What is the history of Lalbagh Botanical Garden?
Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bengaluru, Karnataka, was commissioned by Hyder Ali, the ruler of Mysore, in 1760…
Tipu Sultan and the Mysore Kingdom
The period of Mysore rule over Bengaluru lasted from 1758 to 1791 and was one of the most consequential eras in…
Bengaluru Kannada Literature and Classical Arts
Karnataka has produced more Jnanpith Award winners, India’s highest literary honour, than any other state…
Colonial Architecture of Bengaluru
Bengaluru’s colonial period began in earnest in 1799 when British forces captured Seringapatam, the…
Kempe Gowda I the architect of early Bengaluru
The name Kempegowda appears across Bengaluru with remarkable frequency. It is found on the international…
Historical Temples of Bengaluru that Shaped the Spiritual and Cultural Identity of the City
Long before Bengaluru became a centre of commerce and technology, its identity was defined by its temples. These…
The Ancient History and Living Culture of Bengaluru
Bengaluru carries more than 480 years of documented history within its boundaries, yet most people who move here…
