Bannerghatta National Park: nature lovers can observe many kinds of animals in their natural habitat. The park is only 25kms away from the city centre and easily accessed by car. If you are lucky, you might be able to spot bison, lions, panthers and elephants wandering around the park. You will also find a crocodile farm and a snake farm. Cultural performances: throughout the summer months, Bangalore Palace hosts impressive cultural shows and stage performances. If you would rather spend an evening in your hotel, many of the top-hotels offer traditional dances with ladies in colourful costumes. Theatre-goers will be mesmerised by the talent of both actors and directors and many of the city’s theatres. If you have sensitive stomach, you should ask the waiter for a mild curry. Shopping: shopaholics will find a wide array of malls with all kinds of goods available. The most popular malls include The Forum, Garuda Mall and Bangalore Central which feature many brand-name products as well as local handicrafts. If you are looking for local souvenirs, Sampige road is the place to head and for electrical items, you will find many computer based markets in Bangalore. Clubbing: Bangalore is nicknamed ‘the Pub City of India’ and has many bars, pubs, clubs close at midnight on weekdays and close in the early hours at weekends. You can mingle with young professionals while dancing to the latest tunes to hit clubs. Beer lovers will be happy as Bangalore is home to the headquarters of United Breweries, makers of the popular Kingfisher Beer. | 
