ABOUT BANGALORE

QUICK FACTS ABOUT BANGALORE

·         Bangalore also known as Bengaluru is the Capital of the Indian State of Karnataka.

·         India's third-largest city with an estimated population of 8,474,970 (2011).  
·         In a recent survey, conducted by the global HR consultancy Mercer, Bangalore was voted the most 

      livable city in India, beating Mumbai, Chennai, New Delhi and Kolkata

·         In terms of cleanliness, Bangalore ranks 12th in India.

  SOBRIQUETS

·         Garden City of India

·         Silicon Valley of India

·         Silicon Valley of India

·         Pensioners' Paradise

·         IT capital of India

·         Pub city

     CLIMATE

·         Unlike other parts of India which are extremely hot in the summer months, Bangalore enjoys a relatively         mild climate year round.

·         Summer - February to May (peak temperature is during April and May)

·         Monsoon - June to October (the heaviest rains are typically between June and August)

·         Winter - November to January (with December being the coldest month)

·         Summer temperatures can reach up to 36°C (97°F) and early morning temperatures in the winter hovers 
      around 12°C (54°F).

•   Being the capital of Karnataka, the official language in Bangalore is Kannada. However, most people are also able to speak Hindi, Urdu or English. Other Indian languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Marathi, Tulu, and Konkani are also spoken by the respective migrant communities

    

vCultural life in Bangalore is intertwined with the diversity of its populace.

vBangalore has its own traditional festivals like Dussehra, Deepavali, Ganesh Chaturthi&

Ugadi.

v  Dussehra is the national festival of Karnataka, which symbolizes the triumph of truth. A conventional commemorative characteristic of the erstwhile Mysore Kingdom, this festival has got great significance on the Kannadiga population in Bangalore

v  Other festivals like Sankranthi, Eid-ul-Fitr and Christmas are also celebrated with great fervor.

v  Bangalore is the hub of the Kannada film industry where more than fifty films are releasing every year. Apart from the Sandalwood (the nickname of Kannada film industry), this city houses numerous concerts and classical performances of veteran artists

v  The Software professionals working for multinational companies, the city witnesses the influence of western culture. Most of the crowds are in their mid twenties with pubs, discotheques and partying a vital part of their weekends.

v  This has paved way for a new culture and that is why the city is regarded as a fast developing metropolis.

FOOD

vSince time immemorial, Bangalore has received populace from all parts of India, naturally the food habits of the people show the influence of all cuisines

v  Like every other state, Karnataka has its own special dishes and culinary basics. Desserts form an incredible part of traditional Kannada feast. Some of the trendy saccharine dishes of Karnataka are Mysore Pak, Dharwad Peda, Chiroti, Obbattu Gokak, Kardantu and Shavige Payasa.

vBangalore provides you with an array of standard hotels and restaurants where you would get South Indian, North Indian, Chinese, Thai, Japanese or the Continental varieties.

vA perfect location for food lovers, Bangalore provides a galore of alternatives to the visitors. From the posh star hotels to the roadside restaurants, travelers are offered with a wide variety to suit every palate & pocket.

vFrom the crispy dosas along with spicy sambhar in the local food joints to the comfort of air-conditioned luxurious hotels, the city offers something for every visitor.

PLACES OF INTEREST IN AND AROUND BANGALORE:

v  VIDHAN SOUDHA   

PARKS

Lal Bagh

• Lal Bagh is a botanical garden, commissioned by the Hyder Ali in 1760. The 240-acre (0.97 km²) park is home to over 1000 species of flora and a Glass House. The park is known for its annual flower show. The garden surrounds one of the towers erected by the founder of Bangalore, Kempe Gowda I. The Lal Bagh Rock, dates back to 3000 million years, is another attraction.

Cubbon Park

• Cubbon Park is located in the heart of the city and spreads over 300 acres (1.2 km2). The park was created in 1884, by Major General Richard Sankey. The park is home to numerous trees and plants that span over 68 general and 96 species. The park is also known for its kids train.

