Bangalore is called the Silicon Valley of India, where people spend their time in the office during the weekdays and want to live according to their wishes on the weekend. Many people are planning to visit Bangalore this coming weekend. There is no dearth of interesting places to visit in Bangalore. Whether you are looking for a place to relax or an adventurous getaway, you will find it all here. Apart from being a modern city, the city also exhibits ancient heritage and architecture. There are many attractions in Bangalore that you can visit and fill your weekend with happiness. So let's know about these places in Bangalore...

Bangalore Palace
One of the most stunning and famous monuments of Bangalore is the two-storied granite Bangalore Palace, which is visited by millions of people. This palace will take you back to the time of the Wodeyars who were the most influential dynasty in South India. This palace was built in 1887. The lifestyle of the Wodeyar dynasty is still evident in the wood carvings, captivating architecture, vine-covered walls, ornate pillars and arches, and beautiful chandeliers. Raja Ravi Varma is one of the well-known artists whose works are among the best paintings of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Bannerghatta National Park
Spread over 104 square kilometers, this park is located at a distance of 21 kilometers from Bangalore. Here you can see many types of wildlife including jackal, fox, elephant, panther, wild boar, deer, bear, lion, and Royal Bengal Tiger, etc. The calm and golden atmosphere here attracts tourists a lot. If you like to see wildlife then you must visit this park.

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
A fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture, this palace was built as the summer residence of Tipu Sultan. The construction was started by Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan, within the walls of the Bangalore Fort. Now, the palace is maintained through the Archaeological Survey of India.

Cubbon Park
Cubbon Park located in Bangalore is spread over an area of 300 acres. This place comes in the green belt area of the city. Mainly Kaban Park is a very beautiful place for nature lovers and people seeking a serene environment. Cubbon Park is home to more than 6000 trees. Cubbon Park has more than just natural beauty. Cubbon Park has a very attractive "The Bangalore Aquarium", which is the second largest fish house in India. Initially, Lotus Park was spread over 100 acres, but later it was extended to 300 acres. In olden times this park was known as "Meads Park". But at present, the name of this park has been changed to Cubbon Park.

Lal Bagh
The Lalbagh Botanical Garden is located in Bangalore and is a nationally and internationally renowned center for botanical artifacts, the scientific study of plants, and plant conservation. Lal Bagh is spread over an area of 240 acres in the heart of the city, in which about 1,854 species of plants are found. It was commissioned by Hyder Ali in 1760 and completed by his son Tipu Sultan. The garden has rare plants of French, Persian, and Afghan origin and has the status of a Government Botanical Garden. Lalbagh Botanical Garden has the largest collection of rare plants in the world which can be seen on a visit to Lalbagh Botanical Garden.

ISKCON temple
The ISKCON temple located in Bangalore is one of the largest ISKCON temples in the world which offers an excellent religious experience. With an imposing architecture, the temple is known for conducting several activities for the devotees of Lord Krishna. The temple is one of the extraordinary spiritual tourist places that can be visited in a single day and is only 100 kms away from the city center. There are six different shrines, a 17-meter gold-plated flag post, and a 9-meter Kalash Shikara. The place also hosts youth and cultural programs as well as several festivals.

Innovative Film City
"The Great Film City" in Bangalore is located at a distance of just 40 kms via Mysore Road. It is one of the best Indian theme parks, and one of the most beautiful tourist places in Bangalore. This film city is spread over an area of 58 acres. This Film City located in Bangalore is divided into a total of 3 parts. Here you will get to enjoy the Amusement Park Museum and Wild West Wing and Cartoon City. Whenever you come to Bangalore, do not forget to visit The Innovative Film City present in Bangalore.

Ulsoor Lake
One of the largest lakes in Bangalore, Ulsoor Lake is a huge lake that is spread over an area of 50 hectares. Ulsoor Lake was built by Sir Levin Bentham Bowring, who was then the commissioner of Bangalore. Due to its natural beauty and serene environment, Ulsoor Lake is a good place for picnics and nature lovers to spend time. One of the most popular activities in Ulsoor Lake is boating.

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium is a very popular tourist destination in Bangalore. The origin of life, how planets develop, space missions, how eclipses occur, how gravity works, etc. This planetarium tells interesting information related to science. If you are interested in science then this planetarium is a must-visit.

JP Park
Jaypee is a biodiversity park located in Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore. It is the third largest park in Bangalore after Lalbagh and Cubbon Park. Four lakes, 25 acres of lawn, and over 250 different types of plants and shrubs are found in the park. The attractions of this place include exotic aquatic species, a nursery, a nature center, an exhibition plaza, and an amphitheater. If you live close to this park, you can do yoga, laughter therapy, martial arts training, and morning walks or jogging.