpensive bus services.
Accommodation
Bangalore being an significant tourist and growing
business center, has an general list of hotels ranging
from the luxury to deluxe and the very ordinary. Hotels in
Bangalore caters to eveybody's taste and vims. There are
many restaurants and fast food chains in different cadre.
The lodging available offers wide range of facilities and
services, you would expect.
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in India and online Booking facility of Bangalore in
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