HISTORICAL MONUMENTS:

Bangalore Fort

• Cubbon Park is located in the heart of the city and spreads over 300 acres (1.2 km2). The park was created in 1884, by Major General Richard Sankey. The park is home to numerous trees and plants that span over 68 general and 96 species. The park is also known for its kids train.

HISTORICAL MONUMENTS:

Bangalore Fort

• Bangalore Fort originally built by Kempe Gowda in 1537 A D. It is located next to the Victoria Hospital Gate in the K.R Market area.
• It was a stronghold of Tipu Sultan that was captured by the army of the British East India Company led by Lord Cornwallis on 21 March 1791 during the Third Mysore War (1790–1792).
• Only the Delhi gate of the fort presently exists on Krishnarajendra Road bearing a marble plaque recording the spot where a breach in the fort wall delivered Bangalore Fort to the British.
• There also exists a wooden palace of Tipu sultan, and his armory in the old fort area. The fort has provided the setting for the treasure hunt in the book Riddle of the Seventh Stone.

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

• Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace was built in 1791, is a two-storied ornate wooden structure with exquisitely carved pillars, arches and balconies. It houses a museum that contains artifacts relating to the Hyder-Tipu regime.
• Bangalore Palace (1862) is located near Mekhri Circle and Cantonment Railway station and is built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England.
• Mayo Hall was designed in memory of the Lord Mayo and is regarded as one of the finest designs of British architecture.

Bangalore Palace

v  Bangalore Palace (1862) is located near Mekhri Circle and Cantonment Railway station and is built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England.

v  Built in the year 1887 by Wodeyar dynasty, it is adorned with magnificent woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture on the inside.

v   Infact, the palace is quite similar to the medieval castles that were built in Normandy and England. The Windsor Castle of London left a great impression on King Chamaraja Wodeyar of Wodeyar dynasty, on one of his trips to England. Inspired by the Tudor style architecture, he got the Bangalore Palace built in the city.

v  There are also a number of paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, a renowned artist in the palace.

v  The inner walls of the Bangalore Palace are also festooned with paintings belonging to the mid-19th century

v  The other attractions of the palace include a dining table of the Diwan of Mysore, Sir Mirza Ismail.

SHOPPING

v  Handicrafts, which boast of the ethnicity of the city are a hot favorite among visitors. For sandalwood products the Kaveri Emporium on the edge of the bustling Brigade road is your best bet.

v  Silk saris are another popular buy in the region famed for its silk weaving, from the traditional banarasi silk, to the native Mysore silk sari, traditional kantha embroidery; there is something available to match everyone's choice.

v  Commercial Street, Brigade Road, Jayanagar Shopping Complex, Koramangala, Jayachamarajendra Road and Russell Market are the main shopping centers.

The Big Banyan Tree – A Great Picnic Spot in Bangalore

vThe Big Banyan Tree (Dodda Alada Mara in Kannada) is a huge banyan tree that has an amazing charm of its own. It is a natural wonder and is a popular choice among the tourist destinations of Bangalore. The giant tree is located at Ramohalli. The specialty of the tree is that it is 400 years old.

Top 5 trekking places around Bangalore

vCHIKMAGALUR

§  Crowned by the Chandrodana range, decorated with waterfalls seeped in history, exotic rose gardens, and magnificent cave temples and challenging trek paths beckoning you, the Baba Budan hills in Chikmagalur are ever inviting the hungry traveler.

§  It’s the Mullayanagiri peak of Baba Budan that has created history as one of the highest peaks in India. With kurinji flowers decorating either side of its serpentine trek paths leading to its 6,330 feet high peak, Mullayanagiri is a paradise for trekkers.

