Rediscover old Bangalore’s Pettahs: stroll through historic bazaars, explore vibrant markets, and experience the city’s rich heritage.
Rediscover old Bangalore’s Pettahs: stroll through historic bazaars, explore vibrant markets, and experience the city’s rich heritage.
- Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - Bangalore KR Market - The Summer Palace of Tipu is a fascinating structure with teak pillars and frescoes. The Palace captures key milestones in Tipu’s life including his early life, economic and social reforms undertaken by him, his victories and eventual defeat as well
- Kote Venkataramana Temple - We visit the…
- Tipu Sultan Fort and Palace - Bangalore KR Market - The Summer Palace of Tipu is a fascinating structure with teak pillars and frescoes. The Palace captures key milestones in Tipu’s life including his early life, economic and social reforms undertaken by him, his victories and eventual defeat as well
- Kote Venkataramana Temple - We visit the magnificent Kote Venkataraman Temple. Built in the 17th century this temple follows an architecture style which is a fusion of Dravidian and Vijayanagar elements. This temple provided the setting for the treasure hunt in the book Riddle of the Seventh Stone.
- Bangalore Fort - Built-in 1537 by Kempe Gowda the founder of Bangalore as a mud fort, it was reinforced with stone by Tipu’s father Hyder Ali in 1761. We will talk about how the fort played a role in the Anglo Mysore wars between Tipu and the British forces led by the legendary Lord Cornwallis.
- KR Market - This is one of the busiest and most famous markets in Bangalore. The bustling market is a riot of colors and acts as a nerve center for small traders and shop owners. We will visit the Flower, Fruits and Spice markets..
- Chickpet - Brnze bazaar caters to any one looking for statues and artifacts made of Bronze. It’s a mesmerizing view to look at thousands of statues of gods, men and objects
We walk to the business hub for gold, silver, beads and stones like jade and emerald. It’s a haven for shoppers looking for any types of jewelry. Like kundan Sets, handmade jewelry, antique and temple Jewelry.
Our next destination is a bazaar famous for textiles and specifically for Silk Sarees. Silk Sarees are a cultural icon in South India. Ranging in length from 6-9 yards, these Sarees are worn by women during auspicious occasions like a wedding or a birthday.
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Pete Walk offers an immersive cultural experience in Bangalore, allowing participants to rediscover the essence of old Bangalore through its Petes or Pettahs. The Pettah originated in 1537 with the construction of a mud fort by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. Over the past 250 years, the Pettah has transformed into Bangalore’s most significant…
Pete Walk offers an immersive cultural experience in Bangalore, allowing participants to rediscover the essence of old Bangalore through its Petes or Pettahs. The Pettah originated in 1537 with the construction of a mud fort by Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore. Over the past 250 years, the Pettah has transformed into Bangalore’s most significant commercial hub. Stroll through charming bazaars offering a variety of goods, from textiles to silver, gold, spices, flowers, and bronze items, to truly experience Bangalore’s oldest settlement.
The company is dedicated to empowering local communities. It provides training and employment for local guides and supports local businesses, ensuring that travel expenditures benefit the local economy. The guide will be pleased to discuss the community initiatives undertaken by the company.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
