Bengaluru - Silicon Valley of India
Popularly known as the ‘Silicon Valley of India’ or the ‘Garden City of India’, Bengaluru is one of the finest tourist cities of India. Bengaluru is a growing technical city and is one of the cleanest Indian cities. Tourists from across the globe visit and enjoy the many things that Bengaluru has to offer. Tech giants have developed their offices in the city, making it one of the most popular cities in India.
Things to do in Bengaluru
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Take long walks amidst the beauty of nature at Cubbon Park.
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Visit some of the largest malls in the city to satiate your hunger for shopping.
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Take blessings from the almighty by visiting the many temples located in and around the city.
Tourist attractions in Bengaluru
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Bangalore Palace - Completed in 1878 and spread over an area of 45,000 sq.ft., the majestic Bangalore Palace is one of the finest historical monuments in the city.
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Lal Bagh Botanical Garden - This botanical garden, located in the heart of the city features flora from French, Persian (Iranian) and Afghani origins.
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Cubbon Park is one of the biggest parks in South India and is one of the main tourist centres of Bengaluru. More than two thousand people visit the park on a daily basis.
Places to shop in Bengaluru
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Commercial Street is a one-stop destination for people who want to buy clothes, gift items, jewellery, and other items. One can also shop for the finest antiques and show-pieces on various shops in Commercial Street.
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MG Road, Chickpet or Vijaynagar are some other popular shopping destinations.
Best time to visit Bengaluru
Bengaluru experiences pleasant weather throughout the year. However, the winter months (October to February) are considered the best time to visit as the climate is temperate.
Modes of transport
Bengaluru is connected to major Indian cities and also some international cities by air.
To travel within the city, one can opt for buses, metro, private cabs and local trains.
Weather in Bengaluru
Summer season (March to June) becomes very harsh in some interior parts of the city. Monsoon season begins from late June and the city receives moderate rainfall. Winter season starts in late September to early October and is the most pleasant time of the year.
Airport in Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is the only airport in Bengaluru. It is located 35 km away from the city centre. IndiGo offers regular flights from this airport for those looking to travel from Bengaluru to Varanasi, Bhopal, Visakhapatnam or Belagavi.
Address : KIAL Rd, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560300
IATA code : BLR