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Conference Destination -
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Bannerghatta National Park
22km from Bangalore, the park is situated in a picturesque surrounding with a variety of fauna.
The main attractions are bisons, Elephants, Baboons, Panthers, Jackals and
Lion taled Monkeys. This park has a snake park, lion and tiger safari. The
hilly place is the home for one of the rich natural, zoological reserves. |
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The 25,000 acre zoological park makes this a major tourist attraction of
Bangalore.
A mini safari here helps to fund the reserve. The Tiger Reserve of the park
has been recognised by the Forest Department of India. The park is closed on
Tuesday.
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Mysore
140 kms from Bangalore, also known as the City of Palaces, Mysore retains a
quaint charm, that never fails to enchant.
Situated in the southern part of the Deccan Plateau, Mysore District is an
undulating tableland, covered in parts by granite outcrops and fringed by
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From ancient times, this district has played a significant role in the
history of South India. Mysore District is a popular tourist
destination, offering several attractions ranging from the royal splendour
of Mysore City and its fabulous Dasara Festival to exquisite temples,
pilgrimage centres and scenic spots.
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Belur and Halebid
Visit the twin temple towns of Belur and Halebid for a glimpse of Hindu
temple art at its glorious best. Belur is 222 km from Bangalore, a drive of
about 4 hours, and Halebid is another 16 km away.
In the 16th century, Belur-Halebid were at the heart of the throbbing
Hoysala empire. The Hoysalas were huge patrons of art and architecture and
built massive temples that have survived the ravages of time. Some of the
sculptures are so exotic, erotic and eloquent - that you expect them to
speak or move.
The most outstanding temple in Belur is the Chenakeshava, a monumental
edifice that took 103 years to build, possibly because of the intricate
details and the myriads of friezes and sculptures that embellish the temple
walls. Scenes from the epics, elephants in battle and sensuous dancers come
alive in stone.
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Mekedatu
98km from Bangalore, it is a beautiful picnic spot were river Cauvery offers an unforgettable
site. It tumbles down majestically through a deep ravine, on top of which is
a chasm around 5 meters wide, narrow enough for a goat to leak across. Just
3 km from this spot is Sangama, the confluence of Cauvery and Arakavathi
where there is a temple dedicated to Sangameshwara.
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Hesaraghatta
26 kms North of Bangalore, a tranquil spot overlooking a tank covering an
area of 1,224 acres. Experience the thrill of windsurfing over here. The
spot is also known for research and development farms for poultry, animal
husbandry, agriculture and horticulture. The famous Indo Danish Dairy
project in collaboration with the government of Denmark is situated here
overlooking a lovely lake. |
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An exclusive Yacht Club holds races
and competitions every year. The late Protima Gauri's Nrityagram (Dance
Village) is close by.
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Ramohalli
28 kms South-East of Bangalore, this serene picnic spot has a sprawling 400-year-old Banyan Tree, which
spreads over an area of 4 acres! It is called 'Dodda Alada Mara' in Kannada
meaning Big Banyan Tree. The tree with its vertical root system is said to
be the biggest tree in Karnataka. |
The main trunk has given life to several roots and branches with lots of
leaves. Branches jutting on all sides have slanted towards the ground. The
rustic settings and an enchanting view of the nearby Savandurga hills makes
this an ideal picnic spot. The Banyan Tree restaurant run by the Tourism
department caters to the needs of visitors. |
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