Overview
The Bangalore Pété walk packs art, architecture, religion, history, colors, culture, aromas, cuisine, noise, clutter, etc all in full measure. The diversity delivered in this Walking tour needs to be experienced to be believed. If you want to feel the pulse of the country, this is your tour!
P.S1: Please cover your legs and shoulders for the tour since we propose to visit two temples, one Hindu and one Jain. A scarf may be required for ladies while visiting the Jain temple. An extra pair of socks may come in handy.
P.S2: Please let us know which hotel or accommodation that you are staying in Bangalore. We may offer transport service from hotel to Walk venue and back.. This option is available for a small additional fee...
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Entry fee at all monuments
lunch and transport not included
Tips/gratuities to the guide not included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
At the entrance of the Palace near the Ticket vending counter. This is very close to K R Market metro station
End point
This is close to Chickpet metro station
What to expect
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Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - Bangalore KR Market
30 min
After meeting and greeting, the Govt. of India Approved and licensed guide shall accompany you and show Tipu Palace. Its a 230 year old palace, all in teak wood, and built in typical Islamic architecture, showing the diwas-e-am and diwan-e-khas. Also, a brief history of Tipu Sultan, his trysts with the French, the Anglo-Mysore wars, his contributions and controversies shall all be discussed. A visit to the Museum in the premises throws more light on how he came to be known as the Grandfather of Rocket Science in the whole world!
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Kote Venkataramana Temple
30 min
This temple is adjoining the Tipu Palace. It was built in 1690 AD by Chikkadevaraja Wodeyar and showcases wonderful stone sculptures of Indian mythological characters on its walls. The highly carved and ornate stone columns inside the temple reflect high quality workmanship of our artists. Hindu devotees have to book months in advance to offer "Kalyanotsava" (marriage ceremony of Lord Vishnu with Lakshmi) in this temple. It is said that the Garuda Gamba of this temple saved Tipu Sultan from a cannon ball attack from Cornwallis which would have otherwise fell on his palace. The next stop is the Bangalore Fort which is a 10 minute walk from here.
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Bangalore Fort
30 min
Kempegowda, the founder of Bangalore, built a mud fort in the 16th CE which was rebuilt in stone by Hyder Ali in 1760s. Only about 5% of this Fort remains and is now open to visitors. Very neatly maintained, this largely unknown monument is worth visiting.
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30 min
If you ever wanted to see typical India in action, this is the place. There is enough and more in this Market and its environs for all your sensory organs. Vendors, workers, coolies, hawkers, buyers, cows, dogs, cylces, rickshaws, bikes, scooters, etc jostle for space with each other. Heaps of vegetables, fruits, flowers, spices, etc are found everywhere. But there is order, in this disorder! Come and experience this pulsating and throbbing Indian Market of essentials.
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30 min
Jainism is one the oldest religions of the world, originating in India, with at least a 2500 year old history. It is in fact, a religion contemporary to Buddhism. The principle tenets of Jainism are - Non-violence and Vegetarianism. The Jain community forms less than 0.4% of India's population but they contribute more than 24% to personal tax collections in the country. Jains own more than 28% Indian property and has the highest literacy rate at 94%. Nearly half of India's stockbrokers are Jains. Their contribution to the success of Indian business houses is worth its weight in gold. Entry to a Jain temple is subjected to certain conditions and restrictions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Dresses should cover legs and shoulders to visit Temples. Ladies need to carry a scarf too.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Tipu Palace + Koté Vishnu + Fort + KR Market + Jain Temple = Bengaluru Pété Walk
Can I cancel Tipu Palace + Koté Vishnu + Fort + KR Market + Jain Temple = Bengaluru Pété Walk for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min–3 hours.
Where does it start?
At the entrance of the Palace near the Ticket vending counter. This is very close to K R Market metro station
What's included?
- Entry fee at all monuments
What's not included?
- lunch and transport not included
- Tips/gratuities to the guide not included
Which places does it visit?
It visits Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - Bangalore KR Market, Kote Venkataramana Temple, Bangalore Fort.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French.
Operated by Bangalore and Beyond
