Famous Tourist attractions of Karnataka are as follows:
Bangalore - The City of Gardens
Bangalore (now called as Bangaluru), which is the capital of Karnataka, is the fifth biggest city in India. It is also known as “Silicon Valley of India” because of its advancement in the IT Industry. Bangalore is also famous for its yoga centers. Bangalore is famous hub of education centers and students from all over the World dream to acquire education from these. The Bangalore city is also very renowned for its happening nightlife.
Mysore - The Home of Chamundeshwari
Mysore city is also known as the City Of Palaces. There are also a large number of buildings built by the Royalty. There are many other tourist attractions that one should not miss in Mysore city. One of the famous spots is the Chamundeshwari Temple and Chamundi Hills. The Mysore Palace, is in saracenic style and has a unique fusion of both Muslim as well as Hindu. The KRS dam and the Brindavan Gardens are worth a visit. Also, there are three lakes that have become a destination for migratory birds in lush green surroundings that are soothing and make a memorable visit. The Mysore Zoo is the oldest Zoo of the country and had been set up by a Maharaja Chamaraja Wodeyar in late nineteenth century. The Philomena Church is at a height of 175 ft is a remarkable structure.
Hampi - The World Heritage Site
Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near Hospet. Hampi is charismatic even in its ruined state. It attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. Vast stretches of boulder-strewn hills make the backdrop of Hampi unique. Tourist spots include Virupaksha Temple, Hampi bazaar, Vittal temple, Archeological Museum at Kamalapuram and many more.
Hospet
Being just thirteen kilometers away from the World Heritage Site Hampi, Hospet acts as a base for the tourists for the Vijayanagar’s ruins at Hampi. Here, one can opt for one of the day-long sight-seeing tours of the Tungabhadra dam and Hampi. Hospet is situated at a 325 kilometers from Bangalore. The town of Chitradurga is a must visit for all the tourists to Hospet. Also, do not miss the Archaeological Museum, Jogimatti (it is one of the highest points in the area), Ankli Matha, Murugharajendra Matha and the Himavat Kedaya waterfall.