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marcopolo123
January 21st, 2012, 04:03 PM
Bangalore Palace was built in 1862 and bought by Maharajah of Mysore, Chamraja Wodeyar. It was built by Rev. Garrett, who was the first Principal of the Central High School in Bangalore and has a stirking resemblance to the Windsor Palace of England.

The sprawling grounds surrounding the palace is today being used to host public events. Some of the bands who have perfromed here include Aerosmith, Metallica and Iron Maiden!

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(Royal Carriage)

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(Jockey weighing machine!)

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(Elephant Feet Seats)

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(The Grand Hall)

alexa007
January 25th, 2012, 10:03 AM
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Bangalore Palace, a palace located in the city of Bangalore, India, was built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England. It was built by Rev. Garrett, who was the first Principal of the Central High School in Bangalore, now known as Central College.