§  The Gada Thirtha, Nallikayi Thirtha and Kamana Thirtha waterfalls come crashing down the sides of Baba Budan Giri, offering a perfect performance for that nature lover in you!

v Coorg

Talk of Coorg and your mind’s eye pictures plantations kissed by passing clouds. But did you know that Coorg offers a zillion trekking trails that run through thickly wooded forests, leading you to heights that you would never want to return from?

Trek atop the highest peak of Coorg at Thadiyandamol and watch the Arabian Sea spread out like a blue-green carpet. Climb the Pushpagiri and Subramanya hills, camp at the summit and watch the rising sun turn the hills purple, then lush green. Trek through jungles and plantations to Iruppu and Abbey falls, and get a great dose of nature than you can ever digest at Nagarhole.

v SHIMOGA

Standing high on Kodachadri peak and watching the Arabian Sea turn into a dazzling golden shade, then red and slowly embracing the evening sun in its waters is something you must experience in a lifetime. The perfect way to enjoy this exhilarating experience is to trek up 1,343 meters to Kodachadri in Shimoga.A perfect escape from the humdrum of city life, Kodachadri is a beatific hill that offers a panoramic view of the Western Ghats.

The trek up Kodachadri is challenging, but rappel down its perpendicular slope on the western side for the ultimate thrill. Heighten the thrill meter by taking the dicey mud track that passes through a dense jungle and leads to Agastya Thirtha, a rivulet that runs a little below the summit. But ensure you trek to this rivulet in broad daylight or you may lose your way. Laden with sunset spots, trek trails, lakes and mountains is Agumbe, the Cheerapunji of Karnataka.

And then, of course, is the magnificent Jog Falls. But for those who love the chirping of birds, trek to Mandagadde and Guduvi bird sanctuaries to watch birds thrive in their natural habitat. History speaks in all glory through beautiful architecture at Bhadravati, Kuppalli, Sigandur and Kudali Sangama. So trek through the pages of the past with rivers winding around gurgling with pride of living through glorious times.

v KUDREMUKH

Clothed in grass and rich in orchid ensembles, the hills of Kudremukh have narrow strips of forestland that provide the perfect vistas for trekkers. Choose from the 13 trekking trails of Kudremukh varying in difficulty to suit your ability.

After all, conquering the horse face is no joke! Practice on the easier paths, and graduate to trek 60-km from Navoor to Kudremukh, via Hevala. This five-day journey is filled with excitement, what with animals like gaurs, bonnet macaques, sambars and languor giving your cameras those prized poses. If you wish to trek in Kudremukh between October and May, ensure you visit the Hanumana Gundi falls. Reaching this falls is no joke. Trek through woods with birds entertaining you all the way and be welcomed by the 100-feet high waterfall!

v DANDELI

Climb the steep Sahyadri cliffs of Dandeli and rapple down the rocky sides of these 300-feet high monolith granite Syntheri rocks. Situated on the banks of River Kalindi, Dandeli is a breathtaking creation of nature offering challenging rock-climbing slopes, dark, damp and tunneled Cavla caves set deep inside the jungles, forest trek trails with animals and birds crossing your path in tranquility and nature walks through bamboo and teak woods.

Signed off by Nature, Moolangi in Dandeli is clothed in dense bamboo thickets and makes for a perfect backpacking spot. Trek into its heart, set up a camp, light a camp fire, cook a barbeque and live in harmony with the wild here. Then set off to Siroly peak to watch colorful hornbills gliding through the bright blue sky, and the rain forests carpeting the earth below. Then there are the inviting waterways of Dandeli. Relax in nature’s massage parlors in Jacuzzis created by gushing streams in the islands of Supa reservoir, and set off on a moonlight boat ride to watch the wild at night.

Thrill seekers, here’s more than you can ask for – croc trek in coracles that zip down crocodile-infested waters, canyon and waterfall rappel in the Sathkonda Canyon and white water raft down the Kali River! All set to pack and go but concerned about a perfect itinerary?

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