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South Bangalore
South Bangalore is the southern part of the city.
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[edit]Ashrams
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- 1 The Art of Living, Kanakapura Rd, Udayapura (near Cricket Coaching ground), ☏ +91 9448386061, +91 80 67262626, +91 80 6726262627, +91 80 6726262628, [email protected]. The international headquarters of the Art of Living Foundation. The ashram is spread over 65 acres and was established in 1986. They conduct frequent yoga and Ayurveda programmes. The campus is also the focal point of many service projects, such as rural development and education, organic farming initiatives, and research into the benefits of ‘Sudarshan Kriya’. While at the ashram, one cannot miss the Satsangs that are held every evening. Satsangs are gatherings where scattered minds unite through music, meditation, and wisdom to experience a higher state of consciousness. People from all over the world who know different languages participate in the singing of bhajans, or the repetitive chanting of a word or a verse.
- 2 Ramakrishna Math. There are many Ramakrishna ashrams in Bangalore, but the special and central one is in Gandhi Bazaar, an area with many temples. This mutt contains a vast meditating hall, a beautiful park, a Vedic school and many more facilities. Sarada Devi had meditated on a location in the park in this boundary. This location is preserved as a monument. A stone on which Swami Vivekananda sat when he visited Bangalore is also kept as a monument. This is a calm and peaceful place to meditate.
Museums
[edit]- 3 Indian Music Experience Museum, Brigade Millenium Ave, 7th Phase, JP Nagar (opposite Wood Rose Club), ☏ +91 96866 02366, [email protected]. 10AM–6PM (closed M). The only interactive music museum in India with exhibits on traditional and contemporary Indian music. The museum also hosts a learning centre to learn music. ₹250 for persons over 12, ₹150 for senior citizens.
- 4 NIMHANS Brain Museum, Hosur Rd. A rather unusual museum with a collection of several different human brains. It has a diverse collection of over 600 brain samples and is the result of over 30 years of research. The museum seeks to help visitors understand how the brain works and get an insight into the kind of diseases that can affect it.
Natural attractions
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- 5 Bannerghatta National Park. A national park at the outskirts with a zoo, a pet corner, an animal rescue centre, a butterfly enclosure, an aquarium, a snake house and a safari park.
- 6 Bugle Rock (Kahale Band), Basavanagudi. A massive rock of peninsular gneiss. Kempe Gowda II built a tower on the Bugle Rock to mark the southern limit of the city.
- 7 Dodda Alada Mara (ದೊಡ್ಡ ಆಲದ ಮರ; Big Banyan Tree). A giant 400-year-old Banyan tree about 28 km (17 mi) from central Bangalore. This single plant covers 3 acres and is one of the largest of its kind. Buses can be taken from Majestic to Kengeri and then from Kengeri to Doda Alada Mara. There are direct buses from K. R. Market to Dodda Alada Mara, which stop just beside the tree. The tree is the natural home of numerous monkeys, and you should be careful with food, water, camera bags, and anything else that can be snatched away.
- 8 Muthyala Maduvu. Known for its waterfall and the mountain ranges it overlooks. It has a rich concentration of birds owing to the presence of the waterfall. Trekking enthusiasts also visited the mountain ranges, and trekking is a major adventure sport.
- 9 Turahalli Forest. The dry and deciduous forest is a hot spot for cyclists. Most trees are eucalyptus. The orchids bloom during August, giving a brilliant white colour to contrast with the green of the forest. The forest is famous for harbouring different species of birds. Turahalli is also a natural rock climbing spot. The granite rocks come in various sizes and shapes. Many climbers practice here regularly to prepare for local or international competitions. There's a small Shani temple atop a rocky hill.
Temples
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- 10 Bull Temple (Dodda Ganeshana Gudi), Bull Temple Rd, NR Colony, Basavanagudi (Majestic: 43A-E, 45A-E, Shivajinagar: 34A-F, 37A-F, Jayanagar/Vijayanagar: 60A-K (Ramakrishna Ashrama)). A typical Dravidian-style temple, famous for its mammoth bull statue that was carved from a single boulder. Legend has it that the temple was built to appease a marauding bull that stole local crops and that the offering was effective, with the bull subsequently leaving the area. Since then, local farmers have held an annual festival to express their gratitude.
- 11 Chandra Choodeswarar Temple, Hosur (20 km (12 mi) from central Bangalore). An ancient Shiva temple. The exact history of the temple is unknown. This is the only temple in Northern Tamil Nadu that has a golden chariot that is used for temple functions.
