
Abuzz
with energy and enthusiasm, the capital city of Bangalore in Karnataka has
earned the appellation of the 'IT Capital of India'. Today, the software
engineers of the city are busy solving technology puzzles all around the
globe. A healthful climate, landscaped gardens, beautiful parks, ancient
buildings, bars, nightclubs and discotheques and of course modern-day
wonders are the chief attractions of the city. Students from all over the
country flock to Bangalore either to get enrolled in an educational
institute of world repute or find profitable jobs for themselves.
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Bangalore experiences a moderate and pleasant climate. Summers extend from
April to June. Winters are pleasantly cool and continue from October till
February. The southwest monsoons hit the state in mid-June and continue till
August. The climate being salubrious, one can make a trip to Bangalore
anytime of the year.
Major Travel Attractions in Bangalore
» Tipu's Fort : Originally built by Kempe Gowda and
later refurbished and expanded by Tipu Sultan, the fort's design was
inspired by the Windsor Castle. Built in the Tudor style, the edifice has
beautiful carvings and patterns on its walls. The fort also encloses a 16th
century Ganapathi Temple.
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Lal Bagh Gardens : A brainchild of Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan, the
garden boasts around 1000 floral species including an exotic collection of
plants, trees and herbs. The park claims an area of 2,400 acres and has the
Glass House as its main attraction.
» Cubbon Park : A perfect place to go jogging, the
Cubbon Park is a big draw for tourists and locals alike. The wonderfully
laid out wooded park was set up in the year 1864. However, fairy fountains
and a bandstand were added later.
» Vidhana Soudha : Showcasing the neo-Dravidian
style of architecture, the Vidhan Soudha is built in granite. It houses the
State Legislature and the Secretariat. An exclusive feature of the building
is the gigantic sandalwood door.
Accommodation Options
Bangalore offers numerous hotels of various categories, catering to the
needs of travellers from different backgrounds. The hotels and resorts of
the city range from the most luxurious to the cheapest. Some of the stay
options include the Leela Palace (5 star deluxe), the Oberoi Hotel (5 star
deluxe), Royal Orchid Hotel (4 star), the Capitol (4 star), Central Park
Hotel (3 star) etc.
Getting There
The Bangalore Airport is at 6 km from the city centre. One can avail of
daily flights connecting to places like Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad,
Ahmedabad and Chennai. The railway station at Bangalore is also well linked
with the key destinations of the country. Road routes are also excellent.
The Karnataka State Transport Corporation runs regular buses to the
important places in the state.