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tell something about Visveswaraiah Industrial and Technological Museum

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:35 AM on November 10, 2008

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Hi Lata, Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum VITM (VITM) is a museum in Bangalore, India. Its management comes under the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Government of India.

The museum was instituted as part of the centenary celebrations of the engineer-statesman Sir M. Visvesvaraya (1861–1962). It was handed over to the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in 1962. In 1978 when National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) was formed, Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum became its southern head quarters. The Council has a chain of 28 centers spread all over India. The objective of the Council is to popularize science through interactive exhibits.

Visvesvaraya Museum is not a 'museum' in its classical sense, because it has interactive exhibits unlike stationary models of a museum. It is more of a "Science center".

For more information please check the below link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki /Visvesvaraya_Industrial_And_Techno logical_Museum

Answered at 4:21 PM on November 30, 2008

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tell about The Nehru Planetarium in mumbai ?

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:33 AM on November 10, 2008

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Hi Lata, Nehru Centre was conceived in 1972, not as a mute memorial, but as living testament and monument of faith in Jawaharlal Nehru's vision of man, his compassion for humanity, his concern for humanbeings and his undying passion to lift them to the greatest and highest purpose.

The planetarium was only the first phase of an ambitious memorial that truly reflects the awe inspiring spirit of a man who meant so much to three generations of Indians and which continues to inspire the present generation.

The address is :
Nehru Centre
Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli, Mumbai - 400018
India

Tel : 91 22 2496 4676 - 80
Fax : 91 22 2497 3827

For more information please check the below link:
http://www.nehru-centre.org/

Answered at 4:18 PM on November 30, 2008

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tell about Shiva Statue ( famous) in bang

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:32 AM on November 10, 2008

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Hi Lata, The Shiva Statue is 65 feet. It is located on the Airport Road just behind Kemp Fort. The statue depicts Lord Shiva who is seated in Padmashan or Lotus position. This is the largest Shiva statue in India.

The background has been made to look as if it is Kailash. The River Ganga flows from the entangled rocks. The statute looks majestic during the night when it is lighted.

The whole area and the statue give the visitors a picture which clearly depicts the fabulous fable which is related to it.

Answered at 4:15 PM on November 30, 2008

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tell about Channapatna in banglore

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:31 AM on November 10, 2008

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Hi Lata, Channapatna taluk comes under Bangalore rural district. Its headquarters is located in Bangalore-Mysore highway. The total geographical area of the taluk is 53,587 hectares. It has three hoblies, namely:

1) Kasaba

2) Malur

3) Virupakshapura

The total number of grama panchayaths in the taluk are 32. The taluk is famous for toys. World wide market is available for this toys which are manufactured by traditional as well as advanced industries. It is also involved in twisting of raw silk and manufacturing silk and coconut is a major product of the taluk. Various other activities are also carried out here by rural artisans for likelihood namely carpenting, Dhobi, Blacksmithy, Stone crushers etc. It has also pocessed the Kanva reservior which has got a siphon principle to make flow of excess water.

CHANNAPATNA situated on the state highway (60 km from Bangalore ) is one of the considerably old towns. In early 1873, Channapatna was the sub-taluk under Closepet (Ramanagaram) and in 1892 it was made a centre of full-fledged taluk and Closepet became a sub-taluk under Channapatna. One damaged Tamil record (now missing) found on the sluice of Ramannanakere approximately dating back to 1100 A.D. mentions that the sluice and cistern were constructed by one Choila official Kalumalam Vedu Appanai, a merchant residing at Siriya- Malavur. All other detils are lost (Cp 35). But the earliest mention of the place is in a Vijaayanagara record from neighbouring village Krishnapura date 1387 A.D., where there is a reference 'Channapattana Rajya'. It is locally said that in olden days, the place was also called 'Chandapura', out there is no epigraphical evidence to this view.

Fore more information please check the below link:
http://bangalorerural.nic.in /channapatna.htm

Answered at 4:04 PM on November 30, 2008

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where is Venkatappa Art Gallery

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:31 AM on November 10, 2008

Amit Suri's Answer

Hi Lata, There are many art galleries in Bangalore. But every art lover should definitely visit Venkatappa art gallery for maximum satisfaction. The gallery has about 600 paintings, which are on display throughout the year. On the ground floor, the paintings of K.Venkatappa, born in 1887 to a family of court painters, are on display. His works include a panoramic view of the Ooty Lake, view from Church Hill - Ooty, Nilgiri Mountains, Kodaikanal, Sunrise in Ooty, a painting on Monsoon and various other sketches.
On the first floor, the works of M. F. Hussain, Vasudev, Hanumaiah, Hariram, Rekha Rao, Yusuf Arakkal and N. S. Bendre along with various other artists are displayed. On the same floor is a section dedicated to C. P. Rajaram's exquisite wood carvings. This floor is also available for exhibiting work by other artists.
The second floor is solely dedicated to K.K Hebbar - the "Hebbar Section". His paintings on the elements are titled Vayu, Jala, Prithivi, Sea Shore, In Space, Nagamandala, Agni, Last Gllimpse and Death. It also includes numerous sketches labeled Japan, Bali village, Mother and so on.

