Bengaluru is one of Karnataka's notable destinations, with a mix of heritage, nature, and culture worth building a visit around. Here are the top places to explore.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
A historic 240-acre botanical garden with a glasshouse modelled on London's Crystal Palace, home to rare trees and an annual flower show.
Bangalore Palace
A Tudor-style palace inspired by England's Windsor Castle, with fortified towers and richly decorated interiors open to visitors.
Cubbon Park
A sprawling green space in the city centre, popular for walks, with several museums and colonial-era buildings along its edges.
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
One of the largest ISKCON temple complexes in the world, known for its architecture and evening aarti ceremonies.
Vidhana Soudha
The seat of Karnataka's state legislature, an imposing neo-Dravidian granite building illuminated in the evenings.