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Bangalore, is the capital of the state of Karnataka, situated in the southern part of India. South India is almost entirely set on the Deccan Plateau. It is one of the oldest pieces of land in the country, and is one of the most diverse parts of India as well. The plateau is surrounded by several rolling hills, which are verdant with greenery. Bangalore is situated on the top of the ridge of a high plateau. This city has undergone several changes to finally be termed as the silicon valley of India. The city abounds in gardens and hence is also referred to as the Garden City of India. Presently, the city of Bangalore has gained much importance with the development of the IT sector industries in the city. It is also one of the major manufacturing base of over 10,000 conglomerate of industries. City tour of Bangalore includes, a visit to the innumerable gardens in the city as well as a visit to the neighboring attractions.
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The itinerary of the city tours of Bangalore include:
- The Bangalore Palace and Fort – This fort was originally created by a Magadhi chieftain, but was later modified by Tipu Sultan. The fort houses a magnificent Ganapati temple within its premises.
- Lal Bagh – Created by Hyder Ali, the Lal Bagh reflect the soul of the city of Bangalore. And a City Tour of Bangalore is incomplete without a visit to the Lal Bagh. Presently, this unique garden displays about a 1000 species of plants, trees and shrubs.
- Cubbon Park – Soread in the Cantinment area of the city, the Cubbon Park is synonymous to Bangalore. The park has lush green lawns, shady flowering trees and is an ideal park for morning walkers and joggers.
- Gangadhareshware Temple – The temple is known for its rare idol of Agni, the god of fire.
- Government Museum – This one is among the oldest museums in India. This museum has collection of antics from the Mohenjodaro period.
- Vidhana Soudha – The State Secretariat is housed by this majestic building. The neo-Dravidian architecture of this building makes it so very interesting.
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