Culture of Bangalore. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Holidays in Bangalore simply cannot be imagined without attending various excursions and visiting numerous local attractions and places of interest. Tipu Sultan's Fort built in the end of the 18th century is known as the most important place of interest in the city. For a long time the fort has remained the main residence of the city’s governor. Nowadays the building is converted into a museum, which offers its guests to see a large collection of valuable historical artifacts. A beautiful two-story building with graceful columns and elegant balconies - the fort has the full right to be called the most attractive architectural construction in Bangalore. Bangalore Palace belongs to newer architectural monuments of the city. The construction of the palace was completed in 1887. The building is made in a style that is quite unusual for the city. Bangalore Castle is more reminiscent of an old Norman castle. The inner decoration of the palace is no less remarkable. Visitors will find here a skilled wood carving, beautiful furniture and precious furnishings. The luxury of the palace’s design is simply breathtaking.
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The city is also full of interesting museums. Just look at its name “NIMHANS Brain Museum”. The fact is that this museum is under the control of the National Institute of Mental Health, and among its exhibits as you can guess, are real human brains. The idea behind its foundation is that people can get closer acquainted with the work of the principal organ. You will be told about new discoveries in this field here. Another museum worth visiting is dedicated to Indian aviation and it is called Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. Exhibits in the form of airplanes are positioned in the garden. Also, there is a shop where you can buy models of airplanes.
Bengaluru is a modern city. It is even called the “Silicon Valley of India”. There are many interesting futuristic buildings here. One of such is the Art of Living International Center. This building was constructed in 1986, and is a combination of the traditions of the past and the innovations of modernity. As a result, a unique building was achieved. In a similar vein, this is a very peaceful place. Another modern building is that of the Karnataka High Court. It looks grand, standing out against the others in its red color and Greek style architecture.
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In addition to the fact that Bengaluru has a huge number of Hindu temples of extraordinary beauty (Malleswaram, Chikka Tirupati Temple, Parshwanath Sushil Dham), as well as religious statues (Sri Dharmaraya Swamy, Dodda Ganapathi, Hanuman Temple), there are also Christian religious monuments here. The Infant Jesus Shrine is one of such and was built in 1970. It is a small place, but it is considered interesting due to the feeling that comes to the soul of everyone who decides to visit it. St. Mary’s Basilica looks monumental and beautiful. As befitting of any Indian temple (albeit Catholic), everything inside is decorated very colorfully. The church was constructed in the year 1813.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bangalore and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Bangalore
Nandi Temple
Where: Bugle Hill, Bangalore;
Where: Bugle Hill, Bangalore;
Bangalore Palace
Where: Palace Road, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (0)80 23315789;
Where: Palace Road, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (0)80 23315789;
Cubbon Park
Where: M.G. Road, Kasturba road, Bangalore;
Where: M.G. Road, Kasturba road, Bangalore;
Government Museum and Venkatappa Art Gallery
Where: Cubbon Park, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (0)80 22864483; Opening hours: Closed on Wednesdays;
Where: Cubbon Park, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (0)80 22864483; Opening hours: Closed on Wednesdays;
Vidhana Soudha
Where: Cubbon Park, Bangalore;
Where: Cubbon Park, Bangalore;
Lal Bagh
Where: K R Road, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 26573667;
Where: K R Road, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 26573667;
Tipu Sultan´s Summer Palace
Where: Mari Gowda Rd, Shanti Nagar, Bangalore;
Where: Mari Gowda Rd, Shanti Nagar, Bangalore;
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat
Where: Kumarakrupa Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 2226 1816;
Where: Kumarakrupa Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 2226 1816;
Ulsoor Lake
Where: M.G. Road, Bangalore;
Where: M.G. Road, Bangalore;
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Where: Sri. T. Chowdaiah Road, High Grounds, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 22266084;
Where: Sri. T. Chowdaiah Road, High Grounds, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 22266084;
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technical Museum
Where: Kasturba Rd, Cubbonpet, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 22864009;
Where: Kasturba Rd, Cubbonpet, Bangalore; Telephone: +91 (80) 22864009;
Iskcon Temple
Where: Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Rd, Bangalore;
Where: Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Rd, Bangalore;
Reference information
Art galleries in Bangalore and around
♥ Art museum 'National Gallery of Modern Art' Bangalore, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Bangalore' Bangalore, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'National Gallery of Modern Art' Bangalore, 0.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Bangalore' Bangalore, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Cathedrals and basilicas near Bangalore
♥ St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Bengaluru, 3.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Bengaluru, 3.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Bangalore
Landmarks of culture on Bangalore map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Bangalore. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Bangalore: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Bangalore. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!