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Bangalore - Bengaluru is the capital and the largest city of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is now know as Bengaluru as it is known today was founded by Kempe Gowda, who built a mud fort in the city.

In the year 1120 AD, the Hoysala King, Veera Ballalla ruled the Deccan plateau or the South of India. On a hunting trip in the forest he lost his way. After a long search he met an old lady in the forest who offered him shelter for the night and served him some boiled beans for dinner. To show his gratitude to this lady for having saved his life, the King constructed a town and named it as Benda Kalooru which means town of boiled beans. Later in 1537, a local chieftain, Kempe Gowda helped design this town and give it its modern shape.

Under Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali the state progressed economically and trade flourished with many foreign nations through the ports of Mangalore. Several attempts by the British to capture Bangalore - Bengaluru were repulsed by the Mysorean Army, most notably in 1768 when Hyder Ali forced Colonel Nicholson of the British Army to lift his siege of Bangalore - Bengaluru. The French under Napoleon had promised to drive the British from India. Tipu successfully stalled the British in the first, second and third Anglo-Mysore Wars. Tipu, however, was defeated and ultimately killed in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War.

Upon the passing of Tipu Sultan, the Wodeyars returned to the throne of Mysore, and therefore Bengalooru, although only as figureheads. Bengaluru remained part of British East India until Indian independence in August, 1947.

In 1906, Bengalooru became the first city in Asia to have electricity, supplied by the hydroelectric plant situated in Shivanasamudra.

Prior to developments in the last few decades, Bengaluru was a well laid out city with many spacious gardens, which provided it the moniker, the Garden City. It therefore served traditionally as a retreat for people from the surrounding South Indian regions. Even today, the city administration manages to maintain several excellent parks. Cubbon Park and Lal Bagh are just two such examples.

By Air : Bangalore - Bengaluru international Airport, known as 'HAL Airport' is situated about 6km from the city centre.

By Rail : Bangalore - Bengaluru is connected to all major Indian cities by rail. Several trains such as Shatabhi express , Bridavan express, Lalbagh express connect to Bangalore - Bengaluru.

By Road : Major National Highways connects Bangalore - Bengaluru to Chennai and Mumbai.

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
Cubbon Park, Kasturba Road,
Bangalore - Bengaluru, 560001, India.
It is managed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM. It exhibits science, such as the electrical displays within the Electro Technic Hall, the rockets research in the Space Hall, the animatronics of Dinosaur, and also the Fun Science Hall which is worth visiting.
Each floor of this museum is dedicated to a scientific discipline. The 'Engine Hall' exhibits engines of various automobiles, machines used in industry, a jet aircraft engine, and other mechanical devices. The predictability and precision of mechanics is demonstrated by the rolling balls that travel endlessly within metal tracks. Principle of conservation of energy can be explained convincingly through this exhibit. The 'Electro Technical Gallery' contains interactive electrical exhibits which work on the basic principles of electricity, electronics and communication. A demonstration on electrostatics, which includes Tesla coil, Van de Graaff generator etc is fantastic. This is a must visit for all the students of electricity at basic and advanced level and all those who are attracted by the marvels of electricity.

Government Museum
Cubbon Park, Kasturba Road,
Bangalore - Bengaluru, 560001, India.
You will find a number of important collections, including coins, local artifacts and relics, and some art works. The neighboring Venkatappa Art Gallery is especially impressive and often combined with a visit to the Government Museum.

Venkatappa Art Gallery

HAL Aerospace Museum The Museum showcases the growth of the Indian aviation industry and HAL for six decades.

Lal Bagh : Is a botanical garden, commissioned by the Hyder Ali in the year 1760. The 240 acre park is home to over 1000 species of flora and a Glass House. The park is known for its annual flower show. The garden surrounds one of the towers erected by the founder of Bangalore - Bengaluru, Kempe Gowda I. The Lal Bagh Rock, dates back to 3000 million years, is another attraction.

