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Friday, September 28, 2007
Adventure Sports in Manali
Adventure Sports
Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, Kullu Valley offers a wide scope of activities for nature lovers. It's lush green forests, alpine meadows, gurgling rivulets and high snow covered mountains are ideal for skiing , mountaineering , trekking and other adventure sports.
The sheer thrill of hu
rling down ski-slopes, rafting in the roaring white waters of Beas river, paragliding over deep mountain gorges or climbing the glaciers and mountain summits of the Himalayas is to be experienced to be believed.
In short we can say that Kullu Valley is a paradise for adventure lovers. It's no wonder that thousands of visitors feel attracted every year to come to this valley from all nooks and corners of the globe.
Trek to "Lake of the Moon", Chandratal
A very popular trekking route takes you over the Hamta Pass to the marvellous Chandratal Lake situated at an altitude of 4270 m.
Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, Kullu Valley offers a wide scope of activities for nature lovers. It's lush green forests, alpine meadows, gurgling rivulets and high snow covered mountains are ideal for skiing , mountaineering , trekking and other adventure sports.
The sheer thrill of hu
rling down ski-slopes, rafting in the roaring white waters of Beas river, paragliding over deep mountain gorges or climbing the glaciers and mountain summits of the Himalayas is to be experienced to be believed.In short we can say that Kullu Valley is a paradise for adventure lovers. It's no wonder that thousands of visitors feel attracted every year to come to this valley from all nooks and corners of the globe.
Trek to "Lake of the Moon", Chandratal
A very popular trekking route takes you over the Hamta Pass to the marvellous Chandratal Lake situated at an altitude of 4270 m.
Kullu Dussehra
Kullu Dussehra
After months of hardwork in the fields and orchards, there comes the month of Phalgun (mid February to mid March) that marks the beginning of fairs and festivals in the valley. These fairs and festivals are mostly held to celebrate the victory of good over the evil or recall any episode related to the deities. They celebrate the rich cultural and traditional inheritance of the people, which they have been maintaining since epochs.
Dusshera is a unique fair held every year in October. It is a beautiful amalgam of history, rich culture and customs. Unlike other regions of India here effigies of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhakarana are not burnt. This is how victory of good over evil is depicted. Kullu Dusshera starts usually on the day it ends in the rest of the country.
It all started back in 1637 A. D. when Raja Jagat Singh was the ruler of the Valley. One day he came to know that a peasant Durga Dutt of village Tipri owned beautiful pearls, which the Raja wanted to obtain. Durga Dutt tried to convince the Raja by all means that the information was wrong and that he owned no pearls, but all his pleas were in vain.
The Raja gave him a last chance. Durga Dutt got so scared that he burnt down his own family and house and cursed the Raja for his cruelty. His curse resulted in Raja's leprosy and as he realized the fact he felt guilty.
Kishan Das known as Fuhari Baba advised him to install the famous idol of Lord Raghunathji to get rid of the curse of the peasant. He sent Damodar Dass to steal the idol from Tret Nath Temple of Ayodhya who finally brought it from there in July 1651 A. D. After installing the idol he drank Charnamrit of the idol for several days and was in due course cured. He devoted his kingdom and life for the lord and from then onwards Dusshera started being celebrated with great splendor. Thus on the first fortnight of Ashwin month (mid September to mid October), the Raja invites all the 365 Gods and Goddesses of the Valley to Dhalpur to perform a Yagna in Raghunathji's honor.
On the first day of Dusshera Goddess Hadimba of Manali comes down to Kullu. She is the Goddess of the royal family of Kullu. At the entrance of Kullu the Royal Stick welcomes her and escorts her to the Palace where the royal family awaits her at the entrance of the Palace. Thereafter they enter the Palace only when goddess Hadimba calls them inside. After blessing the royal family she comes to Dhalpur.
The idol of Raghunathji is saddled around Hadimba and placed in a Ratha (chariot) adorned beautifully. Then they wait for the signal from Mata Bhekhli, which is given from top of the hill. Next the Ratha is pulled with the help of ropes from its original place to another spot where it stays for the next six days. The male members of the royal family leave the palace and stay in the Dusshera ground.
More than one hundred gods and goddesses mounted on colorful palanquins participate in this procession. The ceremony feels as if the doors of heaven have been opened and the gods have come down to the earth to rejoice.
On the sixth day of the festival, the assembly of Gods takes place, which is called 'Mohalla'. It is an impressive and a rare sight to see the multihued palanquins of Gods around the camp of Raghunathji. People usually dance the whole night through. On the last day the Ratha is again pulled to the banks of river Beas where a pile of thorn bushes is set on fire to depict the burning of Lanka. Some animals are sacrificed and the Ratha is brought back to its original place. Raghunathji is taken back to the temple in Raghunathpur. Thus world famous Dusshera comes to an end in a dignified way, full of festivities and grandeur.
The Dhalpur grounds are full of vendors who come from different parts of the country to sell their goods. Various government organizations and private agencies also set up various exhibitions concerning their line of work. At night thousands of people witness the International Cultural Festival in Kala Kendra (an open-air theatre).
Kullu Dusshera ends all the fairs and festivals celebrated in the valley.
Travel & Tourism in Kullu Valley
Travel & Tourism in Kullu Valley
The peaceful valley of Kullu is an ideal destination for the travellers. Its natural grandeur, vivid culture, arts, cheerful lifestyle and the simple & hard working people are something you'll simply admire while you are here, in the Himalayan abode of Gods.
The great festival of gods, Kullu Dusshera is held every year in the month of October with great faith.
Kullu valley provides excellent avenues as well as facilities for Adventure Sports . The valley has some of the best sites for skiing (at Solang), para-gliding, mountaineering, white-water rafting, trekking, biking, etc.
Kullu valley is renowned for it's traditional Handicrafts . Kullu shawls and caps are admired for their rich colored patterns.
The valley is also famous for it's apple orchards.
The peaceful valley of Kullu is an ideal destination for the travellers. Its natural grandeur, vivid culture, arts, cheerful lifestyle and the simple & hard working people are something you'll simply admire while you are here, in the Himalayan abode of Gods.
The great festival of gods, Kullu Dusshera is held every year in the month of October with great faith.
Kullu valley provides excellent avenues as well as facilities for Adventure Sports . The valley has some of the best sites for skiing (at Solang), para-gliding, mountaineering, white-water rafting, trekking, biking, etc.
Kullu valley is renowned for it's traditional Handicrafts . Kullu shawls and caps are admired for their rich colored patterns.
The valley is also famous for it's apple orchards.
Getting in Around & Away
Getting in, Around & Away
AIR :
Bhuntar airport is 50 kms. from Manali.
RAIL :
Chandigarh is the nearest railhead
BUS :
Manali is just 40 kms. beyond Kullu, and well connected by road to Delhi & Chandigarh.
AIR :
Bhuntar airport is 50 kms. from Manali.
RAIL :
Chandigarh is the nearest railhead
BUS :
Manali is just 40 kms. beyond Kullu, and well connected by road to Delhi & Chandigarh.
Attraction In and Around Manali
Attraction In and Around
Arjun Gufa
On the left bank of the river Beas, near Prini village, is the "Arjun Gufa" or the cave of Arjuna. It is believed that Arjuna practiced austerities to get Pashupata Ashtra or weapon from Lord Indra.
Hadimba Temple
Built in 1553, this four-story wooden Hadimba or Dhungiri temple is famous for its exquisitely caved doorway. It is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar.
Jagatsuhk
About 6 kms. from Manali is the famous Shiva Temple in "shikara" style. It houses temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Sandhya Gayatri.
Kothi
This is a quiet but picturesque spot, at the foot of the Rohtang pass, 12 kms. away from Manali town. It offers a magnificent view of the snow-capped peaks and glaciers.
Manu Temple
Manali is named after the sage Manu who was the creator of human race on the earth and it is believed that he meditated here. This is supposed to be the only temple of Manu in India.
Monasteries
Manali is known for its shiny gompas or Buddhist monasteries. It is maintained by donations from the local community and by sale of hand-woven carpets in the temple workshop.
Rahala waterfalls
About 16 km from Manali at the start of the climb to the Rohtang Pass, are the beautiful Rahalla Falls at an altitude of 2,501 m.
Solang Valley
Solang valley offers the view of glaciers and snow capped mountains and peaks. It has fine ski slopes. The Mountaineering Institute has installed a ski lift for training purpose. The 12-km hike up the western banks of the Beas to the Solang Valley is noteworthy.
Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple
Across the Beas river is Vashist, a small village with natural sulphur springs. Modern bathhouses, with Turkish-style showers, have the hot water piped into them for the convenience of the visitors who come here to benefit from the medicinal properties. There is a pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashist Muni and another Temple of Lord Ram.
Rohtang Pass Rohtang
Pass is covered with snow for nearly nine months in a year. The natural beauty is worth a visit with mountains, glaciers and deep ravines. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendor. At the top of the pass, the air seems to glitter against the snow as you look down over herringboned ridges into the Lahaul Valley.
Arjun Gufa
On the left bank of the river Beas, near Prini village, is the "Arjun Gufa" or the cave of Arjuna. It is believed that Arjuna practiced austerities to get Pashupata Ashtra or weapon from Lord Indra.
Hadimba Temple
Built in 1553, this four-story wooden Hadimba or Dhungiri temple is famous for its exquisitely caved doorway. It is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar.
Jagatsuhk
About 6 kms. from Manali is the famous Shiva Temple in "shikara" style. It houses temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Sandhya Gayatri.
Kothi
This is a quiet but picturesque spot, at the foot of the Rohtang pass, 12 kms. away from Manali town. It offers a magnificent view of the snow-capped peaks and glaciers.
Manu Temple
Manali is named after the sage Manu who was the creator of human race on the earth and it is believed that he meditated here. This is supposed to be the only temple of Manu in India.
Monasteries
Manali is known for its shiny gompas or Buddhist monasteries. It is maintained by donations from the local community and by sale of hand-woven carpets in the temple workshop.
Rahala waterfalls
About 16 km from Manali at the start of the climb to the Rohtang Pass, are the beautiful Rahalla Falls at an altitude of 2,501 m.
Solang Valley
Solang valley offers the view of glaciers and snow capped mountains and peaks. It has fine ski slopes. The Mountaineering Institute has installed a ski lift for training purpose. The 12-km hike up the western banks of the Beas to the Solang Valley is noteworthy.
Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple
Across the Beas river is Vashist, a small village with natural sulphur springs. Modern bathhouses, with Turkish-style showers, have the hot water piped into them for the convenience of the visitors who come here to benefit from the medicinal properties. There is a pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashist Muni and another Temple of Lord Ram.
Rohtang Pass Rohtang
Pass is covered with snow for nearly nine months in a year. The natural beauty is worth a visit with mountains, glaciers and deep ravines. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendor. At the top of the pass, the air seems to glitter against the snow as you look down over herringboned ridges into the Lahaul Valley.
About Manali
About Manali Manali derived its name from Manavalaya meaning the abode of Manu or "Home of Manu" and here, the temples are treated as pilgrimages. It is an important hill station of northern India with high mountains covered by silent snows and deep boulder strewn gorges. The thick forest full of cool breezes, fields of wild flowers, and apple orchards give it an enchanting beauty.
Bangalore Entertainment
Making love at the war of the DJs
If you didn't happen to make it for this show you really missed something. After all, MTV VJs Nikhil Chinnapa and Nafisa Joseph were there to host the hooplah. Nikhil even forsaked the premiere of his latest film "Snip" to be with the Bangalore crowd. It's interesting to note that every time he gets the opportunity to be in Bangalore he jumps at it because it's just great to be in the Garden City. The energy level of the crowd is always something to be admired and this night was no exception. People were craning their bodies to be in the front of the crowd and it was nice to see many lovely ladies shedding their inhibitions and dancing the night away.
Okay, so there were DJs competing for the opportunity to get famous and step out of the shadow of the regular Bangalore DJs like Anup, Assad, Bipin and Vachan. Bangalore's most famous DJ Ivan was there to judge who would be top cat. The DJs did not disappoint. They played some thumping tracks and one got the opportunity to check out their mixing skills with the help of an overhead screen. They were full of tricks and sent the crowd into raptures with some soul stirring melodies. It was a war all right but most of the people were making love in true Bangalore spirit. In the end DJ Sean was judged the winner for his groovy style and Afro-trance mixes. All the DJs impressed with their innovativeness and willingness to take their cues from the audience. After all, in today's interactive world it's important for DJs to improvise their act and spark an almost telepathic relationship with the audience where they give them what they want without them having to come up to the booth and ask for a particular song. It must come naturally. In the words of a great musician, "Soundbeams, soundbeams produce a sympathetic vibration…" The War of the DJs was a futuristic step in the right direction.
If you didn't happen to make it for this show you really missed something. After all, MTV VJs Nikhil Chinnapa and Nafisa Joseph were there to host the hooplah. Nikhil even forsaked the premiere of his latest film "Snip" to be with the Bangalore crowd. It's interesting to note that every time he gets the opportunity to be in Bangalore he jumps at it because it's just great to be in the Garden City. The energy level of the crowd is always something to be admired and this night was no exception. People were craning their bodies to be in the front of the crowd and it was nice to see many lovely ladies shedding their inhibitions and dancing the night away.
Okay, so there were DJs competing for the opportunity to get famous and step out of the shadow of the regular Bangalore DJs like Anup, Assad, Bipin and Vachan. Bangalore's most famous DJ Ivan was there to judge who would be top cat. The DJs did not disappoint. They played some thumping tracks and one got the opportunity to check out their mixing skills with the help of an overhead screen. They were full of tricks and sent the crowd into raptures with some soul stirring melodies. It was a war all right but most of the people were making love in true Bangalore spirit. In the end DJ Sean was judged the winner for his groovy style and Afro-trance mixes. All the DJs impressed with their innovativeness and willingness to take their cues from the audience. After all, in today's interactive world it's important for DJs to improvise their act and spark an almost telepathic relationship with the audience where they give them what they want without them having to come up to the booth and ask for a particular song. It must come naturally. In the words of a great musician, "Soundbeams, soundbeams produce a sympathetic vibration…" The War of the DJs was a futuristic step in the right direction.
