The crowded malls, streets filled with common people and skyscrapers, you will see such a sight in Bengaluru. You can also call it Bengaluru, the city of the new generation of India. In 1537 a settlement was established by Kempegowda, a commander of the Vijayanagara Empire. The same settlement is today's modern Bengaluru. In the pages of history, Bengaluru was ruled by the Ganga dynasty in the early times, and then the Hoysala dynasty took over the reins.
Earlier this city was known as Garden City. But due to the huge boom in the IT sector, it is now known as Silicon Valley. Bengaluru falls in the south-east of Karnataka, and the city lies in the middle of the Mysore plateau. Nestled at an altitude of 3113 feet above sea level, the climate here is quite pleasant.
Tourist attractions in Bengaluru
Some of the top sights to visit include Cubbon Park, Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, Ulsoor Lake, HAL Aerospace Museum & Heritage Centre, Opera House and National Gallery of Modern Art. If you are fond of architecture, then Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, England’s Windsor Castle and Dodda Basavana Gudi are good Places to Visit.
The famous religious places in this city include Bull Temple, Iskcon Temple, Shiva Temple (Airport Road) and Holy Trinity Church. Here you will find products of local and international brands in Forum Mall, Garuda Mall, Central and Mantri Mall. From the Cauvery Mall on MG Road, you can buy homogeneous items such as sandalwood and toys made of Channapatna wood.
Things to do in Bengaluru
Spending a day out in Guhantara resort will let you enjoy a number of adventures as well as fun-filled activities, sports, and games. You can also spend time in its Ayush centre if you wish to spend some time in relaxation. If you want to spend a day having adventure activities releasing your adrenaline rush and thrill, then the best place to visit in Bangalore is Jakkur Aerodrome and try out parasailing and hot air balloons. Bengaluru offers many adventure activities such as trekking, rock climbing, cycling, go-karting and many other adrenaline-pumping activities.
Airport in Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is a well-known airport in Bengaluru. It is located around 30 km near the suburb of Devanahalli. It is the 3rd busiest airport across the country.
- Airport Address: KIAL Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560300
- Airport IATA Code: BLR