Explore Bangalore's Best: Royal Meenakshi Mall and Ramalingeshwara Cave Temple

1. 10:00AM: Royal Meenakshi Mall
   It's a one-stop destination for fun, shopping, entertainment, and food. The mall houses a mix of Indian and international brands of clothes, shoes, handbags, and jewelry. You can find enough places to eat, from ice cream shops to multi-cuisine restaurants. There's a gaming area for kids and adults, and a theatre with many shows. (2-3 hours)
   Estimated time from the previous location: 15 minutes (3.5 km)
2. 1:00PM: Shivashankar Hotel
   Located 15-minutes away by walk from the mall, Shivashankar Hotel offers traditional South Indian meals, including thalis. (1-2 hours)
   Estimated time from the previous location: 15 minutes (1.2 km)
3. 3:00PM: Ramalingeshwara Cave Temple
   The cave temple is inside the complex of Rama Temple, built during the 9th century. The architecture can be traced back to the Pallava period and exhibits elements of Chalukyan style and Dravidian style. The temple's location provides a breathtaking view of the city and the hill. (1-2 hours)
   Estimated time from the previous location: 25 minutes (6.3 km)
4. 5:00PM: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
   After visiting the temple, take a refreshing walk in Bangalore's famous Lalbagh Botanical Garden. It is situated in the heart of the city and features a lotus pond, a glasshouse, and a wide variety of flora. (1-2 hours)
   Estimated time from the previous location: 45 minutes (10.5 km)

Time and Cost Estimates

• Royal Meenakshi Mall (2-3 hours, prices vary)
• Shivashankar Hotel (1-2 hours, approx $3-5 per person)
• Ramalingeshwara Cave Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
• Lalbagh Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, $1 entry fee)
• Total Estimated Costs: $4-6 per person (excluding shopping expenses)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore other attractions in Bangalore like Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, or Wonderla Amusement Park. But if you don't have enough time, you can skip Lalbagh Botanical Garden. If you want to do some shopping, Royal Meenakshi Mall is the ideal spot.