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Tourist Places in Bangalore

Whitefield was originally a neighbourhood full of Anglo Indian and the Eurasian residents in the late 1800s. It was named after D.S. White, who was the founder of the European and Anglo Indian Association. This association received 4,000 acres of land from the Maharaja of Mysore - Chamaraja Wodeyar, during the latter part of the 18th century.

Whitefield went from being a quaint locality to being an IT hub of Bangalore in the early 1990’s, credit to the software boom in India. Today, it is home to many world-renowned companies and startups in the technology space.

Here are some tourist spots that you can visit during your next trip to Bangalore:

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Bangalore Palace

Bangalore Palace is a royal structure that is located within the city. It was purchased from Rev. J Garrett in the year 1873 for Rs. 40,000. This palace underwent significant renovations from 1874 to 1878. During the subsequent years, the successors of the Wodeyar dynasty added many more features like the Durbar Hall.

This palace boasts an area of 45,000 sq. ft., and is set within grounds that span about 454 acres. It is one of the many tourist places near Whitefield that is a must-visit destination.

 

ISKCON Temple

ISKCON Temple is a state-of-the-art temple that is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha. It is one of the most revered tourist places in Whitefield. This temple boasts unique architecture, which combines traditional style of architecture with a bold new aesthetic. This temple is one of the best Whitefield tourist places to visit.

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Lalbagh Botanical Garden is another popular spot that one must visit. This garden was first planned and brought to fruition by Hyder Ali. It was later managed by numerous British Superintendents before India attained independence. This botanical garden features a number of ornamental plants and a central glasshouse. This glasshouse is an important attraction at the venue that captivates a lot of visitors, who come to enjoy its intricate beauty.

In addition, Lalbagh Botanical Garden is also the venue for a number of flower shows that are hosted on important days such as Republic Day and Independence Day. Come, take a leisurely stroll, and enjoy nature all around at this botanical garden.
 

Cubbon Park

Cubbon Park is the designated ‘Lung of Bengaluru’. It is dotted with a variety of trees and lush greenery, and is one of the many reasons why Bangalore is referred to as the ‘Garden City of India’. This park is located in the heart of the city, and was originally established by Major General Sankey in the year 1870, who was the British Chief Engineer of the Mysore State. The park originally spanned over an area of about 100 acres, but with subsequent expansions and additions over the years, it now has an area of about 300 acres. Take a trip to this park to embrace the greenery of the Garden City.

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Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace

Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace is another important attraction in Bangalore. It is a prime example of Indo-Islamic architecture and was the summer residence of Tipu Sultan. Its construction started during the reign of Hyder Ali and was completed in the year 1791 during the reign of Tipu Sultan. This palace was used as a secretariat by the British after the death of Tipu Sultan in the fourth Anglo-Mysore war.

Enjoy a fun-packed getaway to Bangalore, filled with exploration and a serene stay at The Waverly Hotel & Residences!