Bangalore
Tour
Day 01 : Bangalore
Arrival. Meet/transfer from airport to hotel (check in/out 12.00 hrs).
Day 02 : Bangalore
Day free at leisure.
Day 03 : Bangalore
Departure. Transfer from hotel/ Airport in time to connect flight to onward
destination.
The capital of Karnataka, Bangalore is the seventh largest city in India.
Acity of contradictions, at one end, the Garden City is close to nature
with its numerous beautiful gardens and parks and at the other end, this
Silicon Valley is at par with the latest developments of the world. Though
the origin of Bangalore is ancient, the present-day city was founded in
the 16th century and has since continued to be an important administrative
center.
Tourist Attractions
Vidhana Soudha
This imposing edifice built almost entirely of dressed Bangalore granite
is a tribute to Temple architecture. It houses the Legislative Chambers
of the state government. It is 46 meter high and one of the Bangalore's
most important buildings. Mr. Kengal Hanumanthaiah the then chief minister
of Mysore decided to construct the Vidhana Soudha entirely along Indian
style of architecture.
Lalbagh Gardens
The present day Lalbagh was once a small fruit orchard during the times
of Hyder Ali. Later, Tipu Sultan introduced exotic trees such as Cypress,
Thuja, Junipers, Grapes, Guavas, Raspberries and Strawberries and other
European flora and expanded the garden. The period of John Cameron is
often referred to as the 'Golden Era' of plant introductions of this royal
retreat. A number of fruits, vegetables, spices, medicinal plants and
aromatic plants were grown during his times.
Cubbon Park
In 1864, Lord Cubbon, the then viceroy of India, laid out 300 acres of
an oasis of greenery in the heart of modern Bangalore. This beautiful
park is highly popular with walkers, joggers and nature lovers for its
tranquility and the natural beauty of the park complimented by the red
Gothic structures of the State Central Library and the High Court. Cubbon
Park houses a variety of flora along with institutions of significance
like the Cheshire Dyer Memorial Hall, Ottawa Chatter, Museum, Century
Club and the Press Club.
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Chennai Stopover Tours
Day 01 : Chennai
Arrival. Meet/transfer from airport to hotel (check in/out 12.00 hrs).
Day 02 : Chennai
Day free at leisure.
Day 03 : Chennai
Departure. Transfer from hotel/ Airport in time to connect flight to onward
destination.
Chennai is a city where the traditional and the modern blend in life everywhere.
From traditional vegetarian fair to fast foods, from nine-yard sarees
to the latest in fashion, from ancient temple architecture to modern high-rise
- with Indo-Saracenic and Victorian as stops along the way - from classical
music and dance to discos throbbing to heady beats, Chennai has them all
and many more vivid contrasts that are a pleasant surprise.
Tourist Attractions
Fort Museum
This museum contains many relics pertaining to the tenure of the East
India Company and British India. It has a collection of contemporary paintings
as well as the rare exhibits of weapons, uniforms, coins, costumes, medals
and some other artifacts dating back to the British period.
Marina Beach
Lining the east of the city is the famous Marina Beach. Supposed to be
the second longest beach in the world, it is 12 km long. The beach can
be ideally visited in the early mornings or in the late evenings when
the area becomes a virtual fair ground with food stalls and other entertainments.
The Snake Park and Children's Park
The snake park attracts visitors of all ages as it houses a variety of
Indian snakes and reptiles, which can be viewed from close quarters. Adjacent
to the snake park is a children's park, which has a large playing ground
and a good collection of birds and animals.
Kapaleeswarar Temple
The biggest temple in the city, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple
contains inscriptions dating back to the 13th century AD, and is a fine
specimen of the Dravidian style of architecture. The 37-metre gopuram
is especially noteworthy for its intricate carvings that depict stories
from Hindu mythology.
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