Architecture Tour of Bangalore
Description
Bangalore's architecture holds stories of the city's life phases: all the way from the scattered ruins from the 18th century that merge with the new glass and steel structures of the booming IT City, the silicon valley of India; the understated hindu mud and brick homes, to the fast disappearing colonial mansions that were once occupied by serving British Army officers of the Madaras regiment; stone structures that house public buildings is one of those Indian cities which is known for it's architecture offices, to shacks in the slums; ancient temples and gothic churches.The architecture tour takes you through stories of Bangalore though its buildings and ruins. Because every stone has a tale to tell!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Walk through Iconic of Bangalore's present, what was once a brewery is now the city's luxury shopping destination. A bit of window shopping and people watching!
A walk past this first address on MG Road, with a little bit about Anglo Indian Bangalore, christian influence and the churches built for high ranking British officers
Bangalore Old and New Parliament buildings
A walk through the adjacent park which once separated British Bangalore from the local Petta area, and now is a jogger's park. A look at Colonial statues, stories of Colonial Bangalore.
After a walk past some iconic buildings, and a temple, arrive at a church built by the french, and explore the ruins and new use of old lore
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is within 5 km of MG Road Bangalore, we pick you up for free. If you are further out from the centre then we can pick you up for an extra fee that will be advised to you upon inquiry.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A good amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Dress code is full length pants/jeans and shirts with some sleeve at least, ideally cotton
- We do our best and are reputed to follow the best safety and hygiene standards. But we do not take responsibility for accidents, illnesses, theft, or any personal losses consequent to the tours.
