Monuments in Karnataka

Karnataka Monuments

Must See (6) Popular (7) Upcoming (9)
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Sultan Battery, Mangalore Heritage

Famous for: Impressive watchtower


The sultan battery is one of the most famous tourist spot located in Boloor, 6 km away from the main mangalore city bus stand. It was constructed by the emperor Tipu sultan as a barricade to pre...

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The Railway Museum, Mysore Heritage

Famous for: Its great collection, royal glimpse


Indian Railways was the founder of one of the most ancient rail museum in Mysore named The Railway Museum in 1979.The name itself develops the feeling of watching it and so, is the must-see plac...

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Tipu Sultan Summer Palace, Bangalore Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Magnificent palace and its wonderful architectural style


This amazing work of architecture was built in 1799 when Tipu Sultan spent his summer days till his last breadth. The building of Tipu Sultan’s summer palace started during the time of Hai...

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Omkareshwar Temple, Madikeri Heritage, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva


Located in the heart of Madikeri, the temple was built in 1820 by Raja Lingarajendra. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and showcases an artistic blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture. The temple ...

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Madikeri Fort, Madikeri Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: An ancient fort of 17th century


This splendid fort was built in the 17th century by Muddu Raja with mud. Later on it was reconstructed by Tipu Sultan using granite and in the 18th century, Linga Rajendra ...

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St Aloysius College Chapel, Mangalore Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


The St.Aloysius College Chapel is located on the light house hills and was built in the year of 1899-1900.It’s of great architectural beauty and sheer exquisiteness. Its beauty is often co...

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St. Philomenas Church, Mysore Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


In 1956, a structure was constructed in Mysore setting an example of perfect blend of sacredness and architecture and ofcourse, it is none other than St. Philomena’s Church. Especially, wh...

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Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, Mysore Heritage

Famous for: Architectural style and historical museum


Constructed in 1905 for the eldest daughter of Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar, Jayalakshmi vilas Mansion is not less than an architectural marvel that gives you complete idea of talent of that era. ...

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Madikeri Fort, Coorg Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Massive and gigantic edifice


Mercara Fort, also popularly known as Madikeri Fort, is one of the most popular attractions in Coorg of Karnataka. Being the headquarters of Coorg, Mercara town is embedded with lots of places t...

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HAL Heritage Center And Aerospace Museum, Bangalore Heritage

Famous for: Wonderful display of vast collection of old aircrafts especially loved by kids


The heritage center and aerospace museum provides the guests with one of the finest and rarest photos from HAL’s history. Kids often enjoy visiting this place because outside this place th...

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Bangalore Palace, Bangalore Heritage

Famous for: Wonderful architecture and display of exquisite paintings


With an initial idea of making a replica of Windster Castle of England, the Bangalore Palace was a brainchild of Rev. Garret. He was appointed as the first principal of the Central College which...

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Gaddiges Rajas Tomb, Madikeri Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: A historical structure housing various tombs of royals


It is a historical structure in Madikeri and is a much sought after attraction among the history buffs. The tomb is embedded in indo-arsenic style of architecture and houses various tombs of Kod...

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Milagres Church, Mangalore Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


The Milagres Church located at a distance of 0.5 kilometres from the mangalore railway station. This church is popularly called as the Church of Our Lady of Miracles. It is the most popular chur...

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Jagmohan Palace, Mysore Heritage

Famous for: Art Gallery and magnificent palace


In 1861, the other most astonishing palace was constructed by the Krishnaraja Wodeyar III and this palace served as a home to the royal family till the Amba Villas Palace was constructed after g...

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Mysore Palace, Mysore Heritage

Famous for: Its architectural style and panoramic views


Located at the Mirza Road, Mysore Palace holds the significant place not only in the heritage sites of Mysore but all over the country’s attraction. The palace is also referred as the Myso...

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Dargah Sharief Of Yemmemadu, Coorg Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


For the Muslims in Coorg, there is the most sacred place for them in Kodagu district named Dargah Sharif of Yemmemadu. It is not only religious Tomb of Yemmemadu but is also one of the famous ar...

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Gaddige, Coorg Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Architectural style


Actually, there is a historical edifice in a very haunting look in Coorg named Gaddige. It holds great significant place in the history chapters of Coorg and this site consists of tombs of great...

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Art Of Living International Center, Bangalore Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Evening attraction held there named Satang


21 kilometers from the city of Bangalore is the Art of living International center which was built in 1986. An evening attraction called Satang is held every day where songs and dance is offered...

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Mayo Hall, Bangalore Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Architectural style and royal grandeur


One of the many historic buildings present in the garden city of Bangalore is the Mayo Hall. This historic hall was named after the fourth viceroy of the dependent India. His name was Richard Bo...

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Tipu Sultan Fort And Palace, Bangalore Heritage

Famous for: Wonderful architecture and one of the best sites of Bangalore


Tipu sultan Fort and Palace- Bangalore KR market is not a very big place. Even though it is small it carries a lot of historic significance. Not only it provides people with lot of historic info...

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Visvesvaraya Industrial And Technological Museum, Bangalore Heritage

Famous for: Display of wonderful artifacts


Visvesvaraya Industrial and technological Museum is located in Kasturba Road, Bangalore. This monument is one of the best around Bangalore. People visit this place quite often. A person who has ...

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Semmanthi Bai Government Museum, Mangalore Heritage

Famous for: Wonderful display of rare artifacts and great collection of coins


This museum located in Bejai four kilometres away from the bus stand of the city. There are a lot of idols of historical importance in this museum. This museum popularly termed as the Bejai muse...