About Bengaluru
Bengaluru, the largest city and the capital of Karnataka has a lively culture and an impressively qualified population. The city is rapidly developing and is known for the number of start-ups and IT companies it is home to. Home to several royal residences, Bengaluru has a rich architectural presence and welcomes all tourists with its lush green landscapes. Having the vibe of a bustling metropolitan city, Bengaluru can be any tourist's favourite place to visit.
Places to visit in Bangalore
- ISKCON Temple : The Sri Radha Krishna-Chandra Temple is one of the largest and most popular Krishna-Hindu temples in the world. It has a total of 6 shrines with various activities of worship taking place at fixed times throughout the day. The temple celebrates various Vedic occasions with much pomp and fanfare and witnesses a massive footfall of tourists and pilgrims as a result.
- Bangalore Palace : Inspired by the Windsor Castle and modelled after it, the Bangalore Palace is an architectural masterpiece and a prime tourist spot in Bengaluru. The palace complex is home to an amusement park and it also hosts several exhibitions and concerts in its open courtyard. The palace portrays the rich Indian history of the city of Bangalore in abundance with its handsome carvings, turreted parapets, fortified towers and exquisite arches.
- Cubbon Park : Also known as the Sri Chamarajendra Udyanavana, this is a landmark park and a prime tourist attraction of Bengaluru. Home to several esteemed buildings and statues of revered personalities, the Cubbon Park also hosts an abundance of flora and fauna on its premises. A favourite place to visit for nature lovers and morning walkers, this park is a nature lover’s paradise and should be on the itinerary of anyone visiting Bengaluru.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium : The Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium features a Science Park and a Science Centre that is every bit of an educating visit as it is fascinating. Here, you can indulge in a host of fun activities like experimenting with different types of telescopes, calculating your weight on different planets and marvelling at the huge display of galaxies and other astronomical phenomena. The Sky Theatre is a treat to visit for those who have a keen interest in astronomy.
- Bannerghatta Biological Park : The Bannerghatta Biological Park provides natural habitats to about 2300 animals across 102 species. Using scientific means to preserve the species and manage the zoo, provides various activities for people visiting but lays the ultimate stress on the conservation of the zoo premises. People who love to gaze at animals and enjoy being in the lap of nature, should not miss visiting here when in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru Airport
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), commonly known as Bengaluru Airport is an international airport that serves Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, India. At a distance of about 30 km from the city centre, the airport is situated adjacent to the popular Devanahalli area. The airport offers a range of passenger amenities including lounges, stores, dining options, currency exchange and services for the disabled. The airport is also well connected to the city by popular modes of transport like bus, taxi and railway.