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The
capital of Karnataka is India’s first experiment with the future. As
the 'Silicon Valley’ of the east rushes to catch up with the
advanced cities of the west, it brings in its wake multitudes of
issues that no other city in India grapples with. The rise of
India’s InfoTech power is giving it a sheen unseen else where and
the comparisons are with California. Yet, most of the substructures
are still stuck in the past and it takes over an hour to commute 30
Kms. It's a vibrant city that takes everything in its stride. Shop
in its malls. Enjoy movies in the multiplexes. Revel in it's
greenery that spreads all over the city. And after sundown you can
have ample spirited enjoyment in its numerous bars and restaurants.
Bangalore is well connected by air, internationally as the Asian
Silicon Valley, as also with all cities within the country. It is
accessible by roads with national highways throughout the country.
It is also a major junction for most trains.
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Places to visit |
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Vidhana Soudha
Located in
Cubbon Park, it is a majestic post independence structure
built with completely traditional elements of architecture.
As the state’s major power centre , this spectacular granite
structure( 5,00,000 sq.ft) houses the secretariat, the state
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Cubbon Park
As the green
heart of the city, this beautiful 300 acre park was built by
Lieutenant General Cubbon in 1864 and is home to a public
library and the museum. Many Greco –imperial buildings like
the Public Library and the High Court can be visited here. |
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Government
Museum
The Government
Museum has an extensive collection of artifacts on display
including ancient weapons of war, carvings on stone,
pottery, paintings and 5000-year-old relics of the
Mohenjo-Daro civilization. |
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Tipu's Summer
Palace
One
of Tipu's summer retreats has an elegant two storeyed
structure made of wood. It has many ornate pillars,
balconies, arches and a well-maintained garden. |
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The Fort and
Tipu Sultan's Palace
Rebuilt by Hyder
Ali in 1761, the Ganapati temple contains a well preserved
statue of Lord Ganesh inside. The Tipu’s palace nearby is
based on Daria Daulat Palace of Srirangapatnam. |
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Durgah of
Hazrat Tawakkal Mastan Shah Suharawardi
Situated in the
heart of Cottonpet, this Muslim saint's shrine is favored by
the famous Kangra procession, which visits the 'Durgah' of
the sufi saint Tawakkal Mastan. |
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St. Mary's
Cathedral
Built
in 1882 AD, it is a grand Basillica church and stands out
for it's magnificent tower and gothic arches. |
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Eating out
As a food paradise, the
city spreads out the widest range of cuisines. Savour anything you
have mind - from the traditional to the exotic. Don't forget to
relish the simple but excellent fare offered at the several "idli"
shops, and the numerous bakeries. For a gorging on delectable fares,
there are several restaurants serving anything from continental to
Chinese cuisine.
Pubs are at every corner.
Do’s and Don’t’s
- Beware of pickpockets,
touts.
- Always travel in taxis and autos by the meter. Never accept lifts.
- Don’t get friendly with locals.
- The majority of Indians remove their footwear when entering their
houses. Because of strict religious and social customs, visitors
must show particular respect when visiting someone’s home.
- Many Hindus are vegetarian.
- Many especially women, do not drink alcohol.
- Sikhs and Parsis do not smoke.
- Small gifts are acceptable as tokens of gratitude for hospitality.
- Women are expected to dress modestly. |
