Conference Venue:
Lecture Hall - 5, New Physical Sciences building, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru.
Google location: Centre for High Energy Physics (CHEP)
It is close to the "D" gate or the Mathikere gate. It is just opposite to the new Chemistry Building and close to the Biological Sciences building and Aerospace Department building. Please note that the distance between IISc main gate (which is different from the "D" gate) and the New Physical Science building is approximately 1.5 km.
Note: There is no separate building for the Centre for High Energy Physics, as this centre is housed in the same building as the Physics Department.
How to reach CHEP, IISc
Bengaluru is connected by air, rail and road to all the metros and most major cities of the country. Also, one can fly directly to Bengaluru from several airports.
If you fly to Bengaluru:
Note: Bengaluru airport has two terminals- T1 and T2. T2 just started a few weeks ago. If you happen to land at T2, just take the free of cost shuttle bus that brings one to the T1, from where the local transportation is very streamlined as detailed below.
Note: IISc is known as ‘Tata Institute’ locally.
Taxi
Taxi services are available at the exit of the departure terminal. Metered taxis are also available just outside the terminal on the kerb. You are encouraged to take the metered taxis on the kerb side or Ola/Uber, other than those from counters like Akbar's. Approximate fares to IISc are between ₹1100 to ₹1500.
Bus:
Air conditioned buses to IISc are available from the airport and ticket charges are about ₹300. Go to the airport bus stop and board the KIA-10 bus. Ask the conductor to drop you at ‘Tata Institute’. You will be dropped at the IISc main gate.
If you arrive by rail:
Bengaluru is connected to all major Indian cities by rail.
Yeshwanthpur railway station: It is the closest railway station to IISc (approx. 2 km). One can hire an auto-rickshaw or an Ola/Uber etc. to reach IISc campus. Approximate cost is ₹100.
KSR Railway station: This is the most prominent railway station in Bengaluru. It is around 7 km from IISc campus. You can easily get an auto-rickshaw, an Ola/Uber taxi or a prepaid taxi from here. Approximate cost is 200.
SMVT Railway Station: If you happen to come at the SVMT Railway station, you can easily get an auto, Ola/Uber taxi or a prepaid taxi fromthere to reach IISc. The cost should be around ₹500-₹700.
Another option is to walk from the railway station to the ‘Majestic bus stand’ through the underpass that connects these two. From the majestic bus stand, you can reach platform number 22. From here, you can get a bus for ‘Tata Institute’ at a frequency of every two minutes.
Accommodation
Directions to reach RRI Guest House
RRI is in Sadashivanagar in the northern part of Bangalore. It is situated on C.V. Raman Avenue connecting Mekhri Circle (pronounced as 'Make-ree' circle) and the Indian Institute of Science (popularly known as the ‘Tata Institute').Location : https://maps.app.goo.gl/FZGgVmt1g12uNyqk9
Directions to Centenary Visitors House (CVH)
You can enter IISc either through the main gate or D gate. Please see map below to reach the CVH from the two respective gates. Please note that entry from the gate next to the Ramaiah Hospital on the New BEL Road (closest to CVH) is not allowed for visitors. Dining facilities are available at CVH on a payment basis.
Here is a link to the campus map: Map of IISc with Guest Houses, Venue and relevant gates
Walking directions to venue are marked in the map in Cyan colour.
FOOD:
Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided during breaks. Lunch will be available on all three days of the conference (August 22nd-24th), and dinner will be provided on Friday, August 22nd, and Saturday, August 23rd.
Some in-campus options for participants staying on the IISc campus for their meals are:
• Nesara - Near Hoysala Guest House
• Vayu Vihar - Behind the Aerospace Department, along the same road as New Physical Sciences building
• Sarvam Complex - Close to student’s hostels
• Kabini Canteen - Besides Nesara Restaurant
Weather:
The weather in Bengaluru is currently cool and pleasant, with temperatures ranging 16℃ to 22℃. As frequent showers are expected, an umbrella or a light rain jacket will be very useful. A light sweater or jacket is also recommended for the cooler evenings. Additionally, mosquito repellent is highly advised.
