Tourism in Bangalore - India
Tourism in Bangalore
Bangalore, the IT capital of India. (The technological capital of India) Silicon Valley of India.
How about a holiday at the beautiful Bangalore? The silicon valley of India is dotted with gardens, parks and historical sites. Tourism in Bangalore is also popular owing to its all round moderate and pleasant climate.
Bangalore was designed as the garden city of India way back in the 16th century. The Indian city of Bangalore has also been the administrative centre since long. Bangalore is amongst the most visited tourist destinations in southern India. Now days, Bangalore heads the Information and technology revolution in India. Winters are the best time to visit Bangalore though it is pleasant enough to be visited anytime. The historical, religious and contemporary tourist spots make holidays in Bangalore memorable. One of the must visit tourist spots in Banaglore is the Vidhan Soudha built in neo-Dravidian architectural style. For the nature lovers in Bangalore Cubbon Park and Lal Bagh are not to be missed.
For the spiritually inclined tourists the temples in Bangalore are a must visit. Bangalore is home to Bull temple, ISKON temple, Shiva temple, Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Gavi Gangadhareswara cave temple, and the Someshwara Temple. Bangalore also has the aquarium and the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium for the science freaks. For picnics from Bangalore Ulsoor Lake is the ideal spot. For the fitness freaks there are ample yoga centres in Bangalore. In trems of accommodation Bangalore offers state-of-art hotels and resorts. While on a shopping spree while in Bangalore check out the traditional handicraft items, like silk saris, intricately carved sandalwood items and tribal jewelry.
Holidays in Bangalore
Places to see in and around Bangalore
The pilgrim and the archeological center of Bodhgaya boast of several places worth seeing in and Holidays in Bangalore are incomplete without visiting the tourist spots around it. Natural wonders and religious sites make excellent excursion options from Bangalore. For all those with a tilt towards music and dance Nrityagram village, housing a classical dance academy is a must check out. For the adventure seekers Devarayandurga and Ramanagaram are ideal spots for trekking and rock climbing. Nandi Hill is a health resort popular with the people of Bangalore. The lovely lake and the gorgeous green valley present a picture perfect setting for holidays. Close to Bangalore is Ramohalli renowned for its big Banyan tree called Doda Alada Mara. The tree is spread across three acres of land and is worth visiting. The Banerghatta National Park is a natural retreat quiet close to Bangalore.
The fabulous flora, fauna and the birds at the Banerghatta National Park attract tourists and naturalists time and again. Mysore another important tourist destination of southern India is also an interesting place to see around Bangalore. The ancient temples and monuments built by the British are must check outs in Mysore. Close to Bangalore is Whitefield Ashram. It is the summer abode of the Shri Sathya Sai Baba. The ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Temple Complex also attracts tourist and pilgrims holidaying in Bangalore.
Make your holidays at Bangalore more enjoyable by seeing these nearby places. These places not only enhance tourism potential in Bangalore but also are worth seeing holiday spots themselves.
Silicon Valley of India
"Silicon Valley of India
Bangalore is the IT Hub of India that houses many international
and national companies. The city has shown tremendous grouth from its past where it was merely known as the Garden City of India."
Bangalore in India is famous as the silicon valley world over and that's what actually creates interest in the mind of the tourists. Being a software engineer, I had to venture out to places that has something to new to give to my company and this time it was Bangalore. The City of Bangalore has positioned itself to help market the software industry. This is also why Bangalore has been playing host to international-class conferences, workshops and exhibitions devoted to the software cause.
Through my knowledge, the availability of a large pool of talented computer manpower, the presence of a large number of research institutions of excellence and industrial outfits specializing in electronics, have made the Indian Silicon Valley a powerful magnet for a large number of American, West European, Japanese and South Korean firms to set up their dedicated computer software centers in this science capital. As a matter of fact, this booming five centuries old city has been described as a “Software Mecca”.