About Bangalore
Introduction
Bangalore is booming, and a look at some of its nicknames says why: "India's Silicon Valley", "Fashion Capital of India", "The Pub City of India", and on. Home to well over 6 million people, and a base for 10,000 industries, Bangalore is India's fifth largest city and the fastest growing city in Asia.
The capital of the state of Karnataka, Bangalore is situated halfway betwen the coasts in southern India. The city was founded in the 16th century, and witnessed great southern dynasties like the Kadambas, the Hoysalas and Vijayanagar emperors. Legend has it that the name Bangalore comes from "boiled beans" (Benda Kaluru), which were served by a humble old lady to a hungry ruler in the 10th century.
Surprisingly, despite some adverse environmental impact of industrial development in Bangalore, another of its nicknames is "The Garden City". That's thanks to many local parks, along with pink cassias, golden acacias, and jacarandas which bloom throughout the city.
Many international visitors come to Bangalore for its excellent schools and universities, such as the Indian Institute of Science. While enjoying the warm weather year-around, tourists can also use the city as a central base for day trips to other Karnataka attractions. And Bangalore doesn't only produce fine silk and software. "The Fruit Market of the South" is great for grapes, mangoes and guavas.
Last but not the least, Bangalore is even gaining the status of the "Floriculture Capital" due to the present blossoming of flower exports from the city. Because of its rich stone resources, Bangalore is also known as the "Stone City", for its granite deposits.
Bangalore is booming, and a look at some of its nicknames says why: "India's Silicon Valley", "Fashion Capital of India", "The Pub City of India", and on. Home to well over 6 million people, and a base for 10,000 industries, Bangalore is India's fifth largest city and the fastest growing city in Asia.
The capital of the state of Karnataka, Bangalore is situated halfway betwen the coasts in southern India. The city was founded in the 16th century, and witnessed great southern dynasties like the Kadambas, the Hoysalas and Vijayanagar emperors. Legend has it that the name Bangalore comes from "boiled beans" (Benda Kaluru), which were served by a humble old lady to a hungry ruler in the 10th century.
Surprisingly, despite some adverse environmental impact of industrial development in Bangalore, another of its nicknames is "The Garden City". That's thanks to many local parks, along with pink cassias, golden acacias, and jacarandas which bloom throughout the city.
Many international visitors come to Bangalore for its excellent schools and universities, such as the Indian Institute of Science. While enjoying the warm weather year-around, tourists can also use the city as a central base for day trips to other Karnataka attractions. And Bangalore doesn't only produce fine silk and software. "The Fruit Market of the South" is great for grapes, mangoes and guavas.
Last but not the least, Bangalore is even gaining the status of the "Floriculture Capital" due to the present blossoming of flower exports from the city. Because of its rich stone resources, Bangalore is also known as the "Stone City", for its granite deposits.
Bangalore Sports
Back to winning ways; finally!!
The Indian team has finally done it – won a series, and that too quite empathically, beating Sri Lanka 6-1. A lot of questions were being raised about the new coach’s approach, but he seems to have silenced his critics.
Greg Chappell’s methodology of experimenting has paid of big in the series – what with practically every match seeing a different player at No. 3, and barring a few exceptions, all the experiments succeeded. So here’s a toast to the freshly new Banglorean!!
If you have an opinion on sports in general Or simply post a message on Communique, the VirtualBangalore Bulletin Board. Let’s build a sports community that is dedicated to the upliftment of sport in Bangalore and India as well as fans of sports and sports-persons all over the world. This is Olympic year and the start of a new millennium so it can’t get any more exciting than this. Let’s make 2000 the beginning of higher, faster and stronger times.
The Indian team has finally done it – won a series, and that too quite empathically, beating Sri Lanka 6-1. A lot of questions were being raised about the new coach’s approach, but he seems to have silenced his critics.
Greg Chappell’s methodology of experimenting has paid of big in the series – what with practically every match seeing a different player at No. 3, and barring a few exceptions, all the experiments succeeded. So here’s a toast to the freshly new Banglorean!!
If you have an opinion on sports in general Or simply post a message on Communique, the VirtualBangalore Bulletin Board. Let’s build a sports community that is dedicated to the upliftment of sport in Bangalore and India as well as fans of sports and sports-persons all over the world. This is Olympic year and the start of a new millennium so it can’t get any more exciting than this. Let’s make 2000 the beginning of higher, faster and stronger times.
BangalorePeople - Profiles
People - Profiles
Bangalore, the city of 4 ½ million people – undoubtedly the fastest growing city in Asia, is a dynamic mix of a fascinating history & an equally wondrous techno culture. Among the rustle of the trees & the threat of rain, the lush foliage of the city invites you to live
life to the fullest, the smells & sounds carrying the very essence of traditional Deccan life.
Like any other Indian city, Bangalore with its pollution, rich, poor & middle class, its vegetable markets, autorickshaws, crazy traffic, cows roaming the streets, government bureaucracy & more offers more to life. The roots of global culture are very prominent among the people of Bangalore, be it the IT ring or the more than tens-of-thousands of students.
Best known within India for being the country’s unofficial high-tech capital, the city is the playground of many Indian as well as multinational Infotech companies. Filtering down to everyday life, cyber joints can be found in every major block of the city. It is the urban-oriented, technology based culture that drives the people of this beautiful city, to make what it is.
We’ll try to capture this pulse of the city, by profiling the people who are behind the success story of Bangalore. Every month our focus will be to bring the spotlight on people from different genres of life, who have had a significant influence in Bangalore’s growth.
This month profile is on Girish Karnad.
In 1999, Karnataka gained a rare literary distinction. When Jnanpith Award was awarded to noted playwright Girish Karnad, it became the only state, and Kannada the only language, to have seven Jnanpith Awardees.
Let us know how you like this profile at people@virtualbangalore.com
You could suggest us, people, you would like to be profiled on VIRTUALBANGALORE.COM. Send all suggestions to people@virtualbangalore.com.
Bangalore, the city of 4 ½ million people – undoubtedly the fastest growing city in Asia, is a dynamic mix of a fascinating history & an equally wondrous techno culture. Among the rustle of the trees & the threat of rain, the lush foliage of the city invites you to live
life to the fullest, the smells & sounds carrying the very essence of traditional Deccan life.
Like any other Indian city, Bangalore with its pollution, rich, poor & middle class, its vegetable markets, autorickshaws, crazy traffic, cows roaming the streets, government bureaucracy & more offers more to life. The roots of global culture are very prominent among the people of Bangalore, be it the IT ring or the more than tens-of-thousands of students.
Best known within India for being the country’s unofficial high-tech capital, the city is the playground of many Indian as well as multinational Infotech companies. Filtering down to everyday life, cyber joints can be found in every major block of the city. It is the urban-oriented, technology based culture that drives the people of this beautiful city, to make what it is.
We’ll try to capture this pulse of the city, by profiling the people who are behind the success story of Bangalore. Every month our focus will be to bring the spotlight on people from different genres of life, who have had a significant influence in Bangalore’s growth.
This month profile is on Girish Karnad.
In 1999, Karnataka gained a rare literary distinction. When Jnanpith Award was awarded to noted playwright Girish Karnad, it became the only state, and Kannada the only language, to have seven Jnanpith Awardees.
Let us know how you like this profile at people@virtualbangalore.com
You could suggest us, people, you would like to be profiled on VIRTUALBANGALORE.COM. Send all suggestions to people@virtualbangalore.com.
Bangalore Information Technology
Information Technology
ALIT
218/219, Museum Road
Phone: +91-80-558 7811
Fax: +91-80-558 4708
Aditi Technologies Pvt Ltd.
224/60, Ramana Maharishi Road
Phone: +91-80-331 2966
Fax: +91-80-334 6201
Ampersand Software Appl. Ltd.
68, 14th Cross, Ist Block,
R.T. Nagar
Phone: +91-80-333 6173
Fax: +91-80-333 3891
Aptech Ltd.
6th Floor, Mittal Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-555 0483
Fax: +91-80-559 6471
BFL Software Ltd.
45/3, Residency Road Cross
Phone: +91-80-558 8722
Fax: +91-80-558 1918
Citicorp
Raheja Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 7602
Fax: +91-80-558 4381
CMC Ltd.
10/3, Kasturba Road
Phone: +91-80-227 2425
Fax: +91-80-227 7189
Compaq India
92, Industrial Suburb, 2nd Stage,
Yeshwantpur
Phone: +91-80-337 4785
Fax: +91-80-337 4601
Dell Asia Pacific SDN
77, J.S.Towers, Brigade Road
Phone: +91-80-554 5126
Fax: +91-80-554 4738
Deutsche Software (I) Ltd.
Raheja Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 6314
Fax: +91-80-559 7439
Digital Equipment (Ind) Ltd
92, Industrial Suburb, Yeshwantpur
Phone: +91-80-337 4785
Fax: +91-80-337 4601
Hewlett Packard India Ltd.
Embassy Point, 150, Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-209 1858
Fax: +91-80-225 6186
IBM Global Services Ltd.
Golden Enclove, Airport Road
Phone: +91-80-526 7117
IMR (I) Ltd.
Naganathapura, Singasandra
Phone: +91-80-852 1224
Fax: +91-80-852 1268
Infosys Technologies Ltd.
Electronic City, Hosur Road
Phone: +91-80-852 0261
Fax: +91-80-852 0362
Intel Asia Electronics Inc.
Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-550 879
ITC Ltd Information Systems Div.
1-4, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Road
Phone: +91-80-227 8372
Fax: +91-80-221 4345
Mascot Systems
99, J.K.S.Koramangala Extn
Phone: +91-80-552 2800
Fax: +91-80-552 1704
Microland Ltd.
58, 80 Ft. Road, Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-571 1257
Microsoft Corporation
17, Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 5733
Motorola Information Systems Group
108, Gavipuram, Bannerghatta Road
Phone: +91-80-661 2973
Multimedia Studio Ltd. NO: 294, 8th Block
39 thCross, Jayanagar
Phone: +91-80-634 9452, 654 0406
Nashsoft Systems (P) Ltd.
41, Lavelle Road
Phone: +91-80-229 0836
Fax: +91-80-227 1657
NIIT Ltd.
1/5, Palace Road
Phone: +91-80-226 2719
Fax: +91-80-225 6314
Novell Software Dev. Ind. P Ltd.
7th Mile, Hosur Road
Phone: 5+91-80-721 852
Fax: +91-80-572 1870
Oracle Software (I) Ltd.
150, Embassy Pt., Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-225 6099
Fax: +91-80-225 6207
Peutronics Pvt Ltd. (Tally)
331-336, Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-553 3156
Fax: +91-80-553 3986
SAP India Pvt Ltd.
7/4, Brunton Road
Phone: +91-80-559 2554
Satyam Computers Services Ltd.
3rd Block, 4th Stage,
60 ft Road, B. Nagar
Phone: +91-80-335 5237
Sonata Software Ltd.
1/4, Bull Temple Road
Phone: +91-80-661 0330
Fax: +91-80-661 0972
Sun Micro Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 9595
Sybase India Ltd.
148, Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-228 3850
Fax: +91-80-228 3851
Tata Consultancy Services
11, Palace Road
Phone: +91-80-225 0552
Fax: +91-80-225 0558
Tata Elxsi (I) Ltd.
123, Richmond Road
Phone: +91-80-556 3945
Tata Honeywell Ltd.
715, 1st Main, 1st Stage,
Indiranagar
Phone: +91-80-529 2815
Tata Infotech Ltd.
80 ft Road, IndiraNagar
Phone: +91-80-528 4681
Fax: +91-80-528 4685
Tektronix India Ltd.
Hayes Road
Phone: +91-80-227 5577
Fax: +91-80-227 5588
Texas Instruments (India) Ltd.
Wind Tunnel Road
Phone: +91-80-526 9451
Trigent
820, 8th Block,
Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-553 7711
Fax: +91-80-553 7744
TVS Electronics South Asia (P) Ltd.
CVR Building, Hosur Road
Phone: +91-80-224 1679
Fax: +91-80-224 5010
Verifone
Wind Tunnel Road
Phone: +91-80-529 8151
Fax: +91-80-529 9876
Wipro Infotech Group
Doddakannelli, Sarjapur Road,
Bangalore - 560 035, India
Phone: +91-80-844 0011
ALIT
218/219, Museum Road
Phone: +91-80-558 7811
Fax: +91-80-558 4708
Aditi Technologies Pvt Ltd.
224/60, Ramana Maharishi Road
Phone: +91-80-331 2966
Fax: +91-80-334 6201
Ampersand Software Appl. Ltd.
68, 14th Cross, Ist Block,
R.T. Nagar
Phone: +91-80-333 6173
Fax: +91-80-333 3891
Aptech Ltd.
6th Floor, Mittal Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-555 0483
Fax: +91-80-559 6471
BFL Software Ltd.
45/3, Residency Road Cross
Phone: +91-80-558 8722
Fax: +91-80-558 1918
Citicorp
Raheja Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 7602
Fax: +91-80-558 4381
CMC Ltd.
10/3, Kasturba Road
Phone: +91-80-227 2425
Fax: +91-80-227 7189
Compaq India
92, Industrial Suburb, 2nd Stage,
Yeshwantpur
Phone: +91-80-337 4785
Fax: +91-80-337 4601
Dell Asia Pacific SDN
77, J.S.Towers, Brigade Road
Phone: +91-80-554 5126
Fax: +91-80-554 4738
Deutsche Software (I) Ltd.
Raheja Towers, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 6314
Fax: +91-80-559 7439
Digital Equipment (Ind) Ltd
92, Industrial Suburb, Yeshwantpur
Phone: +91-80-337 4785
Fax: +91-80-337 4601
Hewlett Packard India Ltd.
Embassy Point, 150, Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-209 1858
Fax: +91-80-225 6186
IBM Global Services Ltd.
Golden Enclove, Airport Road
Phone: +91-80-526 7117
IMR (I) Ltd.
Naganathapura, Singasandra
Phone: +91-80-852 1224
Fax: +91-80-852 1268
Infosys Technologies Ltd.
Electronic City, Hosur Road
Phone: +91-80-852 0261
Fax: +91-80-852 0362
Intel Asia Electronics Inc.
Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-550 879
ITC Ltd Information Systems Div.
1-4, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Road
Phone: +91-80-227 8372
Fax: +91-80-221 4345
Mascot Systems
99, J.K.S.Koramangala Extn
Phone: +91-80-552 2800
Fax: +91-80-552 1704
Microland Ltd.
