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The Bangalore Growth Story: From Boiled Beans to Silicon Valley Bangalore

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Bengaluru

Discover the captivating growth story of Bangalore, from its humble beginnings to becoming the Silicon Valley of India. Immerse yourself in the city's art, culture, cuisine, and history on this engaging city tour.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Lalbagh Botanical Garden - Lalbagh, literally the red garden, is the famous botanical garden of Bangalore. It was laid down by Hyder Ali in the 1760’s. Spread out over an area of 240 acres (about 100 hectares) this garden boasts of 800 genera, 2,100 species of plants and nearly 8,500 trees. Some other highlights of Lalbagh are - a 3 billion year rock; a 20-million year old fossil; the iconic Glass House modeled after the Crystal Palace in London; a mango tree planted by Hyder Ali himself; a British-era band stand; a tree branch which appears like the face of Ganesh; a 200-year old and most ominous-looking White Silk Cotton tree; a 300-ft tall Cook Pine tree named after the famous Captain Cook; trees planted by famous visitors to the Park over the years such as Queen Victoria, Khan Abdul Gafar Khan, Nikita Krushchev, Dag Hammerskjold, etc; and so on. A walk through the park is not only refreshing but also informative and invigorating.

What's Included

In-vehicle air conditioning
Lunch
All fees and/or taxes

What's Not Included

Tips/gratuity to the guide not included

Additional Information

Bangalore is the jewel in the crown of New India. If India is the rising star in the world economy, Bangalore has a prominent role in this. Our city tour captures the essence of Bangalore in all its aspects. Be it art, architecture, culture, colors, cuisine, history, nature, religion, mythology, shopping, etc. You get them all in full measure.

Join us on this tour if you want to listen to the growth story of Bangalore. Know why Indians are among the World’s best in IT. Taste typical & traditional South Indian lunch. Get tips on shopping and take a stroll in a botanical garden. Watch photogenic visuals at the flower market, etc.