Bengaluru Hassan Mysore Tour | South India Golden Triangle Packages

GOLDEN TRIANGLE TOUR OF BENGALURU, HASSAN AND MYSORE - It is no exaggeration to say that the Southern part of India is extremely rich in culture. Most of the cities of this part of the country are filled with a lot of scenic beauty. They also boast of being home to some wonderful pieces of architecture. This tour covers three very important districts in Karnataka from a cultural and historical standpoint. You also indulge in sightseeing at country's major destinations including Bangalore, Mysore which was the capital of Vijayanagara dynasty as houses seven important palaces among many other heritage sites. The famous Brindavan garden, the brilliant Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary and the architecturally magnificent St. Philomenas Church comprise of few important sights in Mysore. Hassan similarly was the capital of the Hoysala kingdom. The temples at Belur and Halebidu are simply mind blowing.

BENGALURU- Bengaluru, the Garden City of India is also the capital of Karnataka. The city ranks as one of the fastest growing cities in Asia. Its pleasant climate, friendly people and its highly educated population have made this Silicon Valley of India. Almost all computer related multinationals are setting up their Indian head office at Bengaluru. This garden city of India has many gardens and boulevards. There are number of places of tourist interest in and around Bengaluru.

HASSAN- A city with rich cultural heritage and history, Hassan is a town in the south-western region of the state Karnataka. The tourist places in Hassan offer a plethora of options to travelers - from basking in the spirituality of religious places to exploring finely crafted medieval architecture to gorgeous scenic beauty and more.

MYSORE- Mysore is a pleasant city with a old world charm, contributed by its broad shady avenues, well laid out gardens, fine buildings and a salubrious climate. Mysore city is 140kms away from Bengaluru is a city of palaces, gardens, shady avenues and sacred temples and retains some of the charm of the old world with its many institutions that propagate Carnatic Classical music and dance.

Tour Destination:- Bengaluru - Hassan - Mysore - Bengaluru

Travel Duration:- 04 Nights/05 Days

DAY 1: BENGALURU

Arrive in Bengaluru and later transfer to the hotel. After breakfast, visit the Garden City- Bangalore.

VIDHAN SABHA- It was built by K.Hanumantaiah which is a granite structure built in Neo Dravidian style of architecture and is one of India's most magnificent buildings. Presently, the building houses the state Secretariat, Legislature and other state Government offices.

LAL BAGH- The garden was laid during18th century by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. The Bi-annual flower show at Lal Bagh brings in entrants as well as visitor's from all over the world. It has also a magnificent Glass house built in 1840 on the lines of London's Crystal Palace.

TIPU'S PALACE- It is located in the heart of the city and adjacent to fort Venkateshwara temple. Supposed to be built by Tipu Sultan. Attracts people from all over the world. This palace is purely a wooden structure.

BULL TEMPLE- Built by Kempe Gowda in a typical Dravidian style. It has mammoth, monolithic Bull 15 feet high and 20 feet long. There is a mystery related to this temple, even to this day people celebrate "Kadalekayi Parishe" every year.

CUBBON PARK- It was planned in 1864 by Sir Richard Sankey, the then chief Engineer of Mysore. In the Cubbon Park there is Attara kacheri, The Central Library, The Aquarium, The Jawahar Bal Bhavan with its Mini Theater and Toy train, The Musuem. Other places to visit are Venkatappa Art Gallery, The Bangalore Palace, Ulsoor Lake, Chinaswamy Stadium.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: BENGALURU - HASSAN

After breakfast at hotel, drive to Hassan enroute visiting Shravanabelagola.

SHRAVANABELAGOLA- Located in the Shravanabelagola is famous worldwide for its splendid Jain Temples. The statue of the Saint Gommateshvara Bahubali in the city is one of the most significant pilgrimage places for Jains and attracts pilgrims from all over the world. Later, continue your drive Hassan. Straight transfer to hotel, and evening free for leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: HASSAN

Today visit the city of Hassan

BELUR AND HALEBIDU- Both these places are the best known temples of the Hoysala dynasty. The Belur and Halebid temples give a glimpse of Hindu temple art at its glorious best of the 16th century. They are famous for their carvings and splendid architecture. The Hoysalas improved on the Calukyan style of architecture by building extremely ornate temples in many parts of Karnataka noted for the sculptures in the walls, ceilings, curved pillars and many more. They followed Dravidian style, vesara style of architecture.

RAMANATHPUR TEMPLES- This is a holy town on the banks of River Cauvery. This temple town is also known as 'Dakshin Kashi' for its temples on the banks of the river. There are over five temples within a stone's throw of each other that see a major footfall throughout the year.

SHETTYHALLI CHURCH- This church is said to have been built about 450 years ago and is in Gothic architecture. The church gets submerged by the Hemavathi River backwaters. However, the water recedes during the summer and one can pay a visit to the crumbled church.

MOSALE HOYSALA TEMPLES- Chennakeshava and Someshwara temples are built in Hoysala architecture with intricate details. These temples see thousands of devotees from across the globe and charm most of them with its exquisite architecture.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 4: HASSAN - MYSORE

After breakfast drive to Mysore. Transfer to the hotel. After freshen up visit the city of Mysore.

MAHARAJA PALACE- This palace occupies a prestigious place among the tourist attractions of Mysore,. The magnificent structure was designed by an English Architect

JAGANMOHAN PALACE- It features stained glass shutters and ventilators and also has a lovely garden setting that has now been transformed to an art gallery. Some of things this museum has on display are paintings, sculptures and musical instruments.

CHAMUNDI HILLS- Mysore is located at the foothills of Chamundi Hills. On top of the hills there is Chamundeshwari temple that serves as a famous landmark.

ST. PHILOMENA CHURCH- This church is a lure for the religious traveler and is a must watch among the tourist attractions of Mysore.

MYSORE ZOO- This is a magnificent zoo which was established in the year 1892, and houses a diverse collection of animals, including magnificent species kept in natural surroundings.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 5: MYSORE - BENGALURU

After breakfast, later travel back to Bengaluru to catch your flight/train towards onward destination.

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