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The
history of the Bangalore Club reflects both,
continuity and change. From the 1860’s when it
came into existence, the Club, which once balked at
Electricity, Telephones and the Motor Car, now
incorporates the very best of information technology
systems in its administration, to an ATP standard
tennis court.
The stately central building blends 19th century
notions of the empire and grandeur with 21st century
efficiency and vitality. The resplendent Mysore
room, reminiscent of the life style of the
Maharaja’s and the robust spirit of the
Gentlemen's bar; where the late Brigadier. R.C.R.
Hill, who, as President of the club, saw the
transition from colonialism to independence and from a Services to Civilian club, held court. The
modern Tennis, Squash and Badminton courts, the
Health club, Swimming pool, the completely renovated
library, now a century old, form a mosaic,
interspersed with green lawns, trees, shrubbery and
flowers in a 11 acre campus.
A world unto itself; one of graciousness and
elegance: history in the making. |