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Bangalore

Fast Facts
  • State – Karnataka
  • Famous as –
  • Language – Hindi, Kannada & English
  • Weather – Summer Average Max 33 °C, Average Min. 23°C Winter Average Max. 23°C Average Min 12°C
  • Best Time to Visit – October to March
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Overview

The capital of Karnataka, Bangalore (which changed its official name from Bangalore in November 2006) is a convenient gateway to the western half of the peninsula. Situated 930m (3,000ft) above sea level, it boasts a temperate, mild climate that’s noticeably cooler than that of the coast. 

History

The city derives its name from Benda Kaluru, “place of boiled beans”. It was originally founded in 1531 by a local chieftain, Kempe Gowda, who built a mud fortress here that was later extended by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. During the British Raj the pleasant climate made it a popular garrison town with attractive parks and gardens, and the summer capital of the Madras Presidency. 


How to Reach

By Train

Bangalore railway station is located in the heart of the city. Various trains from all over India come to Bangalore which includes Mysore express from Chennai, Karnataka Express from Delhi and Udyan express from Mumbai which covers many major cities in between. How to reach Bangalore becomes easy by these ways.

By Air

You can reach Bangalore via air at Bangalore International Airport which is located at a distance of 40 km from the city. From here you can take prepaid taxi services and bus services to reach the city. Many national and international flights lands on this airport making approachability of the city easy.

By Road

Bangalore city is connected via major national highways which connects various other cities to it. Buses from neighboring state run on regular bases to Bangalore and Bangalore bus stand also runs various buses to major cities of South India.