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The State Legislative and Secretariat House was built in 1956 in the Neo Dravidian Style with granite entirely soured from the city itself. This imposing structure represents the best of monument of Bangalore. Do not miss the sight of the illuminated building on Sunday after 7:00pm. 

Directly opposite to the Vidhana Souda is the State High court. This magnificent building was constructed in 1867 in the Gothic Style of architecture.

One of the country's oldest art museums this gallery houses many interesting antiques and archeological objects. (Closed on Wednesday).

This beautiful park was laid out in 1864 by Lieutenant General Sir Mark Cubbon. Over 250 acres of this green park is just right for long walks and hosts a children's amusement park, a doll museum and a toy train for children. Children's parties can be arranged with cartoons characters etc. in the park. The Vijayranga Theater complex screens children's films and stage plays.

Bangalore's other sprawling park is in the South of the city. The Lalbagh Gardens was laid out in the year 1760 by HyderAli It covers an area of 240 acres. The Glass House, inspired by the Crystal Palace in London is a favourite spot in Lalbagh which hosts the famous Flower show during the month of August.

The Bangalore Palace was built in the year 1887 by the Wodeyar dynasty. It is built similar to medieval castles in Normandy and England . It's interiors boasts of elegant wood carvings and Tudor -style architecture. 

This houses the State Central Library. This place has a rich collection of reference books. Works between 0830 and 1900 all through the week except on Mondays.

The Palace was constructed first by Hyder Ali and completed by his son Tipu Sultan in the year 1791. Tipu called it as 'The Envy of Heaven'. It is constructed mainly in wood and has fine intricately sculpted arches surrounded by exquisite minarets. 

The ISKCON provides much more for the soul, than those rituals. ISKCON are centers of spiritual learning through Godly association. Centers where a visitor is inspired to learn more about Spiritual life. There is a magnificent main temple hall which houses the altars of Their Lordships Sri Radha Krishna-Chandra, Sri Krishna Balarama & Sri Nitai Gouranga. Also one can see the Golden Chandelier that is shaped a inverted Lotus Flower.

Fun World is a World of Wonders & created specially for you. It is a place that loves Kids. Fun World is a 12 acre Disney Land Like Amusement Park, tucked into Palace Grounds, Bangalore. For our littlest visitors, Fun World has rides that are safe & good fun, like Atlanta Roller Coater, Caterpillar Rides, Rounded Train & Toy Rides. For Kids of all ages, there are surprises galore at Fun World.

It boasts of Awesome 65 feet high depiction of Lord Shiva seated in Lotus position. It has the backdrop of Mount Kailash the Lord's heavenly abode and the river Ganga flowing from his matted locks as depicted in the mythology.

At Basavangudi is one of Bangalore's oldest temples. Built for Nandi, the sacred Bull, the vehicle of Lord Shiva, this temple has a 4.6 meter tall carved statue of the sacred bull.

Gandhi Bhavan displays the life of the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi with pictures and Photostats of his letters.

The second largest Aquarium in the country it has a large varsity of aquatic life.( Closed on Monday).

Befitting the "science city" title that it carries, the Planetarium is a interesting site for children. The English shows are held daily at 1630 Hrs. The Aquarium remains closed on Monday.

Named after the famous Sir M. Visvesvaraya , a engineer par excellence who built many famous dams in Karnataka, this Science museum houses models of machines. It is a highly recommended spot for children, (Closed on Monday).

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