Popularly known as the IT capital of Karnataka, Bangalore (Bengaluru) is a high-tech and modern city where people from all around the world unite to enjoy the city life. The city was also known as “City of the Gardens” where nature has endowed its divinity and beautified the place with many natural attractions which every tourist must visit while exploring Bangalore. This place has preserved its ancient culture which is visible in the Dravidian style temples, on the other end the gigantic malls and buildings show the technical development of the city. Travelia Holidays will take you to a tour on the seven wonders of Bangalore which will refresh and energize you with the feeling of fun, entertainment and positivity.

• The Bangalore Palace

 This amazing attraction is enclosed by acres of garden where tourist gather in large number. This magnificent palace was built in 1944 with Tudor architectural style which makes it royal. The palace complex and the gardens all around cover an area of 454 acres. Where the exterior beauty of the palace is beyond any comparison, the same is with interiors. The furniture has a touch of Victorian and Edwardian styles. The interior of the palace is magnificently decorated with floral motifs, cornices and wood carvings. The ceiling is ornamented with relief paintings. There are 35 rooms in the palace, along with a manual lift. There are paintings from the mid-nineteenth century which adorns the walls of the palace. The Bangalore Palace is also open for social functions, cultural events, concerts and sports. Artists like Elton John, Backstreet Boys, Akon, and Iron Maiden have performed here. You can start your tour to Bangalore by visiting this exceptional creation.

• Cubbon Park:

The Cubbon Park is the second most attractive destination and a natural bed for the tourist and for the people who love to dwell with nature. Cubbon Park is a home to many exotic and indigenous botanical species having about 68 genera and 96 species with a total number of around 6000 trees or plants. The park has many government offices within its periphery. The Vidhan Souda, the High Court Buildings – the Attara Kacheri and a number of other organizations which constitutes central government is present in the area. The park is open all the time. It has been declared a silent zone between 5.00 a.m. to 8.00 a.m. Come and enjoy the lush greenery present at this historical place to energize your soul.

• Lal Bagh

The Lal Bagh is a royal gift given to Bangalore by the Hyder Ali (ruler of Mysore) in 1760. Lal Bagh is a house to multiple varieties of plants and trees which made it a place to be internationally renowned for the scientific study of plants and botanical artwork. This beautiful garden is spread in an area of 240 acres with well-built roads, pathways and other amenities. The famous attractions of Lal Bagh are the “GlassHouse”, “The Bandstand”,” Lecture Hall”, “Pigeon House”, “Statue of Sri Chamaraja Wodeyar”,” Aquarium building”,” Aviary” and “Kempegowda Tower”. A Flower show is conducted every year in January and August which attracts tourists and locals in huge number. You can visit Lal Bagh daily from 6.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. throughout the year. The minimum entry fee for this exotic natural location is Rs.60. You can book your ticket online in advance to enjoy this special gift of nature.

• Bannerghatta National Park

Bannerghatta national park was established in 1971 with a total area of 104.27 sq. km. Nature lovers and photographers can get a treat at this location. If you are planning for a recreation from the bustling city life, then Bannerghatta National Park is the best destination you can ever visit. The diversified collection of wildlife here includes elephants, leopards, jackal, fox, wild boar, sloth bear, India gazelle, spotted deer, porcupine, Asiatic Lion, Royal Bengal Tiger, monitor lizard and cobras. The park is also a destination for adventure sports and trekking. One of the best things to explore about this place is the Lion and Safari Ride- where the tourists get to see lions and tigers in their natural habitat. It has also an objective to provide opportunities for scientific studies, Research and documentation on conservation and creation of database for sharing between authorities involved in In-Situ and Ex-Situ conservation. Get tickets over the counter or book your tickets online to avoid the rush. Ticket price for adults costs Rs. 60, for children Rs. 40 and for senior citizens Rs.50. For foreign tourists, the price is Rs.400 for adults and Rs. 300 for children.

• Wonder La Water Park

If your ultimate desire is to have unlimited fun and thrill, then you are heartily welcome to the best amusement park of India. Yes! You heard the correct “The BEST”. When you are prepared for a thrilling day, Wonder La Park is ready to serve you with 62 world-class rides (which include water rides, land rides, high thrill rides and Kids ride) that will mesmerize you with unlimited joy and will leave you with a feeling to return back the next week. Roller coasters, recoils, twist and turns and other thrilling rides will wash your entire worries and glitches of life. Pay once for the ticket and enjoy your favorite rides unlimited. The opening and closing time of the park are 11:00 am to 6:00 pm which slightly differs during peak season.

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• MG Road

If you are a shopaholic and love to shop all day round, then MG road is the best place for you to satiate your shopping spree. Over 500 brands of dresses and accessories, both for men and women are available, with a wide variety of choices. The place has expensive shopping malls as well as medium priced outlets of what you can imagine. It is the busiest location of Bangalore where people from all over the world can be seen with shopping bags in their hands and enjoying their tasty snacks. The area has open restaurants, bars, pubs, showrooms of all types which cater your requirement. Do not miss to taste the steamed corn with spices while you’re shopping. Your visit to Bangalore must include this busiest place on a priority list. So get your debit and credit cards ready!!!

• ISCON Temple:

Time for some devotion!

“Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare”

North Bangalore (Rajajinagar) has one of the most sacred temples where devotees of Lord Krishna gather to offer their prayer. It is recognized as one among the famous temples in Bengaluru. The temple is visited by thousands of devotees’ everyday from various parts of the country. The entrance of the temple starts with 108 staircases which finally lands you the divine area where Idols of Lord Krishna and Devi Radha are majestically decorated with gold. The devotees can enter through the normal entrance and via VIP entry which costs Rs.300 (Price includes free Prasadam and any 2 holy books of your choice). The temple offers a “Lungar” for free from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM in the afternoon. You can purchase idols of Lord Krishna of different sizes, prayer materials like incense sticks, Ghee, dhoop sticks of different fragrances,  goodies like bags, pencils, compass box, toys for kids like airplanes, cars, flying dish etc. of ISCON brand. Your trip to Bangalore is incomplete without visiting ISCON temple.

Travelia Holidays offers budget-friendly packages to explore this IT City of India. Contact us @ 91-612-2551122 or fill out our holiday package enquiry form and one of our representatives will contact you shortly with trip details.

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