Karnataka's heritage blossoms at the Republic Day flower show in Lalbagh

This year's Republic Day flower show at Lal Bagh Botanical Garden honors Basavana, a 12th-century poet.

The annual show has attracted thousands of attendees. Exotic flowers and plants from other nations are on show.

In an attempt to showcase the city's 1,500-year-old history, the displays also include monuments of important figures from the state, making this visit quite educational.