58, 80 Ft. Road, Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-571 1257
Microsoft Corporation
17, Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 5733
Motorola Information Systems Group
108, Gavipuram, Bannerghatta Road
Phone: +91-80-661 2973
Multimedia Studio Ltd. NO: 294, 8th Block
39 thCross, Jayanagar
Phone: +91-80-634 9452, 654 0406
Nashsoft Systems (P) Ltd.
41, Lavelle Road
Phone: +91-80-229 0836
Fax: +91-80-227 1657
NIIT Ltd.
1/5, Palace Road
Phone: +91-80-226 2719
Fax: +91-80-225 6314
Novell Software Dev. Ind. P Ltd.
7th Mile, Hosur Road
Phone: 5+91-80-721 852
Fax: +91-80-572 1870
Oracle Software (I) Ltd.
150, Embassy Pt., Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-225 6099
Fax: +91-80-225 6207
Peutronics Pvt Ltd. (Tally)
331-336, Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-553 3156
Fax: +91-80-553 3986
SAP India Pvt Ltd.
7/4, Brunton Road
Phone: +91-80-559 2554
Satyam Computers Services Ltd.
3rd Block, 4th Stage,
60 ft Road, B. Nagar
Phone: +91-80-335 5237
Sonata Software Ltd.
1/4, Bull Temple Road
Phone: +91-80-661 0330
Fax: +91-80-661 0972
Sun Micro Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Duparc Trinity, M.G.Road
Phone: +91-80-559 9595
Sybase India Ltd.
148, Infantry Road
Phone: +91-80-228 3850
Fax: +91-80-228 3851
Tata Consultancy Services
11, Palace Road
Phone: +91-80-225 0552
Fax: +91-80-225 0558
Tata Elxsi (I) Ltd.
123, Richmond Road
Phone: +91-80-556 3945
Tata Honeywell Ltd.
715, 1st Main, 1st Stage,
Indiranagar
Phone: +91-80-529 2815
Tata Infotech Ltd.
80 ft Road, IndiraNagar
Phone: +91-80-528 4681
Fax: +91-80-528 4685
Tektronix India Ltd.
Hayes Road
Phone: +91-80-227 5577
Fax: +91-80-227 5588
Texas Instruments (India) Ltd.
Wind Tunnel Road
Phone: +91-80-526 9451
Trigent
820, 8th Block,
Koramangala
Phone: +91-80-553 7711
Fax: +91-80-553 7744
TVS Electronics South Asia (P) Ltd.
CVR Building, Hosur Road
Phone: +91-80-224 1679
Fax: +91-80-224 5010
Verifone
Wind Tunnel Road
Phone: +91-80-529 8151
Fax: +91-80-529 9876
Wipro Infotech Group
Doddakannelli, Sarjapur Road,
Bangalore - 560 035, India
Phone: +91-80-844 0011
Education in Bangalore
Introduction
Bangalore is a hub for education for students from all over India and all over the world as well. Institutions here have excelled in the deliverance of high-quality education in various disciplines to enable students to be prepared for a highly competitive working environment after graduation. Whether you’re interested in studying a subject in the Arts, Humanities, Business, Medicine, Science or Computers you can be sure that Bangalore has something for you. We’ve got a list of all the schools and colleges so you can take your pick. It really doesn’t matter what degree you are pursuing because it’s all right here from PUC to Ph.Ds.
The standard of education is already high and rising rapidly to meet the standard of the new Internet Economy. In addition to the schools and colleges there are computer training centers like NIIT, Wintech, Aptech, Zap and many more to choose from. It’s evident that once you come to Bangalore to study you will be in the fast lane and learn about cutting edge trends in technology in addition to what you are studying.
Among schools some of the best ones are Bishop Cottons (for boys and girls), Baldwins(for boys and girls), Sophia High School for girls, Frank Anthony Public School, Bangalore International School and the Mallya Aditi School. These schools place emphasis on a good academic education as well as extra-curricular activities to provide a well balanced education. It is advisable to book your child’s place in these schools years in advance (maybe before they’re born) as the waiting list is considerably long.
As far as colleges is concerned there are many colleges that provide a decent education and hands-on-training. As far as medical colleges are concerned some of them are Bangalore Medical College, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Science and M.S.Ramaiah Medical College. Some of these are world-famous and offer exchange programs with the leading institutes in the world. Engineering colleges are also well known here and the leading ones are I.I.Sc. (Indian Institute of Science), BIT (Bangalore Institute of Technology), M.Vishweshwaraiah Institute of Technology, B.M.S., Ramaiah Institute of Technology, R.V. College of Engineering and U.V.C.E. They’ll really put you through the grind and teach you the art of engineering. Please scan our list of Schools and Colleges to find the one that best suits your purpose.
Bangalore is a hub for education for students from all over India and all over the world as well. Institutions here have excelled in the deliverance of high-quality education in various disciplines to enable students to be prepared for a highly competitive working environment after graduation. Whether you’re interested in studying a subject in the Arts, Humanities, Business, Medicine, Science or Computers you can be sure that Bangalore has something for you. We’ve got a list of all the schools and colleges so you can take your pick. It really doesn’t matter what degree you are pursuing because it’s all right here from PUC to Ph.Ds.
The standard of education is already high and rising rapidly to meet the standard of the new Internet Economy. In addition to the schools and colleges there are computer training centers like NIIT, Wintech, Aptech, Zap and many more to choose from. It’s evident that once you come to Bangalore to study you will be in the fast lane and learn about cutting edge trends in technology in addition to what you are studying.
Among schools some of the best ones are Bishop Cottons (for boys and girls), Baldwins(for boys and girls), Sophia High School for girls, Frank Anthony Public School, Bangalore International School and the Mallya Aditi School. These schools place emphasis on a good academic education as well as extra-curricular activities to provide a well balanced education. It is advisable to book your child’s place in these schools years in advance (maybe before they’re born) as the waiting list is considerably long.
As far as colleges is concerned there are many colleges that provide a decent education and hands-on-training. As far as medical colleges are concerned some of them are Bangalore Medical College, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Science and M.S.Ramaiah Medical College. Some of these are world-famous and offer exchange programs with the leading institutes in the world. Engineering colleges are also well known here and the leading ones are I.I.Sc. (Indian Institute of Science), BIT (Bangalore Institute of Technology), M.Vishweshwaraiah Institute of Technology, B.M.S., Ramaiah Institute of Technology, R.V. College of Engineering and U.V.C.E. They’ll really put you through the grind and teach you the art of engineering. Please scan our list of Schools and Colleges to find the one that best suits your purpose.
Business and Bangalore-Engineered for growth
Business and Bangalore-Engineered for growth
The cantonment history of Bangalore is long lost.
Bangalore developed its Engineering Educational Institutions over the last century and formed the nucleus of skilled manpower for the primarily Government Engineering companies. Amongst them Hindustan Machine Tools, Bharat Electronics Limited and Indian Telephone Industries. In the private sector, Motor Industries Company better known as MICO the automotive components manufacturer, a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH of Germany and WIDIA the machine tool manufacturer.
These companies employing together over 50,000 skilled employees developed their “old economy” products with great success.
However, the last ten years-possibly less-have seen the emergence of the new economy. Bangalore is leading the country in the development of software companies of world class. The two stars are Infosys Technologies and WIPRO. These companies have drawn from the same source-the excellent educational centers of Bangalore. Where the engineering companies looked primarily for male employees, the new software companies have opened up a whole new field of opportunity for the women employees- their percentage in the software companies being as high as 25%. These companies have also through their rapid growth developed a number of highly rewarded employees through their generous stock option schemes. A first in India and an important part in the democratization process of industrial ownership in India.
Bangalore is also a leader in exports to different parts of the world. It’s textile exports, especially silk are very high and account for a large portion of state revenue. Due to a large number of granite quarries in and around the city granite exports are also very high. Then there is sandalwood and agarbattis (incense sticks) that are also thriving businesses and international exports. Clearly, these are areas of high growth that will see significant developments in the years to come.
Bangalore sees this rapid growth cause some problems-affluence bringing heavy pressure on the infrastructure-in particular the roads over-burdened with a range of new cars and two-wheelers. But the corporate citizens of Bangalore have been a concerned lot and support the development of infrastructure with an active State Government leadership.
It is imaginable that the next phase of development in Bangalore will marry both software and engineering hardware skills to produce intelligent products like the new generation of white and brown goods, electronic controlled components to make cars and driving safe and more economical.
Bangalore has the foundation to be the industrial leader in India for the new millennium.
The cantonment history of Bangalore is long lost.
Bangalore developed its Engineering Educational Institutions over the last century and formed the nucleus of skilled manpower for the primarily Government Engineering companies. Amongst them Hindustan Machine Tools, Bharat Electronics Limited and Indian Telephone Industries. In the private sector, Motor Industries Company better known as MICO the automotive components manufacturer, a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH of Germany and WIDIA the machine tool manufacturer.
These companies employing together over 50,000 skilled employees developed their “old economy” products with great success.
However, the last ten years-possibly less-have seen the emergence of the new economy. Bangalore is leading the country in the development of software companies of world class. The two stars are Infosys Technologies and WIPRO. These companies have drawn from the same source-the excellent educational centers of Bangalore. Where the engineering companies looked primarily for male employees, the new software companies have opened up a whole new field of opportunity for the women employees- their percentage in the software companies being as high as 25%. These companies have also through their rapid growth developed a number of highly rewarded employees through their generous stock option schemes. A first in India and an important part in the democratization process of industrial ownership in India.
Bangalore is also a leader in exports to different parts of the world. It’s textile exports, especially silk are very high and account for a large portion of state revenue. Due to a large number of granite quarries in and around the city granite exports are also very high. Then there is sandalwood and agarbattis (incense sticks) that are also thriving businesses and international exports. Clearly, these are areas of high growth that will see significant developments in the years to come.
Bangalore sees this rapid growth cause some problems-affluence bringing heavy pressure on the infrastructure-in particular the roads over-burdened with a range of new cars and two-wheelers. But the corporate citizens of Bangalore have been a concerned lot and support the development of infrastructure with an active State Government leadership.
It is imaginable that the next phase of development in Bangalore will marry both software and engineering hardware skills to produce intelligent products like the new generation of white and brown goods, electronic controlled components to make cars and driving safe and more economical.
Bangalore has the foundation to be the industrial leader in India for the new millennium.
Bangalore Popular Shopping Areas
Popular Shopping Areas
Pay close attention to these next few lines. You’ll learn about three of Bangalore’s most popular areas for all sorts of shopping. You might get lost if you’re not careful, so it might be helpful to rope in someone reliable to help you navigate the area.
Brigade Road
This is a popular hangout for young people, because there is a lot of entertainment available, as well as a lot of shopping options.
You’ll get just about everything here. There is Rex (the best movie theatre in town). There is Cyber Café (coffee and the Internet). You will find a bowling alley, a discothèque, a video game parlor, eating places (including The Only Place, which serves great steaks and desserts) and Nilgiri’s (which is a really good grocery store). There are showrooms for brands like Lee, Van Heusen, and Louis Phillippe. You can buy a lot of unbranded clothes, shoes and jewelry as well.
There are malls like Fifth Avenue and Mota Royal Arcade, which are worth exploring. You’ll get a range of items and the stores range from low budget to exorbitant.
Commercial Street
This is a strictly shopping area. You won’t find entertainment outlets as you would on Brigade Road. Here, you can buy clothes, dress materials, jewelry, and food.
Woody’s serves good South Indian food. They also have continental and North Indian items, but I personally suggest you go for the classic masala dosa. Nothing beats it! (Unless, perhaps, you make it everyday at home.) This place is definitely value for money.
Coffee Day is popular with people of all ages. The ambience is excellent—informal, discreet and generally appealing. They have different kinds of coffee, and they also have items like sandwiches, pizzas and pies. And of course, you can surf the Internet. A friend of mine once told me that you could do just about anything there as along as you don’t burn the place down. That’s a little exaggerated, but the management does allow you a fair amount of freedom. You can ask them to play any cassettes that you may have brought along…
Natural’s is heaven on earth for ice-cream lovers. For Rs.22, you can feast on the most delicious and exotic flavors imaginable. They use real fresh fruit in their ice cream. This is not to be missed.
The Cakeshop of the Taj, with its pastries, cakes and patties, is located right next to Natural’s. Indulge your stomach by eating some of the Taj’s goodies, and topping it off with dessert at Natural’s!
The side streets are definitely worth exploring. You never know what you might stumble upon. Clothes and jewelry here tend to be inexpensive, especially if they are unbranded. The clothes aren’t of particularly high quality, but if you’re not too snobbish about it, you’ll find some really good deals. Most people do not remember the names of the smaller stores, because it really does not matter. Just go ahead and look around!
M.G. Road
M.G.Road is a very popular commercial area. There is a large number of sari stores, like Deepam Silks and Prasiddhi. There are plenty of stores that sell saris as well as other clothes. The Raymond’s and Cotton World showrooms are located here. Go ahead and browse—as a shopper it’s your prerogative!
There are two movie theatres—Plaza and Symphony. Gangaram, a well-established bookstore, is a very popular stop, as is Higgin Botham, which is also a bookstore, but much smaller.
Jamal’s is frequented by buyers of china and cutlery.
There’s a lot to see, so you should allocate a goodish amount of time and explore.
The best part is, M.G. Road is right next to Brigade Road! Rejoice!
Pay close attention to these next few lines. You’ll learn about three of Bangalore’s most popular areas for all sorts of shopping. You might get lost if you’re not careful, so it might be helpful to rope in someone reliable to help you navigate the area.
Brigade Road
This is a popular hangout for young people, because there is a lot of entertainment available, as well as a lot of shopping options.
You’ll get just about everything here. There is Rex (the best movie theatre in town). There is Cyber Café (coffee and the Internet). You will find a bowling alley, a discothèque, a video game parlor, eating places (including The Only Place, which serves great steaks and desserts) and Nilgiri’s (which is a really good grocery store). There are showrooms for brands like Lee, Van Heusen, and Louis Phillippe. You can buy a lot of unbranded clothes, shoes and jewelry as well.
There are malls like Fifth Avenue and Mota Royal Arcade, which are worth exploring. You’ll get a range of items and the stores range from low budget to exorbitant.
