Bengaluru

Zoos & aquariums

Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bangalore

A historic botanical garden founded in 1760 by Hyder Ali, home to a wide variety of ornamental and useful plants introduced over the years. A glasshouse built in 1890 stands at its center, making it a pleasant place for a stroll.

Parks & gardens

Bannerghatta National Park

A national park near Bengaluru, established in the early 1970s. Part of the park houses a zoo, so visitors can also enjoy viewing wildlife there.

Nature

Bellandur Lake

This is Bengaluru's largest lake, located in the Bellandur area. Its expansive waterfront view amid the cityscape makes a striking impression.

Parks & gardens

Cubbon Park

A large park located in the heart of Bengaluru. Established long ago and steadily expanded since, it's now a beloved green refuge in the city, filled with lush trees and diverse flora and fauna.

Castles & palaces

Bengaluru Palace

A 19th-century palace built by the Maharaja of Mysore, completed in 1874. It is now open to the public and hosts various events and festivals, along with an amusement park.

Temples & religious sites

St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Bengaluru

The cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Bengaluru, designated as a cathedral when the diocese was newly established in 1940. It's a historic church that offers a quiet, worthwhile visit in the heart of the city.

Temples & religious sites

Nageshvara Temple

A temple complex in the small town of Begur near Bengaluru, originally built during an ancient dynasty and expanded over several centuries. Exploring its shrines, layered with traces of different eras, offers a glimpse into the evolution of South Indian architecture.

Temples & religious sites

Dharmaraya Swamy Temple

Dharmaraya Swamy Temple is regarded as one of the oldest Hindu temples in Bengaluru. As a temple emblematic of the city's history, it offers a close look at local faith and tradition.