The Vidhana Saudha that houses the state secretariat and legislature is an imposing building on Dr. Ambedkar veedi Road. It was completed in the year 1956 and cost Rs 1.84 crore for the complete "Neo-Dravidian" architecture building.

The Vidhana Saudha is one of the best tourist attractions within the city of Bangalore. Though the entry to the building is restricted due to security reasons, visitors can take pictures of the outside and enjoy the magnificent architecture.

 

The Lalbagh Botanical Garden was started initially as a private garden in an area of 40 acres by Hyder Ali. Today, the garden is a lush green paradise with an area of 240 acres in the heart of the city maintained by Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Karnataka.

Biannual flower shows are organized every year in January and August on the occasion of the Republic Day and Independence Day celebrations respectively. Lalbagh remains open daily from 6.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. throughout the year.

 

The Cubbon Park has a history of over 100 years. It was established in the year 1870 by Sri John Meade designed on an area of 100 acres and expanded over the years. The park has a predominant green area with a few concrete buildings, housing government and other organizations' offices.

Located in the heart of the city, the Cubbon Park’s accessible from M.G. Road, Kasturba road, Hudson Circle, and Ambedkar Veedhi. The park is open all the time; however it has been declared a silent zone between 5.00 a.m. to 8.00 a.m.

 

The Bannerghatta Biological Park is a home to many of the endangered species of animals. Located within the Bangalore city limits, it provides a perfect weekend retreat. India’s first butterfly park is coming up shortly and will house 15 to 20 different species of butterflies.  

Animal lovers can not only see these rare animals but also adopt one of the animals for a nominal amount annually and gift their children the unique experience of having a pet from the wild life.  

 

Bangalore Palace was built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England. It was built by Rev. Garrett, who was the first Principal of the Central High School in Bangalore, now known as Central College. The construction of the palace started in 1862 and completed in 1944 and cost about a million Indian rupees. In 1884, it was bought by the Maharaja of Mysore, Chamaraja Wodeyar.

The palace is open for visitors from monday to saturday 10am to 6pm.