Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Kubbon Park

Kubbon Park was laid out by Sir Mark Kubbonom in 1864.  The exhibition area of 100 hectares located long walking paths, a children's amusement park, a museum of dolls and the railroad for children.  The park is kept up children's party with your favorite characters from the cartoon.  In the park there are also modern cinema, theater and art gallery Vidzhayaranga Venkatappa.

Monday, February 13, 2012

Botanical Garden.


Botanical Garden, founded by Sultan Haider Ali in 1760, occupies a vast territory in the southern part of town.  Considered the most romantic garden in India Botanic Gardens is an annual venue for the famous flower show.  Flower show in the Glass Palace, the Botanical Garden, designed by analogy with the London Crystal Peles, an unforgettable experience for all fans of the fragile beauty of flowers.

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Lake Ulsur.


Ulsur Lake, located in the heart of the city was home to many picturesque tiny islands.  Every fine day Ulsur Lake attracts those who want to make a calming and romantic walks on the oars, to appreciate the beauty of natural harmony.  On this lake every August and September for the festival of Ganesh, the god of wisdom and prosperity, which is traditionally depicted with the head of an elephant.

Saturday, February 11, 2012

The temple complex ISKON.


The temple complex ISKON - the ideal place for spiritual rehabilitation and therapy of the soul.  There are centers for spiritual knowledge through divine association, inspiring visitors to self-knowledge.  The huge main temple of Krishna perfectly symbolizes the harmony of modern technology and spiritual knowledge.  Visit ISKON temple is designed to promote understanding of the Vedic culture of ancient India.

Friday, February 10, 2012

A statue of Shiva.


A statue of Shiva, meditating in the lotus position, almost 20 meters high, carved out of marble and striking in its artistic precision.  In the background is visible to the legendary Mount Kailash - the heavenly abode of Shiva and the Ganges River, flowing from his matted hair, as described in the legends and myths.  Special spotlights illuminated the statue of Shiva looks particularly impressive at night.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Temple of the Bull.


Bull Temple - one of the oldest temples of Bangalore.  Built in honor of Nandi, the sacred bull, which moved Lord Shiva, this temple contains a 4.5-meter carved from solid rock of the sacred statue of Nandi.  According to legend, this Dravidian temple was built to appease the greedy bull got into the habit to destroy the crops of local residents.  After the completion of a bull has left this place, and the grateful residents since organize an annual festival.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Bangalore Palace.


Bangalore Palace, built in 1887, its architectural style is strikingly similar medieval castles of Normandy and England.  Affect the interiors of the palace abundance of elegant wood-carving and interior decoration in the style of the Tudor dynasty.  Granite building of the palace and the geometry of the surrounding columns create a truly impressive appearance.  For many years the private palace is one of the tourist attractions of Bangalore.