As one day my Indian friend, Admit, and I was discussing about the various technological development, I came to know about the inception of Silicon Valley. He told me that the emergence of Bangalore as the Silicon Valley of India was not an overnight phenomenon. The seeds of the electronics revolution were laid in the mid-1950s with the setting up of the high profile large-scale public sector units like Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL), Indian Telephone Industries (ITI), Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT), Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), National Aerospace Laboratory (NAL), Bharat Earth Movers Ltd., (BEM), and Bharat Heavy Electrical Ltd., (BHEL). The presence of such an illustrious galaxy of industries based on electronics and associated high-tech areas paved the way for technological revolution in India especially in Bangalore.
The City. As it happens.
Shopping in Bangalore
Malls
The Forum
21 Hosur Rd
Tel.: 2206-7676/7628
Open: 9.30am -9.30pm (Restaurants & Food Court open till 11pm)
The Leela Galleria
The Leela Palace, 23 Airport Road
Tel.: 2521-1234
Stores
Fabindia
54 17th Main, 2nd Block, Koramangala; 152 Commercial Street, Opp.Krishnaiah Chetty
Tel.: 2553-2070, 2552-0004; 3090-5429
Open: 10am - 8pm.
Department Stores
Bangalore Central
47/48 Residency Rd, Opp Mayo Hall
Tel.: 5693-0000/ 100
Open: 10.30am - 10pm
Garuda Mall
Magrath Road
Tel.: 2661-1608/3210
Globus
Richmond Road, next to Lifestyle, Austin Town
Tel.: 5667-0802
Lifestyle
Adarsh Opus, W76 Door No 1, Campbell Road, Austin Town
Tel.: 2556-4555/0464
Open: 10am - 9pm
Shoppers’ Stop
Raheja Point 17/2, Ashoknagar, Magrath Rd
Tel.: 2554-8224/5/6
Open: 10.30am - 8.30pm
Westside
77 Commercial Street,Near Police Station, Shivajinagar
Tel.: 2555-0861
Eating out
Chinese restaurant
Beijing Bites
11/2 Gf, Sigma Trident, Hayes Road; Transit, Forum Koraman-gala
Tel.: 2207-5060, 2206-7692
Average meal for two: Rs 200.
For the finest choice of Chinese and Thai cuisine.
Chung Wah
45/1 Residency Road; Church Street; 20 KHB Colony, 1st Main, 5th Block, Koramangala, next to
Masjid E Mamoor
Tel.: 2558-2662/0708/2555-0053/43; 2559-8598; 2553-7447/9088
Open: 12 - 3.30pm & 7 - 11pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 150.
Looking for a good restaurant? Ask the people who live in town. Chung Wah has been recom-mended in the current surveys by thousands of diners as a place that gives great value for your money. The only restaurant with unique Chinese specialties. They also serve a delicious variety of Hunan, Szechwan and Cantonese specialties for lunch and dinner. They have branches in different parts of the city for your convenience. Outdoor catering, party orders and home delivery.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
Mainland China
14 Church Street
Tel.: 2559-7722/44/45
Open: 12 - 3pm & 7 - 11pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 450 + tax.
The top rated Chinese restaurant is in the heart of the city.
Mandarin
GRAND ASHOK
Tel.: 3052-7777
bangalore@bharathotels.com.
Average meal for two: Rs 1000.
We guarantee you a romantic time like no other at Mandarin.
Memories Of China
Taj Residency, 41/3 MG Rd
Tel.: 5660-4444 Extn 4276/ 4277
residency.bangalore@tajhotels.com.
Open: 12.30 - 3pm; 7pm - 12am.
Average meal for two: Rs 800.
A truly exotic restaurant serving authentic Chinese cuisine prepared by the Master Chef Lai Hing Tong.
Shanghai Club
ITC Hotel Windsor Sheraton & Towers, Windsor Square, 25 Golf Course Road
Tel.: 2226-9898
itcwindsor@welcomgroup.com.
Open: Lunch 12.30 - 2.45pm. Dinner 7 - 11.30pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 500.
Chinese fine dining with wide selection of authentic cuisines. For lunch you have an option to choose from the daily fixed special menu (Rs 250 + taxes per head) or from the detailed a-la-carté menu. (Prices subject to change). Credit cards accepted.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
Shangrila Bar & Restaurant
182 Brigade Rd
Tel.: 2558-8994
hotelshangrila@hotmail.com.
Open: 11am - 11pm. Open all days.
Average meal for two: Rs 150.
