BANGALORE - CITY OF LIGHTS 

Bengaluru, Silicon Valley of India and the pride capital of Karnataka. The city has earned several names such as Pub capital of India, City of gardens, Air-conditioned city. Bengaluru doesn't have many iconic attractions as other cities in India, it has a mixed culture of historic, architecture, art and nature.

If you're planning to have a trip to Bangalore this summer and make it a memorable one, here is your plan of action by me.

Here we go..............Top 5 places to hang on in Bangalore.

• The Palace honours its guests from 10am to 5:30pm

 Tipu Sultan Palace and Fort 

Situated inside the Bangalore Fort area, Tipu Sultan's Palace was originally built by Chikkadeva Raya in the mud. Later, Hyder Ali started reconstruction in Indo-Islamic architecture. It was completed by his son, Tipu Sultan, in 1791. The Hindu temple seen in the courtyard of the fort is the proof of Tipu Sultan's religious tolerance.

• The Fort honours its guests from 8:30am to 5:30pm

If you're an Art lover, check out these -

 National Gallery of Modern Art 

If you're an Art lover, don't miss out this Gallery. It was accommodated in a Colonial mansion with a garden setting and has two interconnected wings. This Art Gallery was one of the rarest in India. The old are features works from the early 18th century up until India's Independence, while the new one displays works from a large number of modern and contemporary artists. There's a cafe on the premises as well.

• This Art Museum honours its guests from 10am to 5pm ( closed on Mondays )

If you're a Garden lover, chill here-

 Lalbagh Botanical Garden 

This expansive garden started out as a private Mughal-style garden for the city's royal rulers. It was established in 1760 by Hyder Ali and later extended by his son Tipu Sultan. It now covers 240 acres and derives its name from the red roses that bloom throughout the year there. The garden is said to have the most diverse species of plants in the world. Its focal point is a majestic glasshouse, built in 1889 to commemorate the visit of the Prince of Wales. It was designed along the lines of the Crystal Palace in London.

• This Garden honours its guests from 6am to 7pm

 Cubbon Park 

This Park was named after erstwhile Commissioner of Bangalore, Sir Mark Cubbon. Occupying 300 acres in Bangalore's business district, Cubbon Park is popular for joggers, walkers and who just want to roam around in pleasant mornings and evenings. Kids will enjoy the special Bal Bhavan play area and aquarium inside the park.

 Hope this summer is gonna memorable