Commercial Street
This is a strictly shopping area. You won’t find entertainment outlets as you would on Brigade Road. Here, you can buy clothes, dress materials, jewelry, and food.
Woody’s serves good South Indian food. They also have continental and North Indian items, but I personally suggest you go for the classic masala dosa. Nothing beats it! (Unless, perhaps, you make it everyday at home.) This place is definitely value for money.
Coffee Day is popular with people of all ages. The ambience is excellent—informal, discreet and generally appealing. They have different kinds of coffee, and they also have items like sandwiches, pizzas and pies. And of course, you can surf the Internet. A friend of mine once told me that you could do just about anything there as along as you don’t burn the place down. That’s a little exaggerated, but the management does allow you a fair amount of freedom. You can ask them to play any cassettes that you may have brought along…
Natural’s is heaven on earth for ice-cream lovers. For Rs.22, you can feast on the most delicious and exotic flavors imaginable. They use real fresh fruit in their ice cream. This is not to be missed.
The Cakeshop of the Taj, with its pastries, cakes and patties, is located right next to Natural’s. Indulge your stomach by eating some of the Taj’s goodies, and topping it off with dessert at Natural’s!
The side streets are definitely worth exploring. You never know what you might stumble upon. Clothes and jewelry here tend to be inexpensive, especially if they are unbranded. The clothes aren’t of particularly high quality, but if you’re not too snobbish about it, you’ll find some really good deals. Most people do not remember the names of the smaller stores, because it really does not matter. Just go ahead and look around!
M.G. Road
M.G.Road is a very popular commercial area. There is a large number of sari stores, like Deepam Silks and Prasiddhi. There are plenty of stores that sell saris as well as other clothes. The Raymond’s and Cotton World showrooms are located here. Go ahead and browse—as a shopper it’s your prerogative!
There are two movie theatres—Plaza and Symphony. Gangaram, a well-established bookstore, is a very popular stop, as is Higgin Botham, which is also a bookstore, but much smaller.
Jamal’s is frequented by buyers of china and cutlery.
There’s a lot to see, so you should allocate a goodish amount of time and explore.
The best part is, M.G. Road is right next to Brigade Road! Rejoice!
Bangalore Gifts Shopping
Gifts (for yourself and others)
Ahhh…Gifts…There’s a million billion gazillion cool things to buy and almost as many cool places to buy them from. Here’s a list some popular places where you can buy an assortment of things.
Now you can also buy a variety of gifts online to surprise friends and family at Bangalore or in India, Just a click and you have lit up a couple of eyes. Buy just anything from Music to Books to Jewelry to Toys or even some atta-dal (i mean Groceries).
Raga’s
This place stocks terracotta jewelry, cool T-shirts with Indian motifs, funky candles and other stuff. It’s a very popular place.
Archie’s
Mostly cards, stationery, posters, and mugs. Also things like friendship bands, stickers and the like. There are outlets on Brigade Road, St. Mark’s Road and Commercial Street. There are many other outlets all over the city as well.
MusicWorld
This is a music store of truly international standards. Located on Brigade Road, it has a large variety of cassettes, audio CD’s and CD-ROMs. There is enough space for you to walk around. They also have a number of listening booths. The staff is discreet and very helpful.
Fast Forward is a similar place, and also worth looking at.
You can try the HMV outlets, but frankly, they don’t hold a candle to MusicWorld and Fast Forward. Some of these outlets are on St. Marks Road, M.G. Road, and Brigade Road.
Arihant Plaza
Overflowing with fake brands at dirt-cheap prices. You get a lot of stuff that’s imported (and not legally, either), which you won’t find in other places. You’ll find virtually everything here—trendy clothes, accessories, shoes, perfumes, cosmetics, cutlery, chocolates and innumerable other items.
Arihant Plaza is located opposite the beginning of Commercial Street. Symbolically enough, it’s underground!
Westside
Located on Commercial Street. The top floor has lots of lovely stuff, right from cool mugs to tablecloths to cushions to candle-stands. It’s not particularly inexpensive. It’s worth a look. (They also sell clothes, cosmetics and jewelry.)
Strand Bookstall
Located in Manipal Centre, it is the book-lover’s dream come true. They actually encourage browsing, and they have comfortable and strategically placed chairs where you can sit and browse! And they always have a twenty percent discount on their books. The collection of books is really good, and just in case you don’t find the title you’re looking for, you can leave your name and number…they’ll get the book and then inform you. This is what a bookstore should be!
Another good bookstore is Sankar’s. They also sell a lot of magazines. They have outlets in the airport and in the Taj Residency.
Gangaram’s
All sorts of books, from fiction to fact. They stock textbooks, technical books, CD-ROMs. They also have cards, stationery, diaries, planners and little knick-knacks. It’s pretty big, and spread over four floors. They don’t like browsers.
Ahhh…Gifts…There’s a million billion gazillion cool things to buy and almost as many cool places to buy them from. Here’s a list some popular places where you can buy an assortment of things.
Now you can also buy a variety of gifts online to surprise friends and family at Bangalore or in India, Just a click and you have lit up a couple of eyes. Buy just anything from Music to Books to Jewelry to Toys or even some atta-dal (i mean Groceries).
Raga’s
This place stocks terracotta jewelry, cool T-shirts with Indian motifs, funky candles and other stuff. It’s a very popular place.
Archie’s
Mostly cards, stationery, posters, and mugs. Also things like friendship bands, stickers and the like. There are outlets on Brigade Road, St. Mark’s Road and Commercial Street. There are many other outlets all over the city as well.
MusicWorld
This is a music store of truly international standards. Located on Brigade Road, it has a large variety of cassettes, audio CD’s and CD-ROMs. There is enough space for you to walk around. They also have a number of listening booths. The staff is discreet and very helpful.
Fast Forward is a similar place, and also worth looking at.
You can try the HMV outlets, but frankly, they don’t hold a candle to MusicWorld and Fast Forward. Some of these outlets are on St. Marks Road, M.G. Road, and Brigade Road.
Arihant Plaza
Overflowing with fake brands at dirt-cheap prices. You get a lot of stuff that’s imported (and not legally, either), which you won’t find in other places. You’ll find virtually everything here—trendy clothes, accessories, shoes, perfumes, cosmetics, cutlery, chocolates and innumerable other items.
Arihant Plaza is located opposite the beginning of Commercial Street. Symbolically enough, it’s underground!
Westside
Located on Commercial Street. The top floor has lots of lovely stuff, right from cool mugs to tablecloths to cushions to candle-stands. It’s not particularly inexpensive. It’s worth a look. (They also sell clothes, cosmetics and jewelry.)
Strand Bookstall
Located in Manipal Centre, it is the book-lover’s dream come true. They actually encourage browsing, and they have comfortable and strategically placed chairs where you can sit and browse! And they always have a twenty percent discount on their books. The collection of books is really good, and just in case you don’t find the title you’re looking for, you can leave your name and number…they’ll get the book and then inform you. This is what a bookstore should be!
Another good bookstore is Sankar’s. They also sell a lot of magazines. They have outlets in the airport and in the Taj Residency.
Gangaram’s
All sorts of books, from fiction to fact. They stock textbooks, technical books, CD-ROMs. They also have cards, stationery, diaries, planners and little knick-knacks. It’s pretty big, and spread over four floors. They don’t like browsers.
Bangalore Jewelry Shopping
Jewelry
Okay…jewelry! This is classified as Serious Jewelry (like precious metals and stones), Light Jewelry (like costume jewelry, semiprecious stones and silver), and what is popularly called Junk Jewelry (which is very popular among school- and college-going students).
Buy Jewellery online You can now buy jewelry online for yourself or gift it to your near and dear ones.
Serious Jewelry
If you want to buy gold, diamonds, emeralds and similar precious stones, you should head for Ganjam or Krishnaiah Chetty and Sons. These places basically keep traditional designs. However, if the design of your dreams is not in sight, go ahead and describe it to them. They’ll be more than happy to create it for you!
Light Jewelry
If you want to buy costume jewelry, the best brand would be Estelle. It’s good quality, gold-plated stuff and there’s a large variety in the designs. It ranges from cute stuff to formal stuff, so if you like modern, gold-plated jewelry, Estelle is for you. Estelle is available at Shoppers’ Stop, Topaz, and a number of other stores.
Junk Jewelry
This is something that you’ll find basically on roadsides of Commercial Street and Brigade Road, and on the side streets off these areas. Shopping complexes like Devatha Plaza also have junk jewelry. The best thing to do if you’re shopping for junk jewelry is to take someone with you, someone who is well acquainted with the city, and who can bargain convincingly. If you have a foreign accent, you’ll have to pay higher prices, so you’d do well to let someone else do the talking for you. If anything about you indicates that you’re rich, the shop owners will overcharge you, so avoid wearing overly classy clothes and don’t pull up in a fancy car.
Okay…jewelry! This is classified as Serious Jewelry (like precious metals and stones), Light Jewelry (like costume jewelry, semiprecious stones and silver), and what is popularly called Junk Jewelry (which is very popular among school- and college-going students).
Buy Jewellery online You can now buy jewelry online for yourself or gift it to your near and dear ones.
Serious Jewelry
If you want to buy gold, diamonds, emeralds and similar precious stones, you should head for Ganjam or Krishnaiah Chetty and Sons. These places basically keep traditional designs. However, if the design of your dreams is not in sight, go ahead and describe it to them. They’ll be more than happy to create it for you!
Light Jewelry
If you want to buy costume jewelry, the best brand would be Estelle. It’s good quality, gold-plated stuff and there’s a large variety in the designs. It ranges from cute stuff to formal stuff, so if you like modern, gold-plated jewelry, Estelle is for you. Estelle is available at Shoppers’ Stop, Topaz, and a number of other stores.
Junk Jewelry
This is something that you’ll find basically on roadsides of Commercial Street and Brigade Road, and on the side streets off these areas. Shopping complexes like Devatha Plaza also have junk jewelry. The best thing to do if you’re shopping for junk jewelry is to take someone with you, someone who is well acquainted with the city, and who can bargain convincingly. If you have a foreign accent, you’ll have to pay higher prices, so you’d do well to let someone else do the talking for you. If anything about you indicates that you’re rich, the shop owners will overcharge you, so avoid wearing overly classy clothes and don’t pull up in a fancy car.
Bangalore Clothes Shopping
Clothes
Bangalore has a pretty happening fashion scene, and is, at any given time, generally over-run by models and the designers. The only pre-requisites for shopping at designer boutiques are:A model's body (negotiable at times)A well-stocked wallet (non-negotiable)
One place you can start off with is ffolio. This boutique stocks more “wearable” clothes than some of the other boutiques. ffolio always has both ethnic as well as western wear. The westerns definitely require a fairly well-moulded body for the best effect, but the ethnic wear is less demanding. In fact, if you don’t mind spending a little more than you would at other places, then ffolio’s Indian wear is definitely worth buying. More often than not, there’s an exhibition of an up and coming designer’s lines, and these are always worth a second glance. Even when there isn’t an exhibition as such, there are always plenty of designer labels to keep the fashion-conscious shopper happy.
Munish Hinduja’s Scandale, a boutique, and Manoviraj Khosla’s Kingfisher line of apparel are also for lovers of designer-wear.
Now we move on to places that are more affordable and less bohemian.
Shoppers’ Stop is the place to go if you want to do comprehensive shopping without traveling too much. Leading brands like Lee, Laungani, PepperTree, Pepe are available. So are cosmetic products by Revlon, Lakme, Biotique, Pierre Cardin, Chambor and Elizabeth Arden. Go ahead and pick up some designer perfumes by Calvin Klein, Escada and Nina Ricci, if you can afford it! There’s a good collection of jewelry, shoes and other accessories.
If you are pushed for time, but have to buy a lot of things, this is the place for you. Even otherwise, it’s worth checking out Cotton World is another good place for anyone who likes trendy, affordable clothes which won’t fall apart in the washing machine. It’s an especially popular place among young people (teens to twenties). They stock cool shirts in a range of designs, and there will definitely be something for everyone. They have long and short skirts, shorts, dresses and crinkly pajamas. What I really like is their t-shirts, which have really funky designs, and often have funny things written on them, like “He who laughs last thinks slowest.”
FabIndia is a fabulous place for buying Indian clothes. They also stock skirts, shirts, shorts and western dresses which have Indian prints. Incidentally, you can buy curtain material and Durries (traditional Indian woven carpets) from here. They also sell incredibly yummy cakes and stuff. (Definitely try the chocolate cake.) And they sell some other cool things, which make great gifts. Don’t miss FabIndia, especially if you’re not Indian! You’ll virtually buy out the whole place
Bangalore has a pretty happening fashion scene, and is, at any given time, generally over-run by models and the designers. The only pre-requisites for shopping at designer boutiques are:A model's body (negotiable at times)A well-stocked wallet (non-negotiable)
One place you can start off with is ffolio. This boutique stocks more “wearable” clothes than some of the other boutiques. ffolio always has both ethnic as well as western wear. The westerns definitely require a fairly well-moulded body for the best effect, but the ethnic wear is less demanding. In fact, if you don’t mind spending a little more than you would at other places, then ffolio’s Indian wear is definitely worth buying. More often than not, there’s an exhibition of an up and coming designer’s lines, and these are always worth a second glance. Even when there isn’t an exhibition as such, there are always plenty of designer labels to keep the fashion-conscious shopper happy.
Munish Hinduja’s Scandale, a boutique, and Manoviraj Khosla’s Kingfisher line of apparel are also for lovers of designer-wear.
Now we move on to places that are more affordable and less bohemian.
Shoppers’ Stop is the place to go if you want to do comprehensive shopping without traveling too much. Leading brands like Lee, Laungani, PepperTree, Pepe are available. So are cosmetic products by Revlon, Lakme, Biotique, Pierre Cardin, Chambor and Elizabeth Arden. Go ahead and pick up some designer perfumes by Calvin Klein, Escada and Nina Ricci, if you can afford it! There’s a good collection of jewelry, shoes and other accessories.
If you are pushed for time, but have to buy a lot of things, this is the place for you. Even otherwise, it’s worth checking out Cotton World is another good place for anyone who likes trendy, affordable clothes which won’t fall apart in the washing machine. It’s an especially popular place among young people (teens to twenties). They stock cool shirts in a range of designs, and there will definitely be something for everyone. They have long and short skirts, shorts, dresses and crinkly pajamas. What I really like is their t-shirts, which have really funky designs, and often have funny things written on them, like “He who laughs last thinks slowest.”
