Tipu's Palace

Bangalore sightseeing is a wonderful experience and the Tipu's Palace is one such spot that should not be missed during your Bangalore travel. The architecture, the layout and the overall look of Tipu's Palace gives you the idea of the ethnic Mughal lifestyle. The Palace and its remains present the history of the era in which it was built. The construction of the palace of Tipu Sultan was started by Haider Ali and completed by Tipu Sultan himself.

Tipu's Palace is a two-storied ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies flanked by gardens on either sides leading to the palace. Built entirely in Teak wood, the palace is described as the "Abode of Happiness", as proclaimed by an inscription on the wooden screen.

Apart from the palace, the remains of the Fort near the Palace are a testimony of the struggle by Tipu against the might of the British Raj in India. The eastern and western projecting balconies of the upper floor contained the seat of state from where Tipu Sultan conducted affairs of the state. The summer palace of Tipu Sultan was built in Bangalore. This palace is beautifully decorated with floral motifs on the walls and ceilings. After the death of Tipu, the British used this building as their secretariat till 1867. In the busy market place of the city are the remnants of this fort built by Tipu Sultan.