Exclusive Chinese food with Kingfisher draught beer. Outdoor catering undertaken.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
Silkwinds
The Atria Hotel, PB No 5089, No 1 Palace Road
Tel.: 2225-6850
Average meal for two: Rs 500 + tax.
Authentic cuisines from China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and Bangkok.
Silver Wok
Sheriff House, 85 Richmond Road, Near Pushpak/Lakme Beauty Parlour
Tel.: 2224-2288 /2221-1081
Open: 12 - 3.30pm & 7 - 11pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 200.
One of the truly exclusive genuine Chinese restaurants in town, where there is an abiding love for food, where all the ingredients are carefully chosen to prepare wholesome home touches. Relish the cooking & enjoy the ambience. Party catering & door delivery services are available.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
The Rice Bowl
40/2 Lavelle Rd (Below Rama Hotel)
Tel.: 2224-0216/2210-5437; 2558-8882/83/7417
Open: 11.30am - 3.30pm & 7 - 11pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 225.
An excellent Chinese cuisine restaurant.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
The Rice Bowl
24 Residency Rd
Tel.: 2558-8882/83/7417
Open: 12-3.30pm and 7-11pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 125.
From Brigade Road to Residency Road: One of the oldest & most popular Chinese restaurants in Bangalore. They have three generations of customers who continue to relish the food & avail the services. Party catering & door delivery services available.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
The Szechwan Court
39 MG Rd
Tel.: 2558-5858 Extn 8202
reservations@oberoiblr.com.
Official website
Open: Open daily. 12.30 - 2.30pm & 7.30 - 11.30pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 800.
Direct Line: 5135-8202. Located along the culinary corridor, amidst cascading waterfalls, it offers delicacies from the Szechwan province of China. The two private dining rooms are perfect for select entertainment in groups. For reservations please call 2558-5858 Extn 8202.
Visa/MC/Amex/DC
Three Quarter Chinese
22 Church Street
Tel.: 2559-4631/32/2532-7981/82/83
mail@3qchinese.com.
Average meal for two: Rs 300.
Spread over 8,000 square feet, it’s Banga-lore’s largest restaurant. On the menu is authentic Chinese cuisine with a dash of completely traditional Nawabi food from Lucknow. Three Quarter Chinese offers a range of enticing things to choose from: Manchurian, Szechwan, Chinese noodles, spring rolls & an assortment of several other Chinese delicacies. The restaurant can seat 250 people & has separate sections for families and corporates. Besides, there’s a lounge bar & two private dining rooms. For reservations call 2532-7982.
Thai Restaurant
Rim Naam
39 MG Road
Tel.: 2558-5858
reservations@oberoiblr.com.
Official website
Open: 12.30 - 2.30pm & 7.30-11.30pm. Closed Mon.
Average meal for two: Rs 1200 + taxes.
Direct Line: 5135-8199. The focus here is on the ingredients specially flown in from Thailand, open-air kitchen, live sea-food counter, which are the restaurant's USPs.
Shiok
2nd Floor, 12 CMH Road, Indiranagar
Tel.: 5116-1800
Open: 12pm - 11.30 pm.
Average meal for two: Rs 500.
Fine dining restaurant serving the far-eastern food.
Japanese Restaurant
Dahlia
G37 & 38 Brigade Gardens, 19 Church Street
Tel.: 2509-1293/2558-0958
Open: 12 - 3pm and 6.30 - 9.30pm. Closed Sun.
Average meal for two: Rs 900.
F Bar & Lounge
Le Meridien, 28, Sankey Road
Tel.: 2220-8771/2226-2233 – 4474/4470 (Extn)
fbar_lounge@rediffmail.com.
Average meal for two: Rs 600 + tax.
Harima
4th Floor, Devatha Plaza, 131 Residency Road
Tel.: 5132-5757, 5768-8222
Average meal for two: Rs 1000 + tax
Zen
The Leela Palace, 23 Airport Road
Tel.: 2521-1234
Average meal for two: Rs 2000 + tax.
An iota of pure oriental bliss with cuisine from Japan, Thailand, Korea, Singapore and Bali along with live counters of Teppanyaki, yakitori, Korean barbeque and noodle bar.
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