BANGALORE (Bengalaru) - the garden city

Despite being one of Asia's fastest growing cities, Bangalore remains one of the most elegant metros in India. A large number of parks, gardens and lakes, Bangalore is aptly called India's garden city. City experiences moderate climate throughout the year. Its also the IT capital of India.

How to Reach Bangalore?

By Air
Bangalore is served by Bengaluru International Airport.

By Train
Bangalore comes under the South Western Railway zone of the Indian Railways. Bangalore City Railway station and Yesvantpur Junction connect it to the rest of the country through the vast chain of Indian Railways. The Bangalore Rajdhani Express connects the city to New Delhi, the capital of India. Bangalore is also connected to other major cities in India

By Road
Overnight deluxe super fast buses connect Bangalore with Chennai, Hyderabad, Cochin and all other major cities in South India.

Distances from Bangalore

Badami - 500 km                       Bandipur - 220 km
Dharmastala - 349 km               Dharwar - 428 km

Gokarna - 478 km                    Gulbarga - 580 km

Hampi - 350 km                       Hassan - 185 km
Hospet - 340 km                      Kolar Gold field - 98 km

Mangalore - 357 km                 Manipal - 386 km

Sravanabelagola -158 kms         Sringeri - 326 kms
Srirangapatna - 125 kms           Bellary - 301
Talakaveri 293 kms                   Mysore - 140

Udipi 381 kms                          Mananthavady - 253 km

Coorg - 251 km                       Ooty - 300 km - 

Coonoor - 296 km                    Nagarhole - 225 km

Kabini - 170 km                       Goa - 570

Must See in Bangalore

Vidhan Soudha - Also known as the State Secretariat was built in 1954 and is the main attraction of this city. It is a marvel of modern architecture and is a fine amalgamation of traditional Dravidian and modern styles.

Cubbon Park - The 120-hectare park located near the Vidhan Soudha, has a number of neo-classical styled government buildings.

Botanical garden - Haider Ali laid out the garden while Tipu Sultan added plants and trees for other countries. The place has over 1800 species of tropical, sub tropical, medicinal and floral plants

ISKCON Temple Complex - It is one of the popular tourist attractions for the Hindu religious tourists. ISKCON stands for International Society for Krishna Consciousness which was founded by Srila Prabhupada in 1966.

Government Museum - Established in 1886, it is one of the oldest museums in the country. It has 18 galleries comprising of Neolithic finds from various civilizations, antique jewellery, textiles, coins, art and miniature paintings among other reserves.

Tipu Sultan's Fort and Palace - The 18th-century Tipu Sultan's Fort and Palace hidden in the busy KR Market is an elegant palace built by Tipu Sultan, with teak pillars and frescoes. Though incomparable to the more famous Tipu Sultan’s palace at Mysore, this is one of the relatively unknown monuments of Bangalore.

Museums - The Government Museum of Bangalore (one of India's oldest museums) and the Visvesvaraya Technological and Industrial Museum are important museums within the city.

Botanical Gardens - The Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, which holds a number of flower shows is located on the southern fringes of the city.

Ulsoor Lake - The Ulsoor Lake on the northeastern edge of the city is an important picnic spot.

Bannerghatta National Park - Bannerghatta National Park, 21 km from the city, is a must visit.
 

Nrityagram village - Thirty kilometers from Bangalore is the Nrityagram village, housing a classical dance academy.

Nandi Hills - Sixty kilometers from Bangalore is the Nandi Hill Resort, which is also famous for its temples and fort.

Shivasamudram Falls - Located at a distance of 90 km the site of the first hydro-electric power station in Asia, set up in the early 20th century. The Gaganachukki and Barachukki waterfalls are best visited post monsoon, when there’s abundant water

Art of Living International Center - The Art of Living International Center, founded by H H Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is located on the  Kanakapura Road, Bangalore, India.

Doda Alada Mara - The Doda Alada Mara, a 400-year-old banyan tree lying 28 km from the city, is a must visit.

Mekedatu - Mekedatu, 98 km south of Bangalore, and Muthyalamaduvu, 40 km from Bangalore (also known as the Pearl Valley), is a important picnic spot.

Karnataka Holiday Packages

Coorg Holidays (2 Night 3 Days)	Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty Tours (6 nights)
Kabini Holidays (2 Nights 3 Days)	Bangalore - Mysore - Ooty (6  nights)
Hampi Holiday Package (2 Nights 3 Days)	Bangalore- Mysore - Hampi (6 nights)