During our walk in Cubbon Park, we also got a chance to visit the magnificent Vidhana Soudha. Since it is located very close to the park, we decided to walk towards it and capture a few pictures around the area 📸.
I have passed this place hundreds of times while traveling through Bengaluru, but surprisingly I never stopped to admire it properly or click a photo. This time, since we were already nearby, it felt like the perfect opportunity to finally visit and take a closer look.
Vidhana Soudha is one of the most iconic buildings in Bengaluru and serves as the seat of the Karnataka State Legislature. The building houses the offices of the State Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council.
The architecture of Vidhana Soudha is truly impressive. It is built in a style known as Neo-Dravidian architecture, which combines elements of traditional South Indian temple architecture with modern design.
The building has a grand staircase at the front, massive granite pillars, and a large dome on top which makes it look majestic from a distance.
Vidhana Soudha was built in the 1950s during the tenure of Chief Minister Kengal Hanumanthaiah. Construction started in 1951 and was completed in 1956.
The entire structure is built using granite, and it is considered one of the largest legislative buildings in India. The famous inscription at the entrance reads:
“Government Work is God’s Work.”
Today, the building stands as a symbol of democracy and governance in Karnataka.
Entry Fee 🎟️
- No entry fee to view the building from outside.
- Visitors are usually not allowed inside without official permission since it is a government building.
However, you can walk around the premises and take photos from outside.
We walked up to the area near the building, admired the grand structure for a few minutes, and clicked some photos. Even though it was a short stop, it felt nice to finally pause and appreciate such an iconic landmark of Bengaluru.
After capturing a few pictures and enjoying the view, we continued our walk and eventually headed back home.