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A 16th-century Vaikhanasa temple, dedicated to Lord Ranganathaswamy. The temple is built in the Vijayanagara style of architecture with beautifully-carved granite pillars reminiscent of Hoysala influence. Rathotsavam (Chariot Festival) and Vaikuntha Ekadashi are observed here.
Ranganathaswamy Temple, in Chikkapete, is an ancient and famous Hindu Vaikhanasa temple in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, dating back to the 16th century C.E dedicated to Lord Ranganathaswamy. The temple is built in the Vijayanagara style of architecture and has beautifully carved granite pillars reminiscent of Hoysala influence.
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Established in 1904 and named after missionary and scholar Rev. Benjamin Holt Rice, who was responsible for opening Kannada schools in Bengaluru Pete. The church is a stone building in the European Classical style, with Tuscan columns, pediments and keystone arch windows.
One of the oldest temples of Bengaluru and also the smallest, the Temple has existed since the times of Kempe Gowda. It is on S.P. Road close to Corporation Circle, behind the LIC building. This temple is famous for the Annual Karaga Festival held every summer. The Presiding Deity is Dharmaraya (Yudishthira) & Consort Draupadi, making it a unique one of its kind.
A park built on the grounds of a prison. It is also used for public protests.
Built in 1537. A small part with massive granite walls, big gates, a dungeon and a small Ganesha temple is still intact. Check out the stone carving high up on the wall to your left after entering the massive wooden door.
Established in 1904 and named after missionary and scholar Rev. Josiah Hudson, who was responsible for opening Kannada schools in Bengaluru Pete. The church attracts people of all faiths, especially in Thursdays and Sundays.