Bangalore Palace

Bangalore Palace

Been the venue for innumerable concerts and events, the gorgeous mansion in Bengaluru built in the 1870s is one of the many beautiful sites in the country which have a strong colonial touch to its architecture. Greatly influenced by the very famous Windsor Castle, Principal J. Garrett being the original owner sold the mansion to its present-day owners, the Wadiyars. Spread in the huge land of more than 450 acres, the renowned fort-like palace has several regal attractions which make it one among the very popular places to visit in Bangalore.

Legends
As the hunting legends of the Wadiyars go, it is well known that the 25th Diwan of Mysore, J. Wadiyar used to skillfully hunt over 250 majestic tigers and huge elephants. You will be welcomed by the head of one such elephant mounted on the outer building. It is one of the rare sites to behold in present times. The endless number of hunting trophies placed within the mansion will make you wonder indeed. 

Architecture
The fort-like towers and Gothic infrastructure of the palace are taken from the Tudor style of England and the Baronial style as well. The arches used in the buildings have been taken from Rome. With glass work, wooden patterns, ceramic tiles with flower motifs and intricate details adorning the walls, the palace is indeed one among the must-visit places in Bangalore. The front of the palace welcomes you with a blooming flower bed in the garden with a gorgeous water fountain straight from Spain. This showcases a captivating panorama and is an essential component of your Bangalore Tour Package.

Attractions
With more than 30 big rooms within the mansion, you can get a taste of the royal lifestyle. By seeing the lovely seating area carved from granite and the precious R. Varma's paintings beautifying the walls of the famous Maharaja Durbar which is considered as the most detailed room of the mansion. The precious vases carved out of tusks and seats made of hunted elephant feet are a major attraction. The royal site beholds a great range of vintage items like the beautiful mother-of-pearls dining table from China, the Coat of Arms bearing the inscription of 'GandaBherunda' (title given to the Wadiyars) as honored by the British officials then.