FabIndia is a fabulous place for buying Indian clothes. They also stock skirts, shirts, shorts and western dresses which have Indian prints. Incidentally, you can buy curtain material and Durries (traditional Indian woven carpets) from here. They also sell incredibly yummy cakes and stuff. (Definitely try the chocolate cake.) And they sell some other cool things, which make great gifts. Don’t miss FabIndia, especially if you’re not Indian! You’ll virtually buy out the whole place
Bangalore Survival Guide
Bangalore Survival Guide
The "Bangalore Survival Guide" consists of important information about Bangalore. It is a ready-reckoner on Bangalore made for your pocket.
It has telephone numbers for emergency requirements like Transportation, 24 hour Petrol pumps, Day/Night Medical stores, Emergency Hospitals, Blood Banks, Oxygen Services, Eye Banks, etc.
The basic amenities like Electricity & Water boards, Sewage boards, Street lights, Telephone have their respective departments listed with contact numbers.
For the younger generation, it has a listing of the Cinema Halls, Pizza Delivery & of course the Pubs.
Other timely services like the Anti-Corruption Bureau, Dog Catching, Monkey Catching, Snake Catching, Garbage/Dead Animal Removal, etc. are also listed.
The "Bangalore Survival Guide" consists of important information about Bangalore. It is a ready-reckoner on Bangalore made for your pocket.
It has telephone numbers for emergency requirements like Transportation, 24 hour Petrol pumps, Day/Night Medical stores, Emergency Hospitals, Blood Banks, Oxygen Services, Eye Banks, etc.
The basic amenities like Electricity & Water boards, Sewage boards, Street lights, Telephone have their respective departments listed with contact numbers.
For the younger generation, it has a listing of the Cinema Halls, Pizza Delivery & of course the Pubs.
Other timely services like the Anti-Corruption Bureau, Dog Catching, Monkey Catching, Snake Catching, Garbage/Dead Animal Removal, etc. are also listed.
Bangalore Sight-seeing Tour
Bangalore Sight-seeing Tour
(1/2 day) Twice daily. Fare : Rs. 75/- Departure : 7.30 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Return:1.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. Vidhana Soudha, Lalbagh, Bull Temple, Tipu's Palace, Museum, Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium and Ulsoor Lake.
Mysore Sight-seeing Tour
(1 day) Daily. Fare Rs. 160/- (By Deluxe Coach) Rs. 175/- (By Aero Tech Coach)Departure : 7.15 a.m. Return : 11.00 p.m. Srirangapatna. Daria Daulat, Gumbaz, Ranganathaswamy Temple, St. Philomena's Church, Chamundi Hills, Art Gallery Handicrafts, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Palace and Zoo.
Belur, Halebid, Sravanabelagola
(1 day) Daily. Fare Rs. 225/-. Departure : 7.15 a.m. Return : 10.00 p.m. Belur,Halebid, Sravanabelagola.
Tirupati, Mangapura
(1 day) Daily. Fare : Rs. 315/- (including darshan and bathing facility) Departure: 10.00 p.m. 1st day Return : 9.00 p.m. 2nd day. Venkateshwara Temple, Govinda Rajaswamy Temple and Padmavathi Temple.
Mysore, Srirangapatna, Ooty, Nanjangud
(3 days) Daily in season (April-June). Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the off-season. Fare : Rs. 900/- (including accommodation). Departure : 7.15 a.m. 1st day. Return : 10.30 3rd day. Srirangapatna, Daria Daulat, Gumbaz, Ranganathaswamy Temple, St. Philomena's Church, Chamundi Hills, Mysore Palace, Art Gallery,Cauvery Handicrafts, Brindavan Gardens, Ooty, Nanjangud and Shiva Temple.
Mantralaya, T.B. Dam, Hampi
(3 days) Every Friday. Fare Rs. 550/- (including bathing and accommodation) Departure : 8.00 p.m. 1st day. Return 10.00 p.m. 3rd day. Raghavendra Swamy Temple, Tungabhadra Dam and Hampi.
North Karnataka
(5 days) Every Thursday during the season (October-January). Fare Rs. 675/- (including accommodation). Departure : 10.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m.. 5th day. Tungabhadra Dam, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Bijapur and Kudala Sangama.
Goa, Gokarna
(5 days) Every Thursday during the season (October-January). Fare : Rs.1,250/-(including accommodation and bathing). Departure : 9.00 p.m. 1st day. Return 6.00 a.m. 5th day. Beaches of Goa, Gokarna and Jog Falls.
South Canara Tour
(5 days) Every Thursday. Fare : Rs. 750/- (including accommodation). Departure: 9.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m. 5th day. Sringeri Mutt, Kollur Mookambika Temple, Murdeshwara Temple, Udupi, Katil, Mangalore, Dharmastala and Kukke Subramanya Temples.
Bannerghatta, Muthyalamaduvu (Pearl Valley)
(1 day) Monday and Wednesday. Fare : Rs. 100/-. Departure 9.00 a.m. Return :6.00 p.m. Bannerghatta Game Sanctuary and Pearl Valley.
Nandi Hills, Muddenahalli
(1 day) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Fare : Rs 100/-. Departure: 8.30 a.m. Return : 6.00 p.m. Tipu's Drop, Yoganandishwara Temple, Muddenahalli - Sir M.Vishwesvaraya's birth place.
Shivanasamudra, Somanathapur, Ranganatittu
(1 day) Sundays & Holidays. Fare : Rs. 175/- Departure : 8.00 a.m. Return : 8.30 p.m. Cauvery Falls, Somanathapur Temple and Ranganatittu.
Hogenakal Falls, Krishnagiri Dam
(1 day) Sundays and Holidays, July to December. Fare : Rs. 175/- Departure : 8.00 a.m. Return : 8.30 p.m.
Nagarhole, Mercara, Nisargadhama
(2 days), Every Friday and Saturday during the off-season. Daily during the season. (November-January & April-June) Fare: Rs. 460/- (including accommodation). Departure : 7.00 a.m. 1st day. Return : 10.00 p.m. 2nd day. Nagarhole, Talacauvery, Abbey Falls and Nisargadhama.
Jog Falls
(3 days) in season (July-October). Fare : Rs. 475/- (including bathing facility at Jog). Departure : 10.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m. 3rd day. Jog Falls, MGHE Works and Linganamakki Dam.
Dharmastala
(Overnight) Daily. Fare : Rs. 90/- Departure from Bangalore : 10.00 p.m. Departure from Dharmastala : 2.00 p.m.
Conducted Tours with explanation of India's philosophy, culture, lecture/demonstrations in dance, vegetarian lunch (chemical free, home grown vegetables) Rs. 500 per head. Minimum group of 4 persons. Closed on Monday.
(1/2 day) Twice daily. Fare : Rs. 75/- Departure : 7.30 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Return:1.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. Vidhana Soudha, Lalbagh, Bull Temple, Tipu's Palace, Museum, Cauvery Handicrafts Emporium and Ulsoor Lake.
Mysore Sight-seeing Tour
(1 day) Daily. Fare Rs. 160/- (By Deluxe Coach) Rs. 175/- (By Aero Tech Coach)Departure : 7.15 a.m. Return : 11.00 p.m. Srirangapatna. Daria Daulat, Gumbaz, Ranganathaswamy Temple, St. Philomena's Church, Chamundi Hills, Art Gallery Handicrafts, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Palace and Zoo.
Belur, Halebid, Sravanabelagola
(1 day) Daily. Fare Rs. 225/-. Departure : 7.15 a.m. Return : 10.00 p.m. Belur,Halebid, Sravanabelagola.
Tirupati, Mangapura
(1 day) Daily. Fare : Rs. 315/- (including darshan and bathing facility) Departure: 10.00 p.m. 1st day Return : 9.00 p.m. 2nd day. Venkateshwara Temple, Govinda Rajaswamy Temple and Padmavathi Temple.
Mysore, Srirangapatna, Ooty, Nanjangud
(3 days) Daily in season (April-June). Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the off-season. Fare : Rs. 900/- (including accommodation). Departure : 7.15 a.m. 1st day. Return : 10.30 3rd day. Srirangapatna, Daria Daulat, Gumbaz, Ranganathaswamy Temple, St. Philomena's Church, Chamundi Hills, Mysore Palace, Art Gallery,Cauvery Handicrafts, Brindavan Gardens, Ooty, Nanjangud and Shiva Temple.
Mantralaya, T.B. Dam, Hampi
(3 days) Every Friday. Fare Rs. 550/- (including bathing and accommodation) Departure : 8.00 p.m. 1st day. Return 10.00 p.m. 3rd day. Raghavendra Swamy Temple, Tungabhadra Dam and Hampi.
North Karnataka
(5 days) Every Thursday during the season (October-January). Fare Rs. 675/- (including accommodation). Departure : 10.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m.. 5th day. Tungabhadra Dam, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, Bijapur and Kudala Sangama.
Goa, Gokarna
(5 days) Every Thursday during the season (October-January). Fare : Rs.1,250/-(including accommodation and bathing). Departure : 9.00 p.m. 1st day. Return 6.00 a.m. 5th day. Beaches of Goa, Gokarna and Jog Falls.
South Canara Tour
(5 days) Every Thursday. Fare : Rs. 750/- (including accommodation). Departure: 9.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m. 5th day. Sringeri Mutt, Kollur Mookambika Temple, Murdeshwara Temple, Udupi, Katil, Mangalore, Dharmastala and Kukke Subramanya Temples.
Bannerghatta, Muthyalamaduvu (Pearl Valley)
(1 day) Monday and Wednesday. Fare : Rs. 100/-. Departure 9.00 a.m. Return :6.00 p.m. Bannerghatta Game Sanctuary and Pearl Valley.
Nandi Hills, Muddenahalli
(1 day) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Fare : Rs 100/-. Departure: 8.30 a.m. Return : 6.00 p.m. Tipu's Drop, Yoganandishwara Temple, Muddenahalli - Sir M.Vishwesvaraya's birth place.
Shivanasamudra, Somanathapur, Ranganatittu
(1 day) Sundays & Holidays. Fare : Rs. 175/- Departure : 8.00 a.m. Return : 8.30 p.m. Cauvery Falls, Somanathapur Temple and Ranganatittu.
Hogenakal Falls, Krishnagiri Dam
(1 day) Sundays and Holidays, July to December. Fare : Rs. 175/- Departure : 8.00 a.m. Return : 8.30 p.m.
Nagarhole, Mercara, Nisargadhama
(2 days), Every Friday and Saturday during the off-season. Daily during the season. (November-January & April-June) Fare: Rs. 460/- (including accommodation). Departure : 7.00 a.m. 1st day. Return : 10.00 p.m. 2nd day. Nagarhole, Talacauvery, Abbey Falls and Nisargadhama.
Jog Falls
(3 days) in season (July-October). Fare : Rs. 475/- (including bathing facility at Jog). Departure : 10.00 p.m. 1st day. Return : 6.00 a.m. 3rd day. Jog Falls, MGHE Works and Linganamakki Dam.
Dharmastala
(Overnight) Daily. Fare : Rs. 90/- Departure from Bangalore : 10.00 p.m. Departure from Dharmastala : 2.00 p.m.
Conducted Tours with explanation of India's philosophy, culture, lecture/demonstrations in dance, vegetarian lunch (chemical free, home grown vegetables) Rs. 500 per head. Minimum group of 4 persons. Closed on Monday.
Transportation in Bangalore
Local Transport
There are very few yellow-top taxis in the city, mostly around the airport area, but tourist taxis are easily available from agencies, hotels and taxi stands. Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) maintains a fleet of cars for hire.
Other Transport
A very commonly used mode of transport is the metered auto-rickshaw. The city also runs an efficient city-bus service, but the buses are usually crowded and the bus staff is generally rash and ruthless.
There are very few yellow-top taxis in the city, mostly around the airport area, but tourist taxis are easily available from agencies, hotels and taxi stands. Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) maintains a fleet of cars for hire.
Other Transport
A very commonly used mode of transport is the metered auto-rickshaw. The city also runs an efficient city-bus service, but the buses are usually crowded and the bus staff is generally rash and ruthless.
Getting Here in Bangalore
By Air
Bangalore is connected to all the four metropolitan cities and other major places by air. Indian Airlines and private carriers operate regular flights to the Silicon Valley of India from Delhi, Bombay, Calcutta, and Madras. Trivandrum, Hyderabad, Goa, Kochi, Ahmedabad and Mangalore, are the other cities on the air route of IA and private airlines. A few international flights come in directly form Singapore, Dubai, London, Oman, Hong Kong and Saudi.
Bangalore Airport is 8 km from the M.G. Road area. Transfer to the city by tourist taxi takes about 20 minutes and costs about Rs. 180. Prepaid taxi service is also available. An autorickshaw, charging about Rs. 80 takes nearly the same time.
By Rail
Bangalore is connected to the National Capital by weekly Rajdhani Express and daily Karnataka Express. It is also well connected with Bombay by Udayan and Kurla Express, to Madras by Madras Mail, Lal Bagh Shatabdi and Brindavan Express and also to Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Calcutta, Hyderabad, and Mangalore by express trains. Mysore (140 km) is just 2.5 to 3 hours from Bangalore by train but it is preferable to do it by road.
By Road
Bangalore is well connected with Bombay and Pune through National Highway No. 4, to Hyderabad (565 km) and Kanyakumari (719 km) through National Highway No. 7 and Mangalore (349 km) on NH 48. Madras is approachable via Dharmapuri and Vellore (340 km). Buses of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala State Transport Corporations, and a large number of private roadways connect Bangalore with all the major centers in the region.
The interstate bus terminus of Bangalore is situated in Subashnagar near Majestic Circle and faces the Bangalore City Railway Station.
Bangalore is connected to all the four metropolitan cities and other major places by air. Indian Airlines and private carriers operate regular flights to the Silicon Valley of India from Delhi, Bombay, Calcutta, and Madras. Trivandrum, Hyderabad, Goa, Kochi, Ahmedabad and Mangalore, are the other cities on the air route of IA and private airlines. A few international flights come in directly form Singapore, Dubai, London, Oman, Hong Kong and Saudi.
