A Day in Bangalore

  1. 9:00 AM: Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Vidhana Soudha

    Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath is an art museum in Bangalore. It has a collection of traditional and contemporary art from across India. The museum has an outdoor sculpture garden as well.

  2. 11:00 AM: Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
    25 minutes (3.7 miles) from Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath

    Lalbagh Botanical Gardens is a 240-acre garden and a popular tourist destination in Bangalore. It has over 1,000 species of plants and a glasshouse modeled after the London Crystal Palace.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at CTR
    15 minutes (2.3 miles) from Lalbagh Botanical Gardens

    CTR (Shri Sagar) is one of the most famous restaurants in Bangalore. It is known for its masala dosas and filter coffee. The restaurant is always crowded, so be prepared to wait for a table.

  4. 3:00 PM: Bangalore Palace
    20 minutes (4.2 miles) from CTR

    Bangalore Palace was built in 1878 and is now a tourist attraction. The palace has Tudor-style architecture and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The palace has artwork, furniture, and other artifacts from the royal family on display.

  5. 5:00 PM: Vidhana Soudha
    15 minutes (3.3 miles) from Bangalore Palace

    Vidhana Soudha is the seat of the Karnataka state legislature and a popular landmark in Bangalore. The building has a neo-Dravidian style of architecture and is beautifully lit in the evenings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Lunch at CTR (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Bangalore Palace (2 hours, INR 250)
  • Vidhana Soudha (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (for one person): INR 600

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other places like the Bangalore Fort or the Bull Temple. If you have less time, you can skip Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath or Bangalore Palace. Be prepared to walk a lot, wear comfortable shoes, and carry a water bottle. Traffic can be a problem in Bangalore, so plan accordingly.

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