The address is :

Venkatappa Art Gallery
Kasturba Road
Bangalore G.P.O.
Bangalore-560001
Landmark: Near BPL Towers, Venkatappa Art Gallery
Phone: 080-22864483

Answered at 4:11 PM on November 30, 2008

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where is Hesaraghatta Lake

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:29 AM on November 10, 2008

Amit Suri's Answer

Hi Lata, Hesaraghatta Lake is a manmade reservoir located 18 km to the northeast of Bangalore in Karnataka state, India. It is a fresh water lake created in the year 1894 across the Arkavathy River to meet the drinking water needs of the city. Sir.K.Seshadri Iyer, the then Dewan of erstwhile Mysore state and the then Chief Engineer of Mysore, M.C.Hutchins, planned to build the scheme called the “Chamarajendra Water Works” to store a three-years' water supply to the city.

For more information please check the below website :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He saraghatta_Lake

Answered at 4:01 PM on November 30, 2008

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i need a contact mail id and a phone number of virgin atlantic airways especially hr manager and head office and recruitment team

Asked by mohan raj in Bangalore at 8:02 PM on August 29, 2008

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Hi Mohan,Please visit the website for Vrigin atlantic and talk with the customer care they will be able to help you and can provide the number of the HR manager and head office recruitment team.

http://www.virgin-atlantic .com/en/us/customerrelations/contac t_us/phone.jsp

Answered at 5:24 PM on November 01, 2008

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tell me about Bangalore Palace?

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:28 AM on November 10, 2008

Amit Suri's Answer

Hi Lata, Bangalore Palace, inspired by the Windsor Castle, was built in 1887 AD by Chamaraja Wodeyar in Tudor-style. Standing in the heart of the city, the palace was earlier surrounded by beautiful gardens in the midst of a vast open area, which has reduced considerably today.

This unique edifice gives the impression of a piece of England's architecture in Bangalore. Largely constructed of wood, the Bangalore Palace is famous for its carving and paintings.

The structure has fortified towers and its interiors boast of elegant woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture, complete with Gothic windows, battlements and turrets.

An exquisite door panel at the entrance leads to grand settings inside. The interiors have breathtaking floral motifs, cornices, mouldings and relief paintings on its ceiling.

It is said that the construction cost of this exquisite palace was just over Rs 1 lakh. The huge 45,000 sq. feet mansion on which the palace stands was originally owned by Reverend Garret.
The palace ground, located between Jayamahal and Sadashivanagar areas, has now become the venue for various exhibitions, concerts and cultural programmes.

Answered at 3:51 PM on November 30, 2008

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something about ISKCON Temple

Asked by lata menon in Bangalore at 10:29 AM on November 10, 2008

Amit Suri's Answer

Hi Lata, Sri Sri Radha Krishna Chandra Temple is accredited for having the ISKCON's largest temple complex in the world. Being made by the Iskcon cult, the magnificent shrine is commonly known as Iskcon Temple. Located on west of Chord Road in Bangalore, the colossal shrine sprawls on seven-acres of 'Hare Krishna Hill'. This outstanding temple is one amongst the best shrines constructed by the ISKCON. Iskcon Temple can be reached easily by taking regular buses, local vehicles or by hiring taxis from the city of Bangalore.

The huge shrine was started under the global project of ISKCON to memorialize the birthday of its founder, Sri Prabhupada. In May 1997, Bangalore Iskcon Temple was inaugurated by Mr. Shankar Dayal Sharma (former President of India). Ever since, the temple has been visited by far more than 5.1 million visitors. In the vein of other Iskcon Temples round the World, the shrine is mainly dedicated to Radha-Krishna.

Answered at 3:57 PM on November 30, 2008

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Any good couple hang outs in Bangalore? Its my birthday and I want to spend the day alone with my girl friend at some exotic place.

Asked by Dheela in Bangalore at 8:22 PM on October 02, 2008

Amit Suri's Answer

Hi Dheela,Bangalore being the most happening place in India, You can find many good places to visit. The best places to visit are Brigade road and MG road in Bangalore. There are lots of shopping complex,discos and Pubs there and you will be able to enjoy a lot at these places.
Some of the best tourist places are :
1. Vidhana Soudha:
A magnificent building of the Neo-Dravidian style ,houses the State Legislature. It was conceived and executed by Kengal.
2. Attara Kacheri (High Court):
"Eighteen offices" is the literal meaning of this very elegant two storied building facing Vidhana far from there is the sprawling Cubbon Park, Vishveshwarajap Museum of Science and Technology and Venkatappa Art Gallery.
3. Lalbagh Gardens:
This expanse of greenery is one of India's most beautiful botanical gardens. It was laid out by Hyder Ali and Tippu Sultan in the 18th century, Within the Gardens there is a beautiful lake with a water spread area of 1.5 Sq.Kms dotted with picturesque tiny islands. It is a good picnic spot.
4. Cubbon Park:
This beautiful park, which spreads over 300 acres in the heart of the city, serves as the lung space of the evergrowing Banglore city. Designed by Lt. General Sir Mark Cubbon, in 1864, is dotted with beautiful statues, flowering trees, fountains and a library its midst.
5. The Government Museum:
One of the oldest museums in the country, established in 1886, has a unique collection of sculptures, inscriptions, paintings, icons and also some relics from Mohenjodaro.

Answered at 5:18 PM on November 01, 2008

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