KEMPE GOWDA NAGAR

The area is named after Kempe Gowda–I . Who many regard as the architect of modern Bangalore.

Kempegowda bus stand, also known as the Majestic Bus Stand, near Gandhi Nagar is directly opposite the Bangalore City railway station

Bangalore city has a number of tourist places. Apart from the numerous gardens, it also has some historical sites and other places of interest.

IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

The Vidhana Soudha or the State Secretariat, built in 1954, is the main attraction of this city. It is an imposing building which is a marvel of modern architecture and is a fine amalgamation of traditional Dravidian and modern styles. The Vidhana Soudha, is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka.

Cubbon Park, the 120-hectare park located near the Vidhana Soudha, has a number of neo-classical styled government buildings. Cubbon Park is a landmark ‘lung’ area of the Bangalore city, located within the heart of city in the Central Administrative Area. It has a rich recorded history of abundant flora and fauna plantations coupled with numerous impressive and aesthetically located buildings and statues of famous personages, in its precincts.

The Government Museum of Bangalore (one of India's oldest museums) and the Viswesvaraya Technological and Industrial Museum are important museums within the city.

The Lal Bagh Botanical Gardens, which holds a number of flower shows, especially during the Republic Day (26th January), is located on the southern fringes of the city.

Karnataka High Court is situated opposite to the Vidhana Soudha in Cubbon Park.

TEMPLES
Bangalore has number of temples for those who have religious bent of mind. Some of these temples are very old and equally beautiful including the Nandi Temple.The 16th-century, Dravidian-styled temple dedicated to Nandi hills in Bangalore is an important place of worship. The Venkataramanaswamy Temple, the Gavi Gangadhareswara cave temple, the Someshwara Temple and the ISKCON are other important temple of this city.

ISKCON: Today ISKCON, Bangalore, draws people from all over India and also the world. Daily the temple is visited by 6,000 to 8,000 devotees

The Ulsoor Lake on the northeastern edge of the city is an important picnic spot. Bangalore city is famous for it's numerous

Yoga centers, where fitness freaks can learn and practice this ancient art of keeping healthy.

Bengaluru International Airport is just an hour’s drive from Majestic. It is the fourth-busiest airport in India.

Bangalore Turf Club
Founded in 1920, Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) nestles in the middle of 85 acres of greenery in the heart of Bangalore.

Entertainment
One of the popular means of entertainment in Bangalore comprises of the numerous movie theaters and multiplexes dotting the city. Infact, Bangalore was one of the first cities where the concept of multiplexes was introduced. Most of the movie theaters in Bangalore have restaurants situated nearby, thus offering the complete entertainment package for the entire day

Shopping at Bangalore can be real funs for those who love explore various markets and shopping places. From pure silk saris to Swaroski crystals, you can find anything that you fancy on the streets and shops of Bangalore.

Bangalore restaurants offer a whole lot of lip-smacking and delicious foods. There are a numerous options in the dining course in the restaurants of Bangalore where one can choose according to one's taste.

The nearest tourist spots include Bannerghatta National Park, Pearl Valley, Manchinabele Dam, Nandi Hills and Cauvery Fishing Camp.

• Banks with ATM counters
• Reputed Restaurants
• Cyber Cafés
• Shopping Complexes
• Cinema Theaters
• Availability of Doctors and Pharmacies
• Supermarket and retail shops
• 24 Hours bus services
• Retail outlets and gift stores
• Travel and insurance agencies
• Hand phone and laptop centers
• Book store

Food and Beverages outlets - A mix of traditional Indian restaurants and those offering international cuisines. The list of Indian style restaurants includes Kadamba, Dine and Sip, Route 19 (a food court where you will find from native Bangalore style food to Chinese food). Civet (far eastern cuisine), Sinbad (NWFP cuisine) are at the higher end with excellent ambiance. Fast food style outlets are KFC out lets