Have An Awesome Holiday In The Garden City - Bangalore

Also called the Garden City because it is replete with so many beautiful gardens

, Bangalore is the capital of the southern state of Karnataka in India. Today, the city is a bustling and happening city because of its large expatriate community and IT fraternity. However, there are many things to do and see here that will keep a traveler busy and happy. There are several flights to Bangalore, both domestic and international, so getting cheap plane fares should never be an issue for people, who want to explore it.

The city has a new airport, which is away from the center of city, and both international and domestic flights land here. The airport is well connected to the city center by way of taxis and shuttle service. Those wanting to visit the city from other parts of India can book their tickets on travel websites a week or so in advance to get the best airfares. One of the domestic airlines that can offer cheap flights to Bangalore is Jet Airways. International airlines, such as British Airways, Air France and Air Canada, service this city.

Once people come on cheap tickets to Bangalore, they are surprised to find a modern city. There many pubs here and both the locals and foreigners frequent them. In fact, the city is called the Pub Capital of India. The nightlife is extremely vibrant and energetic here, especially the music scene. The city is the hub for heavy metal music in the country and many bands perform this genre of music nearly every night. In addition, renowned international bands also give live performances occasionally.

As mentioned earlier, the city is famous for its gardens. One garden that all visitors should visit is the Lal Bagh Botanical Garden. This garden was established in the early half of the 19th century and is spread over an area of 96 acres. There are eco-friendly vehicles that are available to tour the garden. There is a huge glass greenhouse with a variety of exotic flora. The garden is open throughout the year and can be a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Another popular garden in the city is the Cubbon Park, which was established during the British rule. The garden is named after the British Commissioner of Bangalore, Sir Mark Cubbon. At the entrance of the garden is the High Court, but thereafter there is 300 acres of lush greenery along with an abundance of wildlife.

Be sure to visit the Palace of Tipu Sultan to get an insight into the history of the city. The architecture of the palace is beautiful. In addition, there are many temples that are worth visiting and checking out, such as ISKCON Temple, Gavi Gangatheswara Cave Temple and Venkataramanswami Temple. There is even an amusement park called Wonder La Amusement Park.

The city is one of the best places in India to pick up carvings made from sandalwood and those interested in buying silk saris will not be disappointed. In addition, the several malls and high-end stores are there to offer branded items, fashion accessories, electronics and much more.

by: Aleena Moore

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