The Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum was an initiative undertaken by the Ministry of Culture, and was set up in 1960 as an independent entity supported by the National Council for Science Museums. The museum is named after Sir Visvesvaraya, the great engineer who has to his credit the KRS dam and Mysore University to name a few. The museum focuses mainly on science and has exhibits that trace the history of engines, biotechnological revolution, dinosaur exhibits, and science for children. It has shows like the fascinating Taramandal Show which is popular and has a separate entry fee. There is also a small store within the premises that sells scientific toys for children. The museum is a fun place to stop at with the family.
Known as the 'Garden City' for the pretty gardens found here, Bengaluru is also home to the Lalbagh Gardens. These beautiful and sought-after gardens are a must-visit with their impressive manicured bushes, trees, colorful flowers, and tranquil paths. The 19th-century greenhouse and the Kempegowda Tower attract curious visitors each year. The grand Mughal Gardens inspired the layout and design of the Lalbagh Gardens, and Tipu Sultan contributed to the gardens' completion. Maintained by the Directorate of Horticulture, these gardens have many rare plant species. They also serve as an arresting backdrop to various events held here, like flower shows or educational sessions on environment and botany. Time spent here is time well spent, especially when accompanied by friends and family.
Located in the plush Lalbagh area near the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, Urvashi Digital Cinema is a modern cinema house that showcases local Kannada, Bollywood as well as Hollywood movies. This modern movie theater was among the first in the city to be equipped with Digital 4K and 3D technology. With 464 balcony seats and 697 rear circle seats, Urvashi Digital Cinema can accommodate a total number of 1161 people within its confines.
The sprawling Bannerghatta National Park is located on the outskirts of Bengaluru, amid the Anekal mountain range. Founded in 1971, this vast park also comprises a biological reserve. The park is home to a wealth of intriguing educational experiences including visits to the on-site butterfly enclosure, aquarium, snake house, elephant sanctuary and animal rescue center. The activity that attracts the most visitors, however, is the guided tiger and lion safaris that offer a rare opportunity to get an up close look at the big cats. Trekking enthusiasts can also embark upon hiking adventures within the national park. Bannerghatta National Park spans over 26,355 hectares (65,127 acres) and sustains an impressive population of native wildlife such as spotted deer, Indian gazelle, barking deer, slender loris, bonnet macaques and Royal Bengal tigers.
In the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city, the summer retreat of Tipu Sultan comes as a pleasant respite. Nestled in the heart of Old Bengaluru, the palace sits amid rolling, well-pruned lawns, and is ornamented with many historic inscriptions which are an escape into its thriving heyday. The palace is an airy building, of which little remains, except for the huge balconies and corridors with elegant columns and grand, Mughal arches. Primarily colored in beige and brown, the palace has many open spaces with a few rooms. The ground floor has two rooms which have been converted into a museum housing old photographs and information plaques about the Sultan and his eventful journey towards building the glorious palace. The tiger motif is a recurring symbol across the palace, and it quite explains the fact that Tipu Sultan was very fascinated by this ferocious and proud beast.
It's pure poetic justice that the National Gallery of Modern Art is set in a piece of art itself, the Manikyavelu Mansion which was home to the royalty in Mysore once upon a time. As mammoth as it is regal, the palace, which is now converted into the museum, holds some of the most prized and unique pieces of contemporary art in the country. It also includes a cafeteria and an open-air theater.
The Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum was an initiative undertaken by the Ministry of Culture, and was set up in 1960 as an independent entity supported by the National Council for Science Museums. The museum is named after Sir Visvesvaraya, the great engineer who has to his credit the KRS dam and Mysore University to name a few. The museum focuses mainly on science and has exhibits that trace the history of engines, biotechnological revolution, dinosaur exhibits, and science for children. It has shows like the fascinating Taramandal Show which is popular and has a separate entry fee. There is also a small store within the premises that sells scientific toys for children. The museum is a fun place to stop at with the family.
Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain is a fun place to spend your evenings in the beautiful city of Bengaluru. The stone bordered wall at the entrance and the well-maintained gardens make it aesthetically appealing while the main attractions of this garden are the 'train engine' and the 'music and light show.' These musical fountains dance to the tunes of the latest songs, which are enhanced with light effects. The shows are conducted from 7p to 7:30p and also from 8p to 8:30p. Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain is located near the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium. Visitors should plan ahead, as the park remains closed on Mondays and on second Tuesdays.
Located within the prestigious Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, a center for education and promotion of art and culture, the Sri. E Hanumanta Rao Art Gallery is a dedicated space to exhibit contemporary art. Though the gallery is primarily used to exhibit works by art students, it is frequently witness to exhibitions by upcoming artists. Apart from this, the gallery can also be rented out for private exhibitions and events. You can check with Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan for information about upcoming exhibitions and renting.
Named after Kempegowda, the founder of Bengaluru, the Kempegowda Museum explores the local history and culture of the city. Established in 2011, the museum has a great collection of paintings, old maps, statues and photographs documenting the history, attractions, architecture and development of the city. Still under expansion. the government museum was setup to honor the founder who set up four towers, that marked the boundaries of this quaint town.