Bangalore Travel Guide: 5 Places to Visit in the Garden City
Bangalore mixes parks, palaces and temples inside the city with an easy early-morning ride out to the hills, making it workable for both a short city loop and a longer weekend trip.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Laid out in the 18th century and expanded under British rule, Lalbagh spans over 240 acres and includes a glasshouse modelled on London's Crystal Palace.
Bangalore Palace
Built in Tudor-style architecture in the late 19th century, this palace draws on Windsor Castle for inspiration and includes period furniture and artwork inside.
Cubbon Park
A large green space in the city centre, Cubbon Park connects several government buildings and museums and is a popular spot for an early ride or walk.
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
One of the largest ISKCON temple complexes in the world, it combines modern architecture with traditional temple design on a hillside site.
Nandi Hills
About 60 km from the city, Nandi Hills is a popular early-morning ride for sunrise views over the surrounding plains, best reached before city traffic builds up.
Best time to visit and getting around
Bangalore's climate stays mild for most of the year, so timing matters less than in hotter cities. City traffic is heavy through the day, so a scooter or bike rental is more useful for weaving between the central sights, while the Nandi Hills ride is best started early to beat both traffic and heat.
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