Places To Visit In Bangalore That Will Blow Your Mind

This is one of the most popular shopping and entertainment hub in the city. This place is connected through metro, so no worries. However, being one of the busiest road in the city, you will find rush here most of the time. Take a stroll on the street, enjoy the bright atmosphere, people chattering and the food. If you are here then you will not miss visiting Garuda Mall and Commercial Street. This place is famous for shopping.

This is one of the cheapest shopping areas for everyone. Either you like shopping on street/footpath or not, I'd recommend - you should give it a try. Just walk through the street - "kya pta kya dikh jaye" :). I have always liked these types of small shops because they are full of surprises.

This is one of India's modern shopping malls. If you are in Bangalore, you cant afford to miss it. The picture say it all.

This was my first entry to any church. I was excited and nervous at the same time. Surprisingly, there was a marriage ceremony going on, the day I visited. so guess, a lot of people everywhere and I would not look awkward anymore. I spent nearly half an hour inside the church. Its was all so peaceful. If there is calmness and peace somewhere, it was here at that time.

If there is an International Cricket match ongoing, you just cant afford to miss it. There is also a cricket museum inside the stadium. The stadium is named after M.Chinnaswamy, the former President of BCCI. The euphoria of this place is amazing, specially during the IPLs.

This is the second largest aquarium in India and one of the most famous places to visit with/without family. This aquarium has on display a variety of ornamental as well as exotic fishes including Siamese Fighters, Catla, Freshwater Prawns, Goldfish, Red Tail Shark and many others. I had not seen all these different kind of fishes in my entire life but now I have.

This museum is setup by Gov. of India in memory of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya (an engineer, scholar, statesman and the Diwan of Mysore from 1912 to 1918). 15 September is celebrated as Engineer's Day in India in his memory. The best thing I liked after getting in was, it reminded me of my school days. Whatever experiences I have had in my school days, it felt like it was live here, just in front of my eyes. Some of these being- Wright brothers flying machine, dinosaurs gallery, first commercial vehicle, motor cars, train engine, space science etc. It was all there.

Cubbon park is speared across more than 300 acres and is an ideal place for nature lovers and those seeking a calm atmosphere. It is home to more than 6,000 trees that support a vibrant ecosystem to the city. There is a Dancing Fountain somewhere inside. I did not get time to visit it as the park area is immense. One may also visit State Central Library situated at the north edge of the park.

This is the Karnataka Legislature (lower house) building. It has a beautiful architecture and design. The keyword at front top- "To the People, By the People" says it all. Early evening is the best time to visit this place. When I visited here, a metro station construction was ongoing. I hope, it must be completed by now. Karnataka high court is just in front of Vidhana sabha.

When I visited here, the gate was closed for renovation. If you get a chance to get in, may be you could share your experience with us :). No worries though, National Military Memorial Park is just opposite side inside Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain. the memorial is in honour of the men and families of martyrs of the Armed Forces. There are couple of aircraft, ISRO PSLV space shuttle, tank and some other mechanical Warcraft inside the park. You would not be disappointed to come here.

Its a 10 minute walk from Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium. I didn't had time to visit it after spending so much time inside National Military Memorial Park. It was already evening. You can have a peek here too, if you are an art and nature lover. There is a beautiful garden as per online information.

St. Mary's Basilica church

It is famous for the festivities it holds during the St. Mary's Feast, in the month of September each year, an event which attracts a large number of devotees from in and around Bangalore. Unfortunately, the month was not September. the best thing I liked is, its architecture and design. Hope you do like it too.

If you are in Bangalore, this place should be one's first priority. You would find lots of travellers and tourists here than any other spot. This palace is currently owned by the Mysore Royal family. This place is also preferred for important events and other cultural programs. if you are lucky, you may attend one. You must purchase the tickets and have a visit to vast garden of various species of trees and unique paintings inside the palace.

I don't know what local people call it but I would surely call it Marine drive of Bangalore. Its a perfect place for nature lovers to have a few moments amidst refreshing nature and calm surroundings, the pond, boat riding, scent of flowers and the songs of birds. coming here you will realise that - Night is not only meant for sleeping.

This temple is devoted to lord Krishna. muktab - It is known as. If you can, you must visit here.

I came here to meet my friend who used to live nearby. Meeting your college friends after a long time at such a beautiful place is like reliving those college days. This place has the oldest neighbourhoods in the city of Bangalore. Evening is best time to come here.

Its an old and very small fort. They have restriction in most of the entry part though Entry is free. Not much to see here except the local mob just outside the fort due to nearby bus terminal. I stopped here on my way to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace. I left the place with the same speed at which I came here.

This is another very crowded tourist site but I did not find it that attractive. It is an old and not well maintained structure. The only thing I did here was to take a photo click.

This is nationally and internationally renowned centre for botanical artwork, scientific study of plants and also conservation of plants. Covering an area 240 acres in the heart of the city it has nearly 1,854 species of plants. You would find both national and international plants/tree throughout the garden. Its quite big and took me nearly 4 hour. Its glass house is famous for its annual flower show.

Dodda Basavana Gudi is said to be the biggest temple to Nandi (Lord Shiva's vahana) in the world. This place was on my must visited list. why? because I'm a big devotee of lord Shiva (more after reading Shiva trilogy). If you ever get a chance you must read this book, its worth reading.

This museum houses displays of various aircraft and helicopters, Aircraft engine models, Flight simulators, a mock Air Traffic Control Tower and exhibit of Indian aviation history. This was my first visit to any aerospace museum and it was an awesome experience.

This temple at the outer end of the city. though I did not get time to visit here, local people say that prasadam served here is very tasty due to devotion of people. It is built on a hill side and has a calm surrounding.

This national park is approximately 20 km away from the city. as per the official website, You can spot Lions and Tigers. unfortunately when I visited, it was closed.

This is located in a village called Kebbedoddi, around 30 km from the city. Nestled in the middle of a serene and lush green valley and surrounded by rocky hills on all sides the Pyramid Valley is an ideal place for meditation and relaxation. It is considered to be one of the seven wonders of Bangalore. If you find time, you must visit it.

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