High Court

High Court History

The fine building of the renowned High Court of the State Government of Karnataka is one among the notable places to visit in Bangalore built in 1864. Also popular with the distinct name of 'Attara' (meaning eighteen) 'Kacheri' (meaning court), the place, as the name suggests, was a work location for over 18 departments of the State Government of Karnataka looking after revenues and other matters of political importance. It is fascinating to note that the name was given by the Mysore DiwanTipu Sultan himself. However, post 1950s the department functioning was shifted to VidhanSoudha made right in front of the court. To retain its importance, it was later decided to transform the premises into a prestigious High Court.

Architecture

The elegant formation of the court is carved out of sturdy stones. Formed in two huge storeys, the court is red in colour because of being built with the rare red coloured stones which count it among the few magnificent red coloured structures of the country. It is finely made with the foreign Gothic styles of earlier times which was initiated in France which makes the court look somewhat similar to a Cathedral or a Church. Government bodies working in a church-like place will definitely take you back to the British constructed work centres of the colonial times. This includes an outstanding presentation and is an essential element of your Bangalore Tour Packages.

Major Attractions

The colour of the Kacheri building made of fine red coloured bricks is very attractive in itself. Apart from this, the central part of the premises of the court welcomes you with a grand painting of the Commissioner who served the mid-nineteenth century Mysore, Mr M. Cubbon. The artwork is interestingly painted on the ceiling of the Hall. With its name being given by Tipu Sultan himself, the Court building is quite renowned because of its history. A beautifully carved statue of Commissioner Cubbon can be sited behind the building which was built by the gifted Baron Marochetti quite back in time. Eventhough it is a working court, tourists often take out enough time to make a quick visit to the building during their visit to the popular Vidhan Soudha as it is conveniently built right in front of the court.

How to Reach

The distance between the court and Railway station can be easily covered in less than 15 minutes over a car or public transport.