Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore

Name: Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath
Address: Kumara Krupa Rd, Bangalore, 560001, India
Telephone: +91 80 2226 1816

#94 among attractions in Bangalore

Museum, Art gallery, Art museum, Shopping

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Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Bangalore

Facts and practical information

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath is a visual art complex located in Bangalore. The complex has 18 galleries. 13 of these galleries carry a permanent collection of paintings, sculptures and folk art. The other galleries are rented out for exhibitions of works by artists of repute. The folk art collection showcases Mysore paintings and leather puppets. The Parishat runs the College of Fine Arts, a visual arts college. Each January, the Parishath organizes Chitra Santhe, a cultural event showcasing affordable art to the public. The motto of the event is "Art for All". ()

Local name: कर्नाटक चित्रकला परिषतCoordinates: 12°59'21"N, 77°34'51"E

Address

Kumara Krupa RdSampangirama NagarBangalore 560001 India

Contact

+91 80 2226 1816

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Day trips

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath open?

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath?

Nearby attractions include Gandhi Bhavan, Bangalore (3 min walk), NGMA, Bangalore (13 min walk), Palace Guttahalli, Bangalore (15 min walk), Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, Bangalore (17 min walk).

How to get to Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath by public transport?

The nearest stations to Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath:

Bus

Shivananda Stores • Lines: 169, 286A, 74, 79B, 79G, Kias9 (4 min walk)
RMS Sheshadripuram • Lines: 92E (11 min walk)

Metro

Mantri Square Sampige Road • Lines: Green (18 min walk)
Dr. B R Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha • Lines: Purple (27 min walk)

Train

Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna (28 min walk)
Bangalore Cantonment (31 min walk)