Lalbagh Botanical Garden is considered to be one of the most diverse botanical garden in South Asia. This garden was laid by Tipu Sultan's father Haider Ali in the year 1740. Many of the tropical plants present in this garden were brought here by Tipu Sultan himself. A wonderful flower show is held in this place every year. The floral clock surrounded by snow white and the seven dwarfs is also a major attraction of this place. This was gifted to the Lalbagh Botanical Garden by the Hindusthan Machine Tools, a leading manufacturer of watches.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden of Bangalore is also famous for the Glass House whose design was inspired by the famous Crystal Palace of London. This place was conceptualized as a venue for horticultural shows. John Cameron, the Superintendent of the
Lalbagh Botanical Garden during the 1870s, initiated the Glass House project. He is also the person responsible for importing many rare plants from the Kew Gardens in London. The Glass House of Lalbagh Botanical Garden is surrounded by Pencil Cedars and Champaka trees.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden is located in the southern part of the city about 4 km away from M.G. Road.
The garden is also the home for many sub-tropical trees, herbs and many colorful flowerbeds. On your visit you can also see the intricate water system of the 17th century which is still used to irrigate the plants in the garden.
The artistic landscape is a good delight for the eyes and that makes this
Botanical Garden in Bangalore a wonderful place for admiring nature,s beauty. The decorations of
Lalbagh Botanical Garden also include lush green lawns, lotus pools and fountains.
The Lalbagh Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in India.
Last Updated on : 11 March 2011