Hyder Ali commissioned the building of this garden in 1760 but his son, Tipu Sultan, completed it. Lal Bagh is a 240 acre (971,000 sq.m. - almost 1 km².) garden and is located in south Bangalore. It holds a number of flower shows, especially on the Republic Day (26th January). The garden has over 1,000 species of flora. The Glass House, modeled on London's Crystal Palace was built by James Cameron. Hyder Ali laid out these famous botanical gardens and his son added horticultural wealth to them by importing trees and plants from several countries.Hyder Ali Deployed people from Thigala Community who were extremely good in gardening. The Lal Bagh Gardens were commissioned by the 18th century and over the years it acquired India's first lawn-clock and the subcontinent's largest collection of rare plants. The garden also has trees that are over 100 years old.

The garden surrounds one of the towers erected by the founder of Bangalore, Kempe Gowda. Hyder Ali decided to create this garden on the lines of the Mughal Gardens that were gaining popularity during his time. The park has some rare species of plants brought from Persia, Afghanistan and France. With an intricate watering system for irrigation, this garden is aesthetically designed, with lawns, flowerbeds, lotus pools and fountains. Most of the centuries old trees are labeled for easy identification. The Lal Bagh Rock, one of the oldest rock formations on earth, dating back to 3000 million years, is another attraction that brings the crowds.

The Lal Bagh Gardens are based on the design of the Mughal Gardens that once stood at Sira, at a distance of 120 km from Bengaluru on the main NH4 at Tumkur District in Karnataka. This is amply supported by ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) and other historical records. At that time, Sira was the head-quarters / capital of the strategically important southernmost Mughal "suba" (province) of the Deccan before the British Raj.

Flower shows are conducted every year to educate people about the variety of flora and develop public interest in plant conservation and cultivation.

Cubbon Park: is located in the heart of the city and spreads over 300 acres (1.2 km2). The part was created in the year 1884, by Major General Richard Sankey. The park is home to numerous trees and plants that span over 68 genera and 96 species. The park is also known for its kids train.

The Park is accessible from M.G. Road, Kasturba road, Hudson Circle and Ambedkar Veedhi (Road). The motorable roads which run through the park are allowed for light motor vehicles only. All locations of the park are accessible through walking paths. The Park is open to the public at all times but the roads are closed for traffic from 5 A.M to 8 A.M every day.

Indigenous and exotic botanical species found in the park are about 68 genera and 96 species with a total of around 6000 plants/trees. Indigenous species found in the park are: artocarpus, cassia fistula, ficus, polyalthias etc., and exotic species such as araucaria, bamboo, castanospermum australe, grevillea robusta, millettia, peltophorum, schinus molle, swietenia mahagoni, tabebuia etc.

Amongst the ornamental and flowering exotic trees lining the roads in the park are the Grevillea robusta (silver oak)—the first oaks introduced to Bangalore from Australia —and the delonix or the gulmohar tree (bright red flowers with long petals) along the Cubbon road in the park, which is a widely cultivated tropical ornamental tree around the world.

Bangalore - Bengaluru is leading the country in the development of software companies of world class. The two stars are Infosys Technologies and WIPRO. These companies have drawn from the same source-the excellent educational centers of Bangalore - Bengaluru. Where the engineering companies looked primarily for male employees, the new software companies have opened up a whole new field of opportunity for the women employees.

Bangalore - Bengaluru is also a leader in exports to different parts of the world. It’s textile exports, especially silk are very high and account for a large portion of state revenue. Due to a large number of granite quarries in and around the city granite exports are also very high. Then there is sandalwood and agarbattis (incense sticks) that are also thriving businesses and international exports.

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple Ancient temple in the Chola style of architecture, which is a protected monument under the Karnataka Ancient and Historical Monuments, and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act 1961. It is a cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

1) Karanji Anjaneya in Basavanagudi
2) Bande Mahakali
3) Pralayakalada Veerabhadra
4) Kalabhairava in Gavipura Guttahalli
5) Ranganathaswamy in Balepete.
6) Kadu Malleswara temple at Malleswaram
7) Kote Venkataramanaswamy (Srinivasa) temple (1690) adjoining Tippu Sultan's Palace, Kasi Vishveshwara temple (1840) in Balepete.
8) Bennekrishna temple at Tulasi Thota

Bull Temple : The temple was built in 1537 by a local ruler under the Vijayanagara empire in the Vijayanagara architectural style. The ruler, a feudatory chief named Kempe Gowda, also founded the city of Bangalore now Bengaluru. The temple is named after the large granite Nandi monolith placed on a plinth in the temple shrine (garbhagriha) which has become blackened from years of being rubbed with charcoal and oil. The temple is a small one, consisting only of the shrine fronted by a porch in the Vijayanagara style. The current tower (vimana) over the shrine was constructed in the early 20th century and is adorned with Saivite figures and motifs.

