The third most populous city in India it is well known as the center of India's information technology sector - "the silicon valley of India". You'll find Infosys and Wipro headquarters here.
Nandi Temple |
There is also a temple for the elephant-headed diety Ganesha close by. And Bugle Rock garden is behind the Ganesha temple, so-called because of the massive rock formation from which a bugle call was made alert the citizens of any intruders to the city.
Bangalore Palace |
If you are in Bangalore around Republic Day - January 26 - a trip to Lal Bagh Botanic Gardens is a must as they usually hold their annual flower show around this time. Lal Bagh Garden has the largest collection of tropical plants , even some rare species brought in from Pakistan, Persia and France, as well as trees that over 100 years old. The Lal Bagh Rock, which is said to be about 3,000 million years old is another attraction.
So there it is. You will still be able to find some interesting sites to see even in Bangalore.