- 12 Dodda Ganapathi. One of the oldest temples in Bangalore, it is adjacent to the Bull Temple. The temple is famous for the huge monolith structure of Lord Ganesha, who was worshipped by the villagers to save them from the Bull that was damaging their crops in the area. The Bull Temple is a few metres away from this temple.
- 13 Gavi Gangadeshwara Cave Temple, Gavipuram, Kempegowda Nagar (right north of Hanumantha Nagar Park, north of Ramanjaneya Temple, in Gavipuram, adjacent to Basavanagudi). 7AM-12:30PM and 5-8:30PM. Built by Kempe Gowda, this temple with four remarkable monolithic pillars is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple also has a rare idol of fire-god "Agni". The annual festival is on Makara Sankranti and thousands of devotees flock to see the sun's rays fall on the Shivlinga.
- 14 Jnanakshi Rajarajeshwari Temple, Rajarajeshwari Nagar (just before Kengeri on Mysore Road). A famous temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati (Raja Rajeshwari). It was built by a renowned spiritual guru, Sri Sri Sri Tiruchi Mahaswaigal. Built in the ancient style with stones, the temple is very spacious. One can feel the peace and satisfaction when visiting. Weekends are very crowded.
- 15 Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple, Bannerghatta Rd (after Indian Institute of Management, south of Bangalore). Beautiful, spacious temple devoted to Sri Meenakshi Amma. Built in ancient style with stone structures, this place is a very cool and mind-refreshing place to see. You will feel the temple vibe of Tamil Nadu if you enter this temple complex in Bangalore.
- 16 Mukti Naga Temple. Contains the world's largest monolithic statue of Lord Naaga, about 16 feet tall and weighing 36 tons. The Mukti Naga Temple, which is run by Shri Subrahmanya Seva Trust, is in a serene ambience of Ramohalli, a village on the outskirts of the city.
- 17 Nageshwara Temple (Naganatheshwara Temple), Begur. A temple complex built during the Western Ganga dynasty, with later-day additions by the Chola, Hoysala and Vijayanagara dynasties. It is known for bearing the oldest mention of the name "Bengaluru". The temple has a simple square sanctum, a vestibule that connects the sanctum to a great hall, which leads to an open hall. The open hall has six pillars, with an image of Nandi placed on a lotus platform in the outer bay. The sanctum has a lingam, the universal symbol of the god Shiva.
- 18 Ragi Gudda, Jayanagar 9th block (South of Bangalore). This is a famous Hanuman temple abode. The temple is on a mammoth rocky hill, and has very attractive chain of temples like Spathika Shiva, Ganesha and scenery within the premises. This is a very crowd attracting place during the period of Hanuman Jayanti in December. You get mahaprasadam meals on Saturday noon-1PM.
- 19 Shree Guruvayurappan Temple, Kanakapura Rd, Nettigere. A small and nice Kerala-style temple which gives a great vibe of peace and tranquillity. Only traditional attire is allowed to enter the sanctum (dhotis for men and sarees for women).
- 20 Vasantha Vallabharaya Temple ( Majestic 210E, 210R Shivajinagar 210G , Market: 210, 210D, 210E, Electronic City/Kengeri : 378) In South Bangalore, close to Sai Baba Temple, Eashwara Temple, Anjaneya Temple, off Vasantapura Road). A small hillock with an ancient temple dedicated to Sri Vasantha Vallabharaya Swamy.
Do
[edit]- 1 Ranga Shankara, 36/2, 8th Cross, J.P. Nagar, 2nd Phase, ☏ +91 80 26592777, +91 80 26494656. Evening shows start at 7:30PM. Many local groups perform here, although more often shows are presented by travelling groups touring India. The quality of the performances varies, but most plays are worth seeing, especially the ones by Indian playwrights or directors, as they can show you an Indian (or non-Western) perspective. Shows are in various languages, so it is a good idea to double-check whether the play is in English before buying or reserving (blocking) tickets. Audience members need to be present on time to be allowed entry to the theatre. It does not matter whether you are stuck in traffic or paid in advance, you simply will not be allowed inside after the specific time mentioned as the start time. ₹45–100.
- Ultimate Frisbee Club. Although in a nascent stage, Ultimate Frisbee games are held on Tu Th Sa mornings starting 6:30AM. The teams comprise of players of all skill levels.