It is said to house one of the largest Nandi murthis in the world. The height of the murthi is approximately 15 ft (4.6 m) and it is approximately 20 feet (6.1 m) long.

Huge Shiva in old Airport Road : Built by owner of Kids Kemp-A retail outlet, is a huge Idol of Lord Shiva & Ganesha. It is completely made of plaster of paris. It is also a tourist attraction in recent times.

ISKCON Temple : (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Built in an ornate architectural style, the Krishna Temple is a blend of modern technology and spiritual harmony.

Masjids In Bangalore - Bengaluru :-

Jamia Masjid: situated near the City Market, is the most impressive mosque in Bangalore now Bengaluru. Designed by Rayyaz Asifuddin of Hyderabad, India, it was built in 1940 with white marble from Rajasthan and is dedicated to Tippu Sultan. This land mark has bulbous domes, twin towers standing on exquisitely carved granite pillars and fashioned jali work in the balcony. It is a five–storeyed structure, with space to accommodate up to 10,000 devotees. With an ablution pool in the centre of mosque, the ambiance inside the mosque is cool, serene and airy. In the elevated prayer hall of the mosque, beautiful bubris (frescoes) that bear mark of Tippu Sultan have been revealed, after removing the old plaster. Muslims in large numbers congregate here during the death anniversary of Tippu Sultan, to mark the "Tipu Urs”.

The Jumma Masjid: located on the Old Poor House Road in the Cantonment area of the city is also said to be one of the oldest mosques, built by Abdul Quddus in the early 19th century. It was earlier known as the Sangian Jamia Masjid but is now called the Jumma Masjid. While the raised prayer hall of the mosque has granite pillars, the building as such is a brick and mortar structure with ornate jali work and floral motifs in plaster on the facade.

Other mosques Of the many other in the city of Bangalore now Bengaluru, the important ones are the Sangeen Jamia Masjid in Taramandalpet built by the Moghuls (1687–1690), the Ibrahim Shah Sahele Masjid built in 1761 (at Kumbarpete) by Hyder Khilledar Ibrahim Khan and the Bademakan Masjid (Siddiah Road) built during Hyder Ali's period by two Sufi saints of Bijapur.

Dargas There are 24 darghas (darghas are Sufi shrines built over the grave of revered religious figures) in Bangalore now Bengaluru and the popular ones are the Kambal Posh Darga (Old Broadway), Hazarat Tawakkal Mastan Shah Darga (Cottonpet) and Besarwali Shahi Darga (Cubbonpet). The Tawakkal Mastan, in particular, has a legend which has a Hindu linkage as it is associated with a local Hindu festival called karaga. According to a popular folk legend, Hazrat Tawakkal Mastan, a mason from Arabia while working in disguise as an ordinary coolie (labour) in the construction of Hyder Ali's fort was trampled by a crowd during the karaga procession and fainted but was revived by some Hindu priests who applied kumkum (vermillion powder), which resulted in the healing of his wounds and recovery. Since then, on his insistence, the karaga procession used to stop at the dargah as mark of respect and devotion, which is continued to this day. Thus, the two religious systems coming together every year at the Tawakkal Dargah (which has a history of over 200 years), on the occasion of the annual Karaga festival of Dharmaraya Swamy reflects a "syncretic cultural legacy".

Christianity and churches :-

St. Mary's Basilica : It is the oldest church in Bangalore - Bengaluru and is the only church in the state that has been elevated to the status of a minor basilica.
Was built by Fr. Abbe du Bois in 1803 as a Chapel of thatched roof at Bili Akki Palli or colloquially known as ‘‘Blackpally’’ (now known as Shivajinagar)and offered mass there and that structure was called Kaanike Mathe Devalaya (which in Kannada means the Church of Our Lady of Presentation) and that is the present St. Mary's Basilica.

