Statue of Edward VII, Bengaluru

Highlights

• Rare original colonial statue still at its original location
• Unveiled in 1919 by Viceroy Lord Chelmsford
• Set against a flowering frangipani tree
• Located at the junction of Queen's Road and Cubbon Road, near Cubbon Park

Religious Significance

This statue is a rare surviving example of colonial-era public monuments in India that remains at its original site. It reflects the civic pride of the Bangalore Civil and Military Station residents who funded it. The surrounding Queen's Park and nearby Cubbon Park add to its historical and aesthetic context.

Facilities

Basic facilities only; nearby Cubbon Park offers public amenities such as benches and walkways.

History

• •The statue was unveiled in November 1919 by Frederic John Napier, Baron Chelmsford, then Viceroy and Governor-General of India.
• •It was raised using funds contributed by the residents of the Bangalore Civil and Military Station.
• •Unlike many colonial statues that were relocated or removed after independence, this one has remained in place.

Travel Tips

• Combine your visit with a stroll through adjacent Cubbon Park.
• Carry water and sun protection as the area can get hot during the day.
• Be cautious of traffic when crossing near the junction.

Location

• •The statue is located in Queen's Park, adjacent to Cubbon Park, at the junction of Queen's Road and Cubbon Road in Bangalore Cantonment.
• •It is approximately 1 km from the heart of Bengaluru.

How to Reach

• •From Bengaluru city center, take a short auto-rickshaw or taxi ride to the junction of Queen's Road and Cubbon Road; the statue is within Queen's Park.
• •Alternatively, walk from Cubbon Park or use the nearby metro station (Cubbon Park) and proceed on foot.

Things to Do

Do's and Don'ts

• •Do respect the monument and its surroundings; avoid climbing on the statue or damaging the frangipani tree.
• •Do not litter or create noise that disturbs other visitors.
• •Photography is allowed, but be mindful of traffic and pedestrians at the busy junction.

Photography Rules

• •Photography is generally permitted; there are no specific restrictions for this open-air public monument.

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