Bangalore Airport is 8 km from the M.G. Road area. Transfer to the city by tourist taxi takes about 20 minutes and costs about Rs. 180. Prepaid taxi service is also available. An autorickshaw, charging about Rs. 80 takes nearly the same time.
By Rail
Bangalore is connected to the National Capital by weekly Rajdhani Express and daily Karnataka Express. It is also well connected with Bombay by Udayan and Kurla Express, to Madras by Madras Mail, Lal Bagh Shatabdi and Brindavan Express and also to Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Calcutta, Hyderabad, and Mangalore by express trains. Mysore (140 km) is just 2.5 to 3 hours from Bangalore by train but it is preferable to do it by road.
By Road
Bangalore is well connected with Bombay and Pune through National Highway No. 4, to Hyderabad (565 km) and Kanyakumari (719 km) through National Highway No. 7 and Mangalore (349 km) on NH 48. Madras is approachable via Dharmapuri and Vellore (340 km). Buses of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala State Transport Corporations, and a large number of private roadways connect Bangalore with all the major centers in the region.
The interstate bus terminus of Bangalore is situated in Subashnagar near Majestic Circle and faces the Bangalore City Railway Station.
Bangalore As A Hub For South India
Bangalore As A Hub For South India
No matter where you’re going in South India it’s probably a good idea to rendezvous in Bangalore first and then move on. That’s because most places are easily accessible from here and the cost of travel is most reasonable. Though taxis are readily available it’s best to take a train or a public or private bus. Luckily the Central bus stand is right opposite the City train station which makes things convenient.
But before you go away and leave us don’t forget to check out all that Bangalore has to offer . Places like Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park and Museums, Bull Temple and Tipu Sultan’s Palace are all worth visiting. So are the central shopping locations of Brigade Road, M.G.Road and Commercial Street. This also happens to be Pub City so guzzle down a few at one of the city’s watering holes. Bangalore has it all, so take your time and enchant yourself.
There are so many interesting places to see in Karnataka including Mysore which is only about three hours away and full of palatial monuments, sandalwood and incense. The famous Hoysala temples at Halebid, Belur and Somnathpur are also close by. Sravanabelagola, one of the most important Jain pilgrimage centers in India is here in Karnataka. The unique, fun-loving, coffee growing culture of Coorg is not far away either. Mangalore and the Western Ghats offer some picturesque beaches. Visit the holy town of Gokarna and experience something truly special on Om Beach. The rock-cut temples in Hampi, once the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire are a must-see and transport you to another age. So does the northern town of Badami, once the capital of the Chalukya empire.
If you’ve just about had it with India’s Silicon Valley Bangalore and seen all there is to see in Karnataka maybe it’s time to move north to Andhra Pradesh or south to Tamil Nadu and then Kerala. These four states make up what we know as South India today. In Andhra Pradesh places to see are the capital Hyderabad, or now more trendily known as Cyberabad for it’s booming software and modern infrastructure along with some famous monuments.Secunderabad is right alongside and equally interesting. Vishakapatnam, on the North-East corner and India’s largest shipbuilding yard is also worth a visit. So is Vijayawada, considered by many to be the heart of Andhra culture and language. The famous Venkateshwara Temple at Tirupathi beckons the religious seekers or just people who want to see a great temple. Sai Baba’s ashram at Puttaparthi invites you to meet a man of miracles.
Tamil Nadu has Chennai, it’s booming capital city and the guardian of Tamil language and culture. Visit the fabulous rathas of Mammalapuram and its fantastic beach. Kanchipuram, one of India’s sacred cities is worth a checkout.Pondicherry, once a French colony and a charming town with an amazing ashram beside the sea is also here. So is Auroville, a very interesting and self-sufficient commune.The Nataraj temple in Chidambaram is also worth visiting. So is the ancient Chola capital of Thanjavur or Tanjore. Visit Trichy and it’s famous Rock Fort Temple. Madurai, one of South India’s oldest cities and a center of learning and pilgrimage is worth a tour. Rameswaram, the Varanasi of the South and the Island of Prayeris home to many a legend about Lord Rama.So is Kanyakumari, the meeting point of India’s three oceans. Don’t miss the hillstations of Kodaikanal and Ooty either as they have wonderful vegetation, climate and historic spots.
As far as Kerala is concerned there are many beautiful places to see like Trivandrum, a bustling city built over seven hills. Kovalam has one of the best beaches that India has to offer. So does Varkala, containing a great sunset view of the Arabian Sea. Kottayam, a center for rubber production and close to the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-see. So is Munnar, a beautiful hill-station with sprawling tea estates. Cochin in the north provides glimpses of Kerala’s diversity and its little islands. Don’t forget the famous back waters either as they are simply out of this world.
Wherever you go in South India it’s best to start your journey from Bangalore because it’s right in the middle of the action. Be it air, rail or bus, north, south, east or west, Bangalore is the best. We hope you enjoy the rich cultural experience that South India has to offer.
No matter where you’re going in South India it’s probably a good idea to rendezvous in Bangalore first and then move on. That’s because most places are easily accessible from here and the cost of travel is most reasonable. Though taxis are readily available it’s best to take a train or a public or private bus. Luckily the Central bus stand is right opposite the City train station which makes things convenient.
But before you go away and leave us don’t forget to check out all that Bangalore has to offer . Places like Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park and Museums, Bull Temple and Tipu Sultan’s Palace are all worth visiting. So are the central shopping locations of Brigade Road, M.G.Road and Commercial Street. This also happens to be Pub City so guzzle down a few at one of the city’s watering holes. Bangalore has it all, so take your time and enchant yourself.
There are so many interesting places to see in Karnataka including Mysore which is only about three hours away and full of palatial monuments, sandalwood and incense. The famous Hoysala temples at Halebid, Belur and Somnathpur are also close by. Sravanabelagola, one of the most important Jain pilgrimage centers in India is here in Karnataka. The unique, fun-loving, coffee growing culture of Coorg is not far away either. Mangalore and the Western Ghats offer some picturesque beaches. Visit the holy town of Gokarna and experience something truly special on Om Beach. The rock-cut temples in Hampi, once the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire are a must-see and transport you to another age. So does the northern town of Badami, once the capital of the Chalukya empire.
If you’ve just about had it with India’s Silicon Valley Bangalore and seen all there is to see in Karnataka maybe it’s time to move north to Andhra Pradesh or south to Tamil Nadu and then Kerala. These four states make up what we know as South India today. In Andhra Pradesh places to see are the capital Hyderabad, or now more trendily known as Cyberabad for it’s booming software and modern infrastructure along with some famous monuments.Secunderabad is right alongside and equally interesting. Vishakapatnam, on the North-East corner and India’s largest shipbuilding yard is also worth a visit. So is Vijayawada, considered by many to be the heart of Andhra culture and language. The famous Venkateshwara Temple at Tirupathi beckons the religious seekers or just people who want to see a great temple. Sai Baba’s ashram at Puttaparthi invites you to meet a man of miracles.
Tamil Nadu has Chennai, it’s booming capital city and the guardian of Tamil language and culture. Visit the fabulous rathas of Mammalapuram and its fantastic beach. Kanchipuram, one of India’s sacred cities is worth a checkout.Pondicherry, once a French colony and a charming town with an amazing ashram beside the sea is also here. So is Auroville, a very interesting and self-sufficient commune.The Nataraj temple in Chidambaram is also worth visiting. So is the ancient Chola capital of Thanjavur or Tanjore. Visit Trichy and it’s famous Rock Fort Temple. Madurai, one of South India’s oldest cities and a center of learning and pilgrimage is worth a tour. Rameswaram, the Varanasi of the South and the Island of Prayeris home to many a legend about Lord Rama.So is Kanyakumari, the meeting point of India’s three oceans. Don’t miss the hillstations of Kodaikanal and Ooty either as they have wonderful vegetation, climate and historic spots.
As far as Kerala is concerned there are many beautiful places to see like Trivandrum, a bustling city built over seven hills. Kovalam has one of the best beaches that India has to offer. So does Varkala, containing a great sunset view of the Arabian Sea. Kottayam, a center for rubber production and close to the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-see. So is Munnar, a beautiful hill-station with sprawling tea estates. Cochin in the north provides glimpses of Kerala’s diversity and its little islands. Don’t forget the famous back waters either as they are simply out of this world.
Wherever you go in South India it’s best to start your journey from Bangalore because it’s right in the middle of the action. Be it air, rail or bus, north, south, east or west, Bangalore is the best. We hope you enjoy the rich cultural experience that South India has to offer.
Sringeri Away from Bangalore
Sringeri - This is a well known pilgrim center on the left bank of the River Tunga in Chickmagalur. Sri Adi Shankaracharya, the exponent of the Advaita philosophy, founded this monastery. There are 12 zodiac pillars in Vaidya Shankara Shrine which are arranged so that the rays of the sun fall on the pillar corresponding to the months. In front of the temple are stone lions, with stone spheres inside their mouths that can be rotated.
Dharmastala Away from Bangalore
Dharmastala - 349 Kms. from Bangalore via Hassan. 60 Kms. from Mangalore. Dharmastala is a remarkable example of communal harmony. The Manjunatha Temple attracts thousands of people all through the year. Every person who come here, irrespective of caste or creed is welcomed and given a free meal. During the Laksha Deepotsava, the temple is illuminated with one lakh lamps.
Malpe Away from Bangalore
Malpe - 6 Kms. from Udupi. An ideal picnic spot with its virgin beach. The endless stretch of golden sand, graciously swaying palm trees, the clear blue sky, gurgle of the sea… all set the perfect mood for an unforgettable holiday.
Murudeshwar Away from Bangalore
Murudeshwar - 16 Kms. from Bhatkal. This picturesque place has a gorgeous temple perched on a hillock by the shore. The temple which embodies a linga is believed to have erupted when Ravana flung the cloth covering the Atmalinga at Gokarna while lifting it. Bounded by the shimmering sea and rolling hills, this place is a favourite tourist spot.
Gokarna Away from Bangalore
Gokarna - 60 Kms. from Karwar by road. Literally meaning "Cow's Ear", this town is formed by the ear shaped confluence of two rivers. Gokarna is renowned for Atmalinga in an ancient temple which is also in the shape of a cow's ear. Legend has it that Ravana tried to pull it out after Lord Ganesh had permanently placed it there. He was sent there by his father Lord Shiva to prevent Ravana from taking it back to Lanka and enhancing his power. It is a Sanskrit learning center. Om beach, a paradise by the sea in the shape of an Om is also located here. Don't miss the sunsets here.
Karwar Away from Bangalore
Karwar - 520 Kms. from Bangalore. Pristine white sands, palms lining the beaches. Karwar, a charming town, with glorious weather, has all the makings of a perfect holiday. There is a 300 years old Venkatarama Temple, the unique Octagonal Church… all sure to leave you with lingering memories.
Bijapur Away from Bangalore
Bijapur - 550 Kms. from Bangalore. Bijapur is best known for its Gol Gumbaz, the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah. The second largest dome in the world, 44 meters in diameter, it is a highly sensitive echo chamber where the tick of a clock held at one end can be heard at the opposite end, 125 feet away. The Ibrahim Roza in Bijapur is said to have inspired the Taj Mahal at Agra.
Aihole Away from Bangalore
Aihole - 483 Kms. from Bangalore. The earliest capital of Chalukyas(6th to 7th century A.D.), Aihole is a picturesque village, the cradle of Indian architecture, with over 100 temples. The oldest Lad Khan Temple dates back to the 5th century. The Durga Temple is also very famous.
Coorg Away from Bangalore
Coorg - Cradled in the seductive charms of the Western Ghats, Coorg is one of the loveliest districts of Karnataka. It is a thick wooded region (altitude 823 - 2700 meters) with coffee plantations, orange groves and smiling rice fields
Madikeri Away from Bangalore
Madikeri - 252 Kms. from Bangalore is this hill station of Madikeri, which is 1525 Kms. above sea level. It is called the Scotland of India, for its breathtaking scenic beauty. The Fort, Om Kareshwara Temple, Raja's seat are a few spots in Madikeri that deserve a visit. The Abbey Falls, Bhagamandala and Talacauvery lie around Madikeri are worth visiting.
Mangalore Away from Bangalore
Mangalore - 357 Kms. West of Bangalore lies the coast of Mangalore. The visiting places in Mangalore are St. Aloysius Chapel, Mangala Devi Temple, Ullal beach. Around Mangalore too, there are places to be seen, like Katil, Moodabidri, Karkala, Udupi, Malpe Beach, St. Mary's Island, Maravanthe and Kollur. Mangalore has lots of beautiful beaches and great scenic spots around.
Jog Away from Bangalore
Jog - 378 Kms. from Bangalore & 80 Kms. from Shimoga. Jog, a hamlet of Kargal village, is famous for its magnificent waterfalls. The Sharavathi River flowing over a rocky bed takes a spectacular leap from a height of 292 meters and divides into 4 smaller ones, Raja, Rani, Rocket and Roarer. Best time to visit this place is just after the monsoons during June-November.
Shimoga Away from Bangalore
Shimoga - 273 Kms. South-West of Bangalore. This place was once the home of Keladi Nayakas. The fort, Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus and Government Museum are worth seeing. Gajanur, Tyaverekoppa, Agumbe, Jog Falls are scenic spots around Shimoga, well worth a visit.
Kemmanagundi Away from Bangalore
Kemmanagundi - 380 Kms. from Bangalore. Kemmanagundi, a hamlet, lies in the Tarikere taluk of Chickmaglur district. Situated on the Baba-Budan range at a height of 1434 meters, its quite and peaceful, amidst forests.
Bhadra Away from Bangalore
Bhadra - 257 Kms. from Bangalore. Badhra Sanctuary is in Chickmaglur and Shimoga districts. The great Indian gaur, mongoose, barking deer, flying fox, elephant, panther, macaque, babbler, barbet, bluejay, kingfisher, robin and weaver bird can be seen here.
Chickmagalur Away from Bangalore
Chickmagalur - 251 Kms. from Bangalore. A town resting in Baba Budan Mountains. The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Kemmanagundi, Sringeri are a few tourist places near Chickmagalur.