The basilica has been built in Gothic-style with arches, ornamental motifs and stained glass windows. Multiple columns and tall spires of the basilica can be seen from quite a distance. The stained glass windows were removed during World War II and were subsequently restored in 1947.

St. Mary's Feast which celebrates the birth of Mother Mary is the most important festival celebrated in the basilica and is attended by thousands of people. Held in the month of September, the festivities go on for 10 days culminating in a grand chariot procession on the last day. The festivities begin with the hoisting of a traditional flag. A Novena is held on the first nine days from August 30 to September 7. On September 8, the day on which Mother Mary was born, is celebrated as a feast. Holy mass is offered in different languages and mass marriages are conducted for the poor and needy. A thanksgiving mass is also organized for couples who have completed 50 years of marriage. Eucharistic celebrations are held on the day of the feast and a decorated chariot with the image of Mother Mary is drawn by devotees along the various streets of Bangalore now Bengaluru.

Infant Jesus Church at Vivek Nagar, which is now the biggest church in Karnataka and a popular pilgrimage centre, has a long history of sacrifice and devotion. The Church was first conceived by Fr. Paul Kinatukara in the sixties and the foundation was laid in April 1970 by Rev.Dr.Lourduswamy, the then Archbishop of Bangalore. The missionary zeal (in spite of daunting hurdles) of Fr. L. Peter established the church on a firm footing and the church was opened to devotees in the year 1979, to honour and glorify the divine Infant Jesus of Prague. Designed by the Architects of Thomas Associates, the church with a fan shaped hall can accommodate about 2500 people. It has 9 faces and openings running all round the church. People seated anywhere in the interior of the church feel that the altar is facing them. The podium is raised above road level with steps and ramp on either side. The replica of the nativity scene in the nativity church of Jerusalem is the main mural of size 6 mi (9.7 km) x9 mi (14.5 km). The remarkable feature of the church is the secular nature of the devotees who throng seeking blessings, particularly on Thursdays and Saturdays. St Mary's Feast is celebrated in September every year when devotees gather at the Church dressed in orange color.

St Patricks Church located on Brigade road is the second oldest church in the city (around 160 years old - foundation laid in July 1841). Father Chevalier was responsible for building the church, which was consecrated as a cathedral in 1899. The foundation was laid in July 1841 and the building was completed in 1844. In 1887, the Catholic Hierarchy for southern India Pope Leo XIII was proclaimed in this church in 1887. Renovated in 1894-98, on November 12, 1899 the church was consecrated as St. Patrick Cathedral. It has a beautiful arched entrance flanked by twin columns. The interior of the church has twelve graceful pillars which symbolize the twelve apostles. The twin spires of the Church are a landmark in the city cantonment.

St. Andrew's Kirk, the only Scottish Kirk in Bangalore, is located on the Cubbon Road. The stained glass windows in the Church depict Lord Jesus and his eight apostles. The walls are adorned with polished brass plaques and a pipe organ installed in 1881 is also seen in the Church.

Holy Trinity Church located at Trinity circle is an exquisite landmark at the east end of the Mahatma Gandhi Road, built in 1848–51 in the English Renaissance style, and was designed by Major Pears, foundation was laid on February 16, 1848 and consecrated on July 25, 1852. The church can accommodate 700 people and is considered as the largest "military" church in South India.

Shelter House Church located in Arekere main road, Bannerghatta Road is a boon for people staying in and around the Bannerghatta Road area. The service is conducted in English and starts from 9:30 AM in the morning. You will enjoy the worship music and the inspiring motivational word.

• Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace Located near K R Market , Bangalore - Bengaluru. Built in 1791, this beautiful two-storeyed ornate wooden structure with exquisitely carved pillars, arches and balconies was one of Tipu's favourite summer retreats. It now houses a museum that contains artefacts relating to the Hyder-Tipu regime. Fort is located there.

• Bangalore - Bengaluru Palace: (1862) is a palace located in the city of Bangalore - Bengaluru, India and is built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England.

• Mayo Hall : It was designed in the memory of Lord Mayo and is as one of the finest designs of British architecture.