LALBAGH

**LALBAGH **

Lalbagh Botanical Garden or simply Lalbagh (lit. 'red garden'), is a botanical garden in Bangalore, India, with an over 200-year history. First planned and laid out during the dalavaiship of King Hyder Ali, the garden was later managed under numerous British Superintendents before Indian Independence. It was responsible for the introduction and propagation of numerous ornamental plants as well as those of economic value. It also served a social function as a park and recreational space, with a central glass house dating from 1890 which was used for flower shows. In modern times, it hosts two flower shows coinciding with the week of Republic Day (26 January) and Independence Day (15 August). As an urban green space along with Cubbon Park, it is also home to numerous wild species of birds and other wildlife. The garden also has a lake adjoining a large rock on which a watchtower had been constructed during the reign of Kempegowda II.

FLOWER SHOW

The Lalbagh Flower Show was inspired by The Great Spring Show, an annual flower show held by the Royal Horticultural Society of England in the latter part of the nineteenth century. Prior to the construction of the Glass House in 1890, the flower exhibitions were staged at the bandstand. Since 1912, the Lalbagh Flower Show has been held twice a year, in the summer and winter. It quickly became one of the most anticipated events on the city's calendar, and it has kept its allure even over a hundred years later. The themed flower exhibitions, formerly known as the summer and winter shows, have been marking important days and national holidays such as Republic and Independence Day since 1951.Lalbagh is a prominent botanical garden in Bangalore. This garden is home to a diverse range of plants and animals. Various different bird species may be found here, including the Myna, Common Egret, parakeets, and Pond Heron. The Lalbagh Botanical Garden also features a glass house where the flower show takes place, an aquarium, and a lake, which contribute to the garden's attractiveness. Lalbagh boasts of having India's biggest collection of tropical plants.

GLASS HOUSE

The Lalbagh glass house conservatory at the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, of Bangalore - India. The foundation stone for the Glass House, modeled on London's Crystal Palace was laid on 1898.

LAKE

Lalbagh Lake is a spot of splendid beauty located in the heart of the city of Bangalore. The lake is situated at the southern end of the very famous Lalbagh Botanical Gardens that is well known for its exotic flora and is host to the world famous flower show. The lake is spread across an area of about 40 acres and has a maximum depth of 3.5 metres. The lake is a prime attraction for nature lovers as well as tourists.

Apart from being a prominent tourist attraction, the lake is also the source of water for the huge number of plants and trees of the Lalbagh Botanical Gardens.

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