Nagarhole Away from Bangalore
Nagarhole - 236 Kms. from Bangalore. In the Mysore and Kodagu districts is the Nagarhole National Park, getaway for nature lovers. If you want to tour Nagarhole in royal style, do it on elephant back. Jeeps and vans are also available. See the four horned antelope, warblers, spotted deer, panther, mouse deer, gaur and giant flying squirrel.
Bandipur Away from Bangalore
Bandipur - 217 Kms. from Bangalore on the way to Ooty touching Mysore. Bandipur Sanctuary was set up by the Mysore Maharajas in 1931, at the foot of Nilgiri Hills. Travel into the forest, on well laid roads, to see elephants, barking deer, quail, wild dogs, sambar, hornbill, giant squirrels. Endless variety of flora and fauna flourish here, rosewood, teak, bamboo and sandal. Bandipur is a center for Project Tiger.
Ranganthittu Away from Bangalore
Ranganthittu - 125 Kms. from Bangalore on Mysore Road. This sanctuary is home to exotic birds coming all the way from Siberia, Australia and North America. Stretching on both sides of river Cauvery, its home to birds, otters and crocodiles. Take a ride in a cane boat, to see them, accompanied by the open bill stork, the white ibis, egret, heron, partridge or cormorant, an endless variety of delightful birds.
Hogenakal Away from Bangalore
Hogenakal -About 140 Kms. from Bangalore via Dharmpuri. This is a picturesque picnic spot. At several places from varying heights the Cauvery river falls here. These are also known as "Smoking Rocks" because of the mist.
Talakad Away from Bangalore
Talakad -132 Kms. from Bangalore on Mysore Road. Adorning the left bank of the river Cauvery, this pilgrim centre is buried in sand. The Vaidyeshwara Temple built in Dravidian style is visible. It is known for Panchalinga Darshan once in 12 years.
Srirangapatna Away from Bangalore
Srirangapatna - 123 Kms. from Bangalore on Mysore road. This historic place is surrounded by two branches of the Cauvery river. The Daria Doulat Bagh has a museum where some of Tippu's belongings are displayed. Tippu's Mausoleum and a large imposing mosque with tall minarets are also here. The town also has a Traveller's Bungalow for visitors.
Mysore Away from Bangalore
Mysore -140 Kms. from Bangalore. This city was the capital of Wodeyars. Mysore is one of the most important as well as famous tourist centers of Karnataka. The Mysore Palace, Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery, St. Philomena's Church, Mysore Zoo, Chamundi Hills, KRS Dam & Brindavan Gardens are a few places to see in Mysore. Srirangapatna, Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary, Melkote, Somanathapur, Talakad, Bandipur National Park and Tiger Reserve, Cauvery Fishing Camp, Nagarhole National Park, Biligiri Rangana Betta are a few places around Mysore worth visiting. Mysore has so much to offer to visitors that they can stay here for a week without having to spend a minute idle.
Hampi Away from Bangalore
Hampi -353 Kms. from Bangalore. This was the old capital of Vijayanagar Kingdom on the bank of the river Tungabhadra. 6 Kms. from Hospet. Vast relics of the empire can be seen here. It tells the visitors about the glory that was the Vijayanagar empire. 6 Kms. from Hospet one can also find the Tungabhadra Dam.
Halebid Away from Bangalore
Halebid - 216 Kms. from Bangalore. The Hoysaleswara Temple here is full of intricately carved sculptures. This temple is guarded by a Nandi Bull which is incomplete despite 86 years of work on it!
Belur Away from Bangalore
Belur - 222 Kms. from Bangalore. This is one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture. The Chennakeshava Temple took 103 years to complete and deserves all admiration. The Veeranjaneya Temple and many other small temples are also beautiful
Shravanabelagola Away from Bangalore
Shravanabelagola -158 Kms. from Bangalore or 51 Kms. from Hassan, this is a main pilgrim centre of Jains. It has a 17 meters high monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali. The symmetry in stone was created around 983 AD by Chamundraya. Mahamastakabhisheka is a ceremony held once in every 12 years where the statue is anointed with milk, curds, ghee, saffron and gold coins. The next Mahamastakabhisheka is due in 2005.
Kolar Gold Mines Around Bangalore
Kolar Gold Mines-120 kms from Bangalore. Kolar is as rich in history as it is in gold. The gold mines here are the deepest mining pits in the world, reaching down to a depth of about 10,000 feet below the surface of the earth. The Secratary, Kolar Gold Mining Undertaking, K.G.F., may be contacted for permission to visit the mines. Bharat Earth Movers factory is also situated here.
Shivanasamudra Around Bangalore -
Shivanasamudra - 120 kms from Bangalore on Mysore Road. Home for two beautiful waterfalls Gaganachukki and Bharachukki. This has Asia's first hydroelectric power station built in 1905.
Kanva Reservior Around Bangalore
Kanva Reservior - 69 kms from Bangalore via Mysore Road. KSRTC Bus Service Available from Bangalore to Ramohalli-Ramanagaram Kanva Reservoir. For accommodation in Traveller's Bungalow, contact Assistant Executive Engineer, No. 2, Sub Division, Channapatna.
Savanadurga Around Bangalore
Savanadurga -58 kms from Bangalore via Magadi Road. A hill fortress which was the hideout of Kempe Gowda. There is a temple dedicated to Narasimhaswamy and Veerabhadraswamy. Accomodation is available at the Traveller's Bungalow.
Whitefield Around Bangalore
Whitefield - 16 kms from Bangalore. Sri Sathya Saibaba Ashram is here. A large number of devotees come here from all over the world, for his darshan and blessings whenever he visits the Ashram.
Muthyala Maduvu (Pearl Valley) Around Bangalore
Muthyala Maduvu (Pearl Valley)-44 kms from Bangalore via Brigade Road-Hosur Road-Anekal. A picturesque picnic spot with a waterfall which is 300ft. high. There is a Traveller's Bungalow 6 kms from Anekal Town on the Hosur Road. For reservations contact Block Development Officer, Anekal.
Devarayanadurga Around Bangalore
Devarayanadurga - 79 kms from Bangalore via Tumkur. A hill resort. At the foot of the hill there is a natural water spring (Take a deviation at 10th milestone). There is an artificial lake that spreads over nearly 1000 acres. The Indo-Danish Dairy project and Government Horticultural and dairy farms are located here. Accommodation : Traveller's Bungalow under BWSSB, Bangalore.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Ghati Subramanya Around Bangalore
Ghati Subramanya - 52 kms from Bangalore via Doddaballapur (17 kms from Doddaballapur). Nearest railway station is Makali Durga on the Bangalore - Guntakal line. The famous temple of Lord Subramanya is situated here.
Bannerghatta National Park Around Bangalore
Bannerghatta National Park - About 18 kms from Bangalore is this beautiful national park. The major attraction is the lion safari, which is a wild stretch of forest set apart for animals. A safari van is also available to tour the park. Tuesday is weekly off and this park is open from 09:00 to 17:00 on all other days. There is also an elephant ride available for children. Phone : 3344686 (Forest Department)
Mekedatu (Goat's Leap) Around Bangalore
Mekedatu (Goat's Leap) - 98 kms from Bangalore via Kanakapura Road. The river Arkavathi flows through a deep gorge. The Sangameshwara temple is at the confluence of the river Arkavathi and Cauvery. The river flows in a ravine over which a goat can easily leap. Hence the name Mekedatu
Shivaganga Around Bangalore
Shivaganga - 60 kms from Bangalore via Tumkur Road. There are temples dedicated to Gangadhara and Honnadevi. There is a fresh water spring called Pathala Ganga. Regular KSRTC buses are available from Tumkur (20 kms) and Bangalore.
Nrityagram Dance Village Around Bangalore
Nrityagram Dance Village-30 Kms. From Bangalore via Tumkur Road towards Hessarghatta. This dance village is founded by one of the finest odissi dancers of India - Protima Guari. She built this unique village for classical dancers around the norms of a traditional gurukula, the system of education of ancient India. Here students from all over the world are trained in various Indian dance forms including Bharatnatyam, Odissi and Kuchipudi. Every year, in the first week of February, Nrityagram conducts the Vasantha Habba or the festival of spring. This institute is now managed by Ms. Lynne Fernandes, after the demise of Ms. Protima Gauri Bedi. Leading musicians and dancers from all over the country participate and this brings the students as well as the connoisseur and common man in touch with the best musical talents in the country. You can also stay here overnight to get the feel of this rustic Indian charm. It is situated at Hessarghatta, Bangalore rural district. Phone : 8466312 , 8466313 , 8466314.
Vishwashanti Ashram Around Bangalore
Vishwashanti Ashram-25 Kms. From Bangalore on Tumkur Road. This spot is still a well kept secret as far as tourists are concerned. Vishwashanti Ashram houses the tallest statue of Vitthala, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Nandi Hills Around Bangalore
Nandi Hills - 60 Kms. via Devanahalli. A well-known summer resort. Tipu's Drop is an attraction here. Cottages are available here. Contact : Director of Horticulture, Lalbagh, Bangalore. Tel : 6672231. During season (July to February) contact the Special Officer, Horticulture. Nandi Hills. KSTDC's Hotel Mayura Pine Top has restaurant and accommodation facilities. Contact KSTDC (HO). Phone : 2212901 / 902 / 903.
Big Banyan Tree (Ramohalli)-Around Bangalore
Big Banyan Tree (Ramohalli)-18 Kms. from Bangalore on the Mysore Road. The famed Big Banyan tree spread over nearly four acres is located here. The tree has an awe-inspiring appearance and consists of a vertical root system forming a pleasant complex. Age of this massive tree is around four hundred year.
Bal Bhavan In Bangalore
Bal Bhavan - Children's Park with its own theater and playground. Toy train and boat rides are added attractions. Closed on Mondays and the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Phone : 564189, 561423.
Aquarium In Bangalore
Aquarium - Located on Kasturba Road, the Aquarium is housed in a diamond shaped building. The aquarium has a variety of exotic cultivable as well as ornamental fish. Located at Cubbon Park, Kasturba Road Bangalore 560001. Phone : 577440. Open from 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs.
Sri Gavi Gangadhar-Eshwara Temple In Bangalore
Sri Gavi Gangadhar-Eshwara Temple - This cave temple witnesses a unique phenomenon that speaks volumes for the architectural and astronomical skills of ancient sculptors. On 14th/15th January (Makara Sankranthi day) every year, a ray of sunlight passes precisely through the horns of the stone bull outside the temple and illuminates the deity (Shiva Linga) inside the cave.
Shiva Statue In Bangalore
Shiva Statue - 65 ft. high depiction of Lord Shiva seated in Lotus position. Backdrop of Mount Kailash with Ganga flowing from matted rocks. The statue looks majestic during the night with its lighting.
ISKCON Temple Complex In Bangalore
ISKCON Temple Complex - This temple is an exquisite blend of modern and traditional south Indian temple architecture. The building houses a multi-vision cinema theatre, ten mini computer aided presentation theatres, vedic library and a preaching library. The temple has varieties of accommodations to house various types of people, like bramacharis, members, devotees and people taking short term courses offered here. Finally we would like to say that this structure is on of the most beautiful buildings one can ever see. You really have to see it to believe it. So just say Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare and look forward to a visit to this place.
The Bull Temple In Bangalore
The Bull Temple - The awesome monolithic deity in this temple, Nandi, draws devotees from all over the country. One of the oldest temples in Bangalore situated in Basavanagudi and dedicated to Nandi, the mount of lord Shiva. This 4.5 meters tall and six meters long monolithic bull is supposed to be older than the temple housing it. It is believed that the source of the river Vishva Bharti originates at the feet of the statue.
St. Andrew's Kirk In Bangalore
St. Andrew's Kirk - The only Scottish Kirk in Bangalore, situated on Cubon Road parallel to MG Road contains stained glass windows depicting Lord Jesus and his eight apostles. A pipe organ was also installed here in 1881. The walls are adorned with polished brass plaques. There is also a plaque of John Cook, the Principal of Central College in Bangalore in 1915.
St. Mary's Basilica In Bangalore
St. Mary's Basilica - This Church situated opposite the Russel Market Square was built as a small chapel in 1818 by Abbe Dubois, but was later converted into an ornate Gothic style Church by Rev. L.E.Kleiner. By 1882 a fairly large number of stained glass windows from Paris adorned the Basilica, but were removed during World War II. These were re-restored with great care in 1947. The Church was given the status of a Basilica (then the Sixth in India) in 1973 through a Papal order by Pope John Paul VI.
St. Marks Cathedral In Bangalore
St. Marks Cathedral - This cream coloured Cathedral founded in 1808 and completed in 1812, was consecrated by the Bishop of Calcutta in 1816. This Cathedral is a beautiful colonial structure having a graceful dome over a semicircular chancel that transports the visitor almost immediately into traquility. Roman archers along the walls are the features of the Cathedral
Kumara Park Kanyakaparameshwari Temple In Bangalore
Kumara Park Kanyakaparameshwari Temple - The Temple has a fascinating feature - Marble Mandira, murals of holy places and Darpana Mandira (Mirror Mandir) depicting Rishis, Bhagawada Gita and Vasavi history
Karnataka Folk Museum In Bangalore
Karnataka Folk Museum- The Karnataka Janapadha trust manages this museum where many rare masks, artifacts and costumes are displayed. It also boasts of an impressive collection of folk music and videos of folk dances. It is located at Kumara Park West, Sheshadripuram.
Jumma Masjid In Bangalore
Jumma Masjid - The oldest mosque in the city is located on Old Poor House Road and was once called the Sangian Jamia Masjid. The mosque stands as the reminder of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's conquests in the south. The mosque's raised prayer hall is adorned by granite pillars.
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium In Bangalore
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium - Founded in the year 1989, to commemorate the birth centenary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru,the Planetarium aims to instill an awareness of astronomy amongst students as well as the common public. The sky theater with a dome of fifteen meters in diameter has a seating capacity of 225. It also has an observatory with a professional six inch code refractor telescope. Timings : Daily two shows, at 1500 hrs and 1630 hrs except on Mondays. Phone : 2203234, 2266084.
Attara Kacheri (High Court) In Bangalore
Attara Kacheri (High Court) - A two storied building of stone and brick, painted red, Attara Kacheri literally means "The eighteen offices or departments". They originally comprise the general and revenue secretariat of the state government. It now houses the High Court of Karnataka state.
