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Mayo Hall is an old, iconic structure made of brick and concrete in the memory of Lord Mayo, the 4th Viceroy of India located in the heart of Bangalore. This building is situated on the popular MG road in Bangalore city next to Public Utility Building and offers a panoramic view of the city's Parade grounds and Ulsoor Lake on one side, and the Bangalore Race Course and Brigade Grounds on the south. This structure has two floors and is known for its ornate furniture and architecture. adorned by chandeliers, Greek cornices, wooden floors, Tuscan columns, stone arches and beautiful furnishings; this old double storied building is a popular tourist attraction these days. Mayo Hall was the first of the many structures built in the memory of Lord Mayo across the country as later many more buildi