(Newswire.net — January 2, 2018) — Bangalore is one of the most happening cities in the country. The garden city of India now boasts of being the IT capital as well. Sprawling gardens, modern infrastructure, presence of numerous multinational companies and high standard of living have made Bangalore a preferred destination for many to visit and to settle in. Bangalore is also known for its famed pub and party culture attracting a lot of youngsters and party buffs to the city. In addition to IT and party, Bangalore also has a religious flavor to it too. The city and its vicinity are host to famous and important religious centers.
Where hope re-kindles and prayers are answered:
Bangalore is a metropolitan city in true sense. A melting pot, the city hosts people from different parts of the country who have different religious beliefs. Like the city itself, Bangalore’s religious centers are also not restricted to any one religion. Some of the most prominent pilgrimage centers in and around Bangalore are:
- ISKCON temple: Dedicated to Lord Krishna and built in Dravidian style, the Bangalore ISKCON temple is one of the most grand and frequently visited temples in the country.
- Infant Jesus church: Located in Vivek Nagar and built in 1979, this church is visited by devotees of all caste and religions and is known for its divine solace and miracles.
- Shravanabelagola: Located 140 km’s from Bangalore, this is the most important pilgrimage center for Jain’s in south India. Known for its 58 foot monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali perched on a hilltop, this religious center draws thousands of tourists every year.
- Jumma Masjid: This is the oldest and the largest mosque in Bangalore. Its elaborate Jali work and floral motifs make the mosque an architectural marvel.
The famous Tirupati temple is also accessible from Bangalore by road, rail or air easily. Bangalore is also home to some of the most popular Ashram’s in the country such as the Art of Living Ashram.
Good food to follow a divine day:
The confluence of Andhra and Tamil cuisines are very evident in the ‘Thali’s’ of restaurants in Bangalore. Once one has prayed to one’s heart’s content, Bangalore offers a plethora of options where one may eat to the stomach’s content as well.
Roam around in a preferred mode of transportation:
Due to its strong transportation system, commuting in Bangalore is not difficult. Be it taking a taxi to airport or bus to the railway station, there are ample options for one to travel in and around the city. In the recent years, self-drive cars have also gained a lot of popularity. People can simply book a car and drive around on their own without worrying about the meter ticking or being dependent on a third person. Car rental companies like Zoomcar offer such convenient services by which the traveler can book a direct airport pickup or a pick up at any convenient location and begin a hassle free trip immediately.