Lal Bagh Gardens In Bangalore
Lal Bagh Gardens - This 240 acre expanse of greenery forms one of India's most beautiful botanical gardens. The credit for this goes to the rulers Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, who laid out an 18th century paradise with rare trees brought from far off Persia, Afghanistan and France. At the heart of the gardens is situated the Glass House. Its design was obviously inspired by the Crystal Palace, London. Flower shows are held here every January and August, with an impressive participation.
Gandhi Bhavan In Bangalore
Gandhi Bhavan - The teachings of Gandhiji are imparted by the Gandhi Smarak Nidhi, which is in the Gandhi Bhavan located on Kumara Krupa Road. An organized picture gallery depicting the entire life of the Great Mahatma have been maintained by the Gandhi Smarak Nidhi.
The Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace In Bangalore
The Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace- Only parts of the fort remain, standing in mute testimony to the struggle of Tipu Sultan against British domination. Tipu Sultan in the 18th century. The fort is noted for its beautifully carved arches in Islamic style and for the well preserved Ganapati temple. Originally built by Kempe Gowda in 1537. It was extended and fortified by Tipu Sultan. Hyder Ali, Tipu's father had imprisoned David Baird along with a number of British army officers here. Tipu Sultan's Palace close to the fort is now a museum. The palace was started by Hyder Ali and completed by Tipu Sultan in 1791 it took ten years of planning and construction. This was one of Tipu Sultan's summer retreats. It is a two-storeyed ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies flanked by gardens on either sides leading to the palace. The eastern and western projecting balconies of the upper floor contained the seat of state from where Tipu conducted affairs of the state. An inscription on the wooden screen describes the palace as the "Abode of Happiness".
Bangalore Palace
Bangalore Palace - The Bangalore Palace in the heart of the city is a unique edifice inspired by Windsor castle and built in the Tudor style in 1880 at the cost of Rs 1 million. A built-up area of around 45,000 sq. ft., this 110 year old monument is a popular tourist attraction. Built by the Wodeyar King it is surrounded by a garden all around, almost giving it a fairytale setting
Ulsoor Lake In Bangalore
Ulsoor Lake - The lake is centrally located, over a space of 1.5 sq. km. A place of prominence in the early years of the century, the lake was then known as "Halsur" or "Alasur". It extended over an area of 125 acres and was constructed by Kempe Gowda during the second half of the second century. It is a major tourist attraction with a boat club where you can hire out cruises with stops at some of the tiny islands that dot the lake. Phone : 573114.
Government Museum In Bangalore
Government Museum - A beautiful 1877 structure with Corinthian columns. Being one of the oldest museums in the country, this museum boasts an exquisite collection of coins, sculptures, inscriptions, old paintings and excavated items. The Venkatappa Art Gallery adjacent to the Museum is named after Late K. Venkatappa, a noted artist. You will find a selection of his famous paintings, Plaster of Paris works and wooden sculptures. Also on view are works of various contemporary artists.
Government Museum - A beautiful 1877 structure with Corinthian columns. Being one of the oldest museums in the country, this museum boasts an exquisite collection of coins, sculptures, inscriptions, old paintings and excavated items. The Venkatappa Art Gallery adjacent to the Museum is named after Late K. Venkatappa, a noted artist. You will find a selection of his famous paintings, Plaster of Paris works and wooden sculptures. Also on view are works of various contemporary artists.
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum - This museum is a tribute to the brilliance of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, one of the architects of modern Karnataka, Browse through this building to get an idea of working models of different machines. One of the specialties of the museum is the mobile science exhibition which tours the state the whole year round. It displays an airplane and steam engine in its compound. There is a comprehensive range of exhibits on electronics,motor power and the uses and properties of wood and metal. Visitors who have a deep interest in popular science can work on some of the exhibits here. Seminars, demonstrations and film shows on scientific subjects are organized periodically. The highlight of the museum are the five galleries : Engine hall, Electronic Technology Gallery, Kimbe Paper Metals Gallery, Popular Science Gallery and Childrens' Science Gallery. It is located on Kasturba Road Bangalore 560001. Phone : 564014.
Cubbon Park In Bangalore
Cubbon Park - In 1864, Lord Cubbon, the then viceroy of India, laid out 300 acres of verdant tranquility. Today, it remains anoasis of greenery in the heart of modern Bangalore. This beautiful park is the haunt of the seeker of pleasure and tranquillity and is highly popular with walkers, joggers and nature lovers. Complementing the natural beauty of the park are the red Gothic structures of the State Central Library and the High Court. Situated close to the High Court is the State Central Library, worth a visit for its rare treasure of books and building has the "pompeian red" colour and architectural style of stone and fluted pillars, with walls finished in lime plaster. Apart from its rich flora, Cubbon Park houses a number of institutions of significance like the Cheshire Dyer Memorial Hall, Ottawa Chatter, Museum, Century Club and the Press Club. Phone : 564125
Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore
Vidhana Soudha - This imposing edifice built almost entirely of dressed Bangalore granite is a tribute to temple architecture. Housing the Legislative Chambers of the state government, this 46 meter high seat of the government is Bangalore's best known landmark. This is one of Bangalore's most important buildings. Mr. Kengal Hanumanthaiah the then chief minister of Mysore decided to construct the Vidhana Soudha entirely along Indian style of architecture. There are four domes on all the four corners. The main entrance is overshadowed by the four headed lion,the symbol of Indian sovereignty. It houses 22 departments and 300 rooms.
Sight Seeing In Bangalore
Sight Seeing In Bangalore
If you have got the travel bug, don't resist, give in! You couldn't have chosen a better place than Karnataka. Karunadu - the elevated land, blessed with beautiful locales is a delightful place with an amalgamation of various rich cultures, crafts, heritage centers et al., It has an enviable posterity and presents much to be discovered. Travel on…
Bangalore, located 1000 Mts. above sea level, this city was formed by Kempegowda. This city also is a gateway to Southern India. People on their way to Ooty, Kodaikanal, Madras, Kanyakumari, Mangalore etc., for that matter even Karnataka, stop here as it acts as a center point to all the other places and is well connected to other major cities. Today it has almost become the fifth metro of India and is fastest growing city in Asia. Its known as The Garden City of India & The Neon City. Bangalore is really a cool place to be in if you want to relax as well as enjoy your life. Details given here make a perfect guide for tourists and enrich the knowledge of local people about the city and state.
If you have got the travel bug, don't resist, give in! You couldn't have chosen a better place than Karnataka. Karunadu - the elevated land, blessed with beautiful locales is a delightful place with an amalgamation of various rich cultures, crafts, heritage centers et al., It has an enviable posterity and presents much to be discovered. Travel on…
Bangalore, located 1000 Mts. above sea level, this city was formed by Kempegowda. This city also is a gateway to Southern India. People on their way to Ooty, Kodaikanal, Madras, Kanyakumari, Mangalore etc., for that matter even Karnataka, stop here as it acts as a center point to all the other places and is well connected to other major cities. Today it has almost become the fifth metro of India and is fastest growing city in Asia. Its known as The Garden City of India & The Neon City. Bangalore is really a cool place to be in if you want to relax as well as enjoy your life. Details given here make a perfect guide for tourists and enrich the knowledge of local people about the city and state.
Monday, September 24, 2007
The Holy Academy in Nainital
THE HOLY ACADEMY
Nainital, Uttaranchal - 263 002
Phone 05942-237892
Email: holy_academy@yahoo.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Holy Academy was started in 1990 with our goal being the realization of the need for a basic pre-school education for children of Nainital . The Academy is an independent pre-school , not affiliated to any other school.
Every parent who comes to the Academy , comes with a very clear understanding that our aim is precisely to train his/her child and set him /her on her feet to work his own way into any school of his choice.
The Academy, being an independent pre-school has a wide ranging curriculum giving predominance to the correct usage of the English language , Science and General Knowledge.
The Academy emphasizes also on the all round personality development pf a child. In line with belief, various extra circular activities such as picnics,nature walks visit to the zoo, horse riding, are organized at regular intervals. Besides, regular dance and music classes are held within the school premises.
The programme of instruction is designed to meet the need of different schools which our children seek admission.
Care is taken to draw out the best in each child, laying emphasis on developing his aptitude for music, speech training, dance, art and hard work. We believe that this alone will help develop confidence, and train him in leadership and responsibility.
Mrs. Madhu Vig
Principal
ACADEMY SONG
1. We are proud that we belong
To this Academy
We are glad to sing our song
So loud and free
We are sure we will always shine
Where ever we be
Just cause we are from The Holy Academy
We are from The Holy Academy.
2. We all make a better world
With love each day
We all make a better world
With our work and play
We will always do our best
Where ever we be
Just cause we are from The Holy Academy
We are from The Holy Academy.
We are from The Holy Academy.
SCHOOL DAYS AND TIMINGS
Monday to Friday - 10A.M to 2:30P.M
RULES OF CONDUCT
1. Dress :The Academy endeavours to inculcate habits of cleanliness and neatness , and parents are requested not only in the interests of the children but also in the interests of the Academy to see that their children are always clean and neately dressed for class and also when travelling to and from school.
2. Children will not be permitted to attend class if they are not properly dressed.
3. Running and shouting in the Academy premises is not allowed. Every child should enter and leave the premises in time.
4. Parents are requested not to wander around the Academy premises and follow instructions regarding the leaving and collectiing their children.They should avoid disturbing the school while classes are on.
FEES
1. Tuition fees are charged for all twelve months of the year.
No allowance will me made for broken periods of schooling. Parents are requested to pay the fees for December, January, February along with the fees of July, August and September.
2. If Fees are not paid by the appointed date, the name of the child is liable to be struck off the roll . If a child¡¦s name is struck of the roll , he will lose his place in the Academy . A charge of Rs.50/-in addition to arrears will be made if the child is to be readmitted.
3. No child will be permitted to begin a term unless all arrears due on his account have been cleared.
4. Reports , Marklists , or leaving certificates will not be issued unless all fees are paid.
5. Fees and other charges are subject to revision as per decision of the authorities concerned.
6. Fees will be paid only on dates assigned by the Academy i.e. by the 7th of every month.
7. Fees once paid will NOT be refunded.
REQUEST TO PARENTS
The Academy expects the cooperation of the parents to ensure.
1. That the children come to the class regularly, punctually and dressed neately with their school Identity Card pinned up which will be provided by the school.
2. That the children bring to class their books and notebooks which should be properly maintained.
3. That the children do their home work regularly.
4. The parents should intimate the Academy or any change of Address or telephone number.
5. The children should not keep late nights or watch Television or video on Week days as this distracts and tires the child.
6. During the monsoons, You are requested to ensure that the children come with rain coats, umbrellas.These rain coats and umbrellas should be properly marked to avoid any mixup.
7. Parents are welcome to give their suggestions for the benefit of the Academy .
Nainital, Uttaranchal - 263 002
Phone 05942-237892
Email: holy_academy@yahoo.com
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Holy Academy was started in 1990 with our goal being the realization of the need for a basic pre-school education for children of Nainital . The Academy is an independent pre-school , not affiliated to any other school.
Every parent who comes to the Academy , comes with a very clear understanding that our aim is precisely to train his/her child and set him /her on her feet to work his own way into any school of his choice.
The Academy, being an independent pre-school has a wide ranging curriculum giving predominance to the correct usage of the English language , Science and General Knowledge.
The Academy emphasizes also on the all round personality development pf a child. In line with belief, various extra circular activities such as picnics,nature walks visit to the zoo, horse riding, are organized at regular intervals. Besides, regular dance and music classes are held within the school premises.
The programme of instruction is designed to meet the need of different schools which our children seek admission.
Care is taken to draw out the best in each child, laying emphasis on developing his aptitude for music, speech training, dance, art and hard work. We believe that this alone will help develop confidence, and train him in leadership and responsibility.
Mrs. Madhu Vig
Principal
ACADEMY SONG
1. We are proud that we belong
To this Academy
We are glad to sing our song
So loud and free
We are sure we will always shine
Where ever we be
Just cause we are from The Holy Academy
We are from The Holy Academy.
2. We all make a better world
With love each day
We all make a better world
With our work and play
We will always do our best
Where ever we be
Just cause we are from The Holy Academy
We are from The Holy Academy.
We are from The Holy Academy.
SCHOOL DAYS AND TIMINGS
Monday to Friday - 10A.M to 2:30P.M
RULES OF CONDUCT
1. Dress :The Academy endeavours to inculcate habits of cleanliness and neatness , and parents are requested not only in the interests of the children but also in the interests of the Academy to see that their children are always clean and neately dressed for class and also when travelling to and from school.
2. Children will not be permitted to attend class if they are not properly dressed.
3. Running and shouting in the Academy premises is not allowed. Every child should enter and leave the premises in time.
4. Parents are requested not to wander around the Academy premises and follow instructions regarding the leaving and collectiing their children.They should avoid disturbing the school while classes are on.
FEES
1. Tuition fees are charged for all twelve months of the year.
No allowance will me made for broken periods of schooling. Parents are requested to pay the fees for December, January, February along with the fees of July, August and September.
2. If Fees are not paid by the appointed date, the name of the child is liable to be struck off the roll . If a child¡¦s name is struck of the roll , he will lose his place in the Academy . A charge of Rs.50/-in addition to arrears will be made if the child is to be readmitted.
3. No child will be permitted to begin a term unless all arrears due on his account have been cleared.
4. Reports , Marklists , or leaving certificates will not be issued unless all fees are paid.
5. Fees and other charges are subject to revision as per decision of the authorities concerned.
6. Fees will be paid only on dates assigned by the Academy i.e. by the 7th of every month.
7. Fees once paid will NOT be refunded.
REQUEST TO PARENTS
The Academy expects the cooperation of the parents to ensure.
1. That the children come to the class regularly, punctually and dressed neately with their school Identity Card pinned up which will be provided by the school.
2. That the children bring to class their books and notebooks which should be properly maintained.
3. That the children do their home work regularly.
4. The parents should intimate the Academy or any change of Address or telephone number.
5. The children should not keep late nights or watch Television or video on Week days as this distracts and tires the child.
6. During the monsoons, You are requested to ensure that the children come with rain coats, umbrellas.These rain coats and umbrellas should be properly marked to avoid any mixup.
7. Parents are welcome to give their suggestions for the benefit of the Academy .
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