• Bengaluru • Karnataka
Picnic SpotLalbagh Botanical Garden was originally commissioned in 1760 by Hyder Ali, and later expanded by Tipu Sultan, who introduced exotic plant species from countries like Afghanistan, Persia, Mauritius, and France.
Today, Lalbagh spans around 240 acres and houses:
🌳 Over 1,800 species of plants
🌺 Rare tropical and subtropical plants
🌴 Ancient trees over 100 years old
🌼 India’s largest collection of tropical plants
🌟 Major Highlights
1️⃣ Glass House
Inspired by London’s Crystal Palace, built in 1889. It hosts the famous biannual flower shows during:
Republic Day (January)
Independence Day (August)
2️⃣ Lalbagh Rock
A 3,000-million-year-old geological formation (one of the oldest rocks on Earth).
3️⃣ Lake & Lotus Pond
Peaceful area ideal for relaxation and photography.
4️⃣ Bonsai Garden & Topiary Collection
Beautifully maintained miniature trees and shaped shrubs.
5️⃣ Kempegowda Tower
One of the four watch towers built by the founder of Bengaluru.
Lalbagh plays an important role in plant
What is the best time to visit?
What is the entry fee?
₹ ₹30