Lalbagh_2012


Visited Lalbagh this morning to see the flower show as part of Republic Day celebrations. This was also Lalbagh's 100 year of flower show!

The flower show was similar to previous years. I felt that flower show will be lot attractive for Independence Day (Aug 15) because it will be lot greener due to rainy season.

Few points for visitors who plan to visit show:

1. Parking is sufficient. No need to worry on this aspect which is one of the major concerns in Bangalore.
2. Food stalls for snacks and icecream are plenty. Only thing is, you should have the habit of eating out. Else, you might feel low on the hygiene front.
3. Crowd was huge as it was a weekend. Don't plan for a picnic during the show period (Jan 20-29th).
4. Crowd management is not the best. Need to adjust a bit.
5. If you are there for the first time with your camera, you will have lots to click!

Comments

Smi said…
It's so endearing to know its been a century of flower shows in good ol' Lalbagh.. You gotta share more pictures of the show!

P.S. Catching up on your blog after ages. How have you been, Shyam?:)
3:21 PM, February 07, 2012
Smi said…
It's so endearing to know its been a century of flower shows in good ol' Lalbagh.. You gotta share more pictures of the show!

P.S. Catching up on your blog after ages. How have you been, Shyam?:)
3:22 PM, February 07, 2012
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