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The well-known Bugle Rock is one of Bangalore’s most popular tourist attractions, and its adjacent park is a delightful place to spend leisure hours. The huge rock which may be seen by visitors is in fact also of great scientific significance, and has been the focus of much interest from scientific experts.
Bugle Rock has been recognized as a prominent landmark from ancient times, and a watchtower was constructed surmounting the rock by a well-known local ruler, Kempe Gowda II. This feudal noble decreed that the guard at this watchtower would sound a bugle and hold aloft a torch everyday at sunset at this location. From the rock visitors will be able to enjoy spectacular views over the city of Bangalore. You will also see that many of the component rocks of the boulder feature a number of hollows, where in times of old passers-by would light lamps.
Adjacent to the rock visitors will find a picturesque park which contains numerous attractive fountains and waterfalls. One of Bangalore’s most renowned verdant sanctuaries this park is often frequented by local families as well as visitors to the city. The park is especially renowned as a place to take leisurely walks, providing a delightful environment in which to take a relaxing stroll. You will also find three attractive temples at the site, with pride of place going to the Bull Temple which is dedicated to the Hindu demigod Nandi, who takes the shape of a sacred bull. This shrine is considered to be the largest dedicated to this particular deity. You will also see a shrine dedicated to the deity Ganesha within the park.
Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+
