Tipu Sultan Fort
At
Bangalore
Tipu Sultan Summer Palace is the one of the major Historical Attraction of
Bangalore.
Located in the most crowded market area, Tipu Sultan Fort represents the artistic talent that prevailed in the past. It was originally constructed by Kempe Gowda in the year 1537 using mud bricks.
It was modified and extended by Haider Ali, who used granite stones in the process. It was Tipu Sultan who completed it during 1791 and it served as his summer retreat.
The two-storied structure has pillars, carved arches and balconies. It represents Islamic style and you could find a temple of Ganesha, a Hindu god. This throws light on the religious tolerance exhibited by the ruler.
If you love to go deep into historical facts, you need to visit the art gallery in the fort, which houses historical paintings, photos and carvings.
An inscription on
a stone found in the palace describes the palace as an ‘Abode of Happiness and
envy of Heaven’
The magnificent
palace was built using wood, stone, mortar and plaster, and looks like a one
storied pillared pavilion from outside. But the palace is actually a double
storied building, typical of this style in architecture.
The walls and
wooden ceilings of the palace are painted in beautiful floral motifs on madder
red surfaces.
How to get
The Tipu
Sultan Palace is located near the crowded City Market of Bangalore, Karnataka,
India, at the junction of Albert Victor Road and Krishna Rajendra in the
enclosure of the Tipu Sultan Fort. The city of Bangalore is well connected with
other metro cities of India by rail and air. Many international flights come
directly to the Bangalore city. The city is quite approachable from most of the
important cities and towns of South India by road and rail.
Entry Timings: 10 Am to 6 Pm Except Sunday
Entry fee: Per
Person Rs. 5
Entry is free for below 15 years
Tickets are availed in main gate counter.
