Bengaluru - A blend of urban and historic
Bengaluru, popularly known as the Silicon Valley of India, is a fine blend of the past with the present. The third-largest city in India is blessed with pleasant weather, beautiful parks and serene lakes. The city offers an endless array of things to do and see. Bengaluru has a rich mix of history, culture, architecture, spirituality, and natural beauty. So, what are you waiting for? Book your air tickets from Tirupati to Bengaluru at the earliest!
Things to do in Bengaluru
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Treat yourself to some fine cup of coffee at Third Wave Coffee Roasters, Maharaja Signal, Koramangala.
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Indulge in some delicious street food at VV Puram, the food street of Bengaluru.
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Visit the ISKCON Temple for a spiritual experience
Places to visit in Bengaluru
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Bangalore Palace: The Tudor style place built by Maharaja Chamarjendra Wadiyar in 1878. It is a prominent landmark of the city with Victorian style furniture and Gothic style stained glass windows. The palace is in Vasanth Nagar and stays open from 10 AM to 5:30 PM.
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Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace: The summer retreat of the former ruler of Mysore, the palace is known for its Indo-Islamic architecture.
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Nandi Hills: An amazing camping site, the place is a popular tourist destination during Christmas and New Year’s eve.
Places to shop in Bengaluru
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Commercial Street: Best for garments, sports goods, footwear and imitation jewellery.
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Chickpet: Oldest commercial district in Bengaluru. The place is famous for its silk sarees, gold and silver jewellery.
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Jayanagar 4th Block: Best for groceries, sweets, spices and decorative flowers.
Best time to visit in Bengaluru
Even though the city has something to offer to tourists each season, winters are the best time to explore the city. Christmas and New Year's Eve often attracts a large crowd from both in and around India. The weather remains cool in winter with an average temperature of 10 degrees Celsius.
Modes of transport in Bengaluru
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Auto rickshaws: The main mode of transport in the city are auto rickshaws. The tourists should insist on going by the meter to avoid high fares.
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Taxis: Cabs and taxis can be shared or hired to travel to major tourist destinations in the city. It is the most convenient mode of transport for tourists, especially if you are travelling in a large group.
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Buses: The BMTC (Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation) has regular buses connecting all major parts of the city and is also the most cost-effective means of transport in the city.
Weather in Bengaluru
Bengaluru enjoys pleasant weather conditions throughout the year. The weather remains neither too hot nor too cold, making the city a top favourite among the tourists.
Airports in Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport: It is the main airport serving the city and is in Devanahalli, about 35 km away from the city centre. It is also called the Bangalore International Airport. The airport has regular domestic flights connecting it to all major cities in the country. It is the third-busiest airport after Delhi and Mumbai.
IATA: BLR