Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace in Bengaluru is a great example of Indo-Islamic architecture that once served as the summer retreat of the Mysorean ruler. Begun by Hyder Ali in 1781 and completed under Tipu Sultan in 1791, the palace later housed the British secretariat before it was relocated to Attara Kacheri in 1868.
Now maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, it stands in the heart of Old Bangalore as a historic, protected monument and landmark. We are delighted to have received permission from ASI to draw at this location.
How to join this session
You don’t need artistic skill to participate in this event – just boundless curiosity and a love for drawing. To connect with other participants, please use our community on Discord.
Registration is not needed to attend the event, however if this is your first time please register here
Rules at this protected monument
- No large easels, drawing boards, tripods, chairs – these are not allowed within the Monument.
- No wet media allowed within the pillared structure.
- If you use paints or inks, be sure to not litter or spill. If by mistake you do, please inform the community to help you address it.
- Be mindful to not block the walking paths.
- Entry ticket can be bought online here or at location
- Please carry valid ID cards
Things to carry for this session
- A sketchbook/paper/drawing surface
- Pencils or any medium you would like to try out
- A portable mat. If the location has no seating, we tend to sit on the ground, this location doesn’t allow chairs or stools.
- Water bottle and snacks
How to get there
- Follow the location map provided
- Closest metro station: KR Market ( 900m walk towards the Palace)