Events
[edit]- 2 Kadlekai Parishe (Peanut fair). Every year, sometime during the months of Nov-Dec, the area around Bull Temple Road in South Bangalore hosts a peanut fair. Centuries ago, the villages in and around this area used to cultivate peanuts and the custom was to dedicate the first crop to Nandi (the Bull at the temple). Although the villages of yore are today residential areas, the tradition continues as peanut farmers congregate to sell their crop. The 2 day traditional fair has many stalls that sell peanuts, trinkets, bangles, pottery, dolls etc. There are also a number of food stalls.
Lakes
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- 3 Madiwala Lake. One of the biggest lakes in Bangalore and a grave example of water pollution. The water was fit for drinking till the early 1990s, when the industrial waste and sewage made it unsafe. Despite this, the lake sees a huge number of spot-billed pelicans migrating in the winter, especially in November and December.
- 4 Thippagondanahalli Reservoir (TG Halli Reservoir), 35 km (22 mi) W of city centre. A reservoir at the confluence of the Arkavati and Kumudavati rivers. It is used by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) to supply water to the city. It is also a popular recreation spot in summer. Furthermore, it is said that a yogi used his supernatural powers to bring rain on the reservoir on 30 May 1985, when it had only 15 days of water supply. However, that rain is sometimes attributed to the regular south-western monsoon wind rather than any supernatural force.
Spas
[edit]- Sundaythespa, No.627/628, 5th Cross Road, 15th Main, 80 Feet Road, 4th Block, Koramangala Layout, ☏ +91 80-25520757, toll-free: +91 80-25520758, [email protected]. Incorporates Ayurvedic, Indian and East Asian practices, offers professional services by well-trained staff.
Work
[edit]- 1 Electronic City. A major information technology (IT) cluster of the city, with offices of IT giants like TCS (Tata Consultancy Services), Infosys, Wipro, HCL (Hindustan Computers Limited) and Tech Mahindra.
Buy
[edit]- 1 Bannerghatta Road. Grasshopper is a space that exhibits clothing designs from the most experimental designers in India and also showcases other ideas - lighting design, products, theatre, music - an open space for expression! If that's too boring, you can keep driving and you have a thousand ways that you can take to enjoy the wildlife and the myriad reservoirs strewn across the area - you can still find your very own private haven.
- 2 Gandhi Bazaar (in the heart of Basavangudi). One of the oldest shopping areas in Bangalore, Gandhi Bazaar stretches for a short kilometer or so, bordered on both sides by shops selling everything from saris and clothes to plastics and kitchen utensils, fronted by vegetable and fruit stalls.
- 3 Jayanagar Shopping Complex. From antique jewellery stores, the authentic gold jewelry stores, saree stores, sweet meat stores, classic Iyengar bakeries, dress stores, and food stores that sell fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, and butter. Most of the products are comparatively cheap and are often value for money.
- 4 Oasis Centre, Intermediate Ring Rd, Koramangala. A two-story store on Victoria Road in the heart of the new mall shopping district. This was one of the most coveted stores until the malls came along. It's an easy place to go shopping when you don't want too many options to confuse you or when you're tired and don't want to visit too many shops - you can get everything under one roof here. Good for clothes, cosmetics, watches, jewellery, shoes etc. You also get stylish furniture and other home and living items for a decent price.
Handicrafts
[edit]- Royal Arts & Crafts, ☏ +91 80 2248 4797. 21 K.H. Rd. Has a particularly wide selection of silk carpets and papier-mâché products.
Shopping malls
[edit]- 5 Nexus Mall Koramangala, Hosru Rd, [email protected]. One of the well-known malls in Bangalore in an upscale suburb. Stores range from high international brands to traditional Indian Khadi clothing at the Khadder. The top floor of the mall contains an 11-screen cinema. For eating there is fast food and world cuisines including: Chinese, Vietnamese, Mexican and Italian and Indian. The PVR Cinema hall is here too.
Eat
[edit]- Anjappar Restaurant, #50, 100 Ft. Road, 4th Block Kormangala. Chettinad cuisine
- Friends Fast Food, Jyoti Nivas College Rd, Koramangala (300 m from Nexus mall). Great Conti food at college prices. Casa Picola fans will like this one.
- Hyderabadi biriyani, Banerghatta Rd (near IIM -B, beside HSBC Bank and above Fabmall). Serves good biriyani
- Kairali, Near Nexus Mall, Koramangala.
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