The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B), a deemed to be University, was established in 1998 with a vision to contribute to the IT world through education and research, entrepreneurship and innovation. The institute attracts students from all over India and abroad and has the unique distinction of selecting 100% students on merit from across the country and abroad, pushing up the level of discourse and peer group at the institute. It has a unique positioning as a leading technology institute with its interdisciplinary courses which crisscross information technology and social sciences being pursued by students from diverse academic backgrounds. The MSc Digital Society course of the institute is the first of its kind in the country.
1. Lal bagh Botanical Garden:
Lalbagh Botanical Garden is located in Bangalore and is nationally and
internationally renowned centre for botanical artwork, scientific study of
plants and also conservation of plants. A haven for all nature lovers, Lal Bagh
covers an area 240 acres in the heart of the city and has nearly 1,854 species
of plants.
Distance from The IIITB: 18 Km
Timing: 6AM - 7PM
Cost of ticket: 30 Rs
2. Cubbon Park:
Cubbon Park, officially known as Sri. Chamarajendra Park is a historic park,
located in the heart of the city in the Central Administrative Area. Cubbon
Park has a history of over 100 years.
Distance from The IIITB: 20 KM
Timing: 6:00 am to 6:00 pm; closed on Mondays and second Tuesdays
3. Bengaluru Palace:
An epitome of great architecture and beauty, The Majestic Bangalore Palace
preserves in it the spice of old regal opulence. Currently the central attraction
in Bangalore, the palace was built in the year 1878.
Distance from The IIITB: 24 KM
Time Required: 4 hours
Timings: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee: Indian: INR 230, Foreigner: INR 460
4. Bangalore Iskcon:
Sri Radha Krishna-chandra Temple is one of the largest Krishna-Hindu
temples in the world. It is situated in Bangalore in the Indian state of
Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Hindu deities Radha Krishna.
Distance from The IIITB: 20 KM
Timing and cost:
Morning – 4:15am to 5:15am and 7:15am to 1:15pm
Evening – 4:15pm to 8:00pm
Weekends and public holidays – No break in the afternoon
Time Required for darshan: 1 – 2 hours
Dress Code: Formal or traditional wear as a mark of respect. (Avoid
shorts & casual wears)
Entry Fee: Free (Nominal charges for parking and footwear stand)
5. Vidhana Soudha:
Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore, India, is the seat of the state legislature
of Karnataka. It is constructed in a style described as Neo-Dravidian, and
incorporates elements of various Dravidian styles.
Distance from The IIITB: 22 KM
Entry: Special Permission required
6. Bannerghatta Zoo/Safari:
Located 22 km away from Bangalore, the Bannerghatta National Park is a
sanctuary for a large variety of flora and fauna. Spread over a massive area
of around 104.27 sq. km, this national park was established in the year 1971.
Distance: 15 KM
Timing:
Butterfly park and boating: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM,
Grand Safari: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM,
Closed on Tuesdays
Time Required: Half-day trip
Tarriff Information: https://bannerghattabiologicalpark.org/tariff.html
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