Created Date: 29 November 2015

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About Bangalore
Bangalore or Bengaluru, popularly known as the Silicon Valley of India, is the capital city of the
South Indian state of Karnataka. Situated on the Deccan Plateau, in the south-eastern part of
the state, the city experiences a moderate climate.

History of Bangalore
From the 50s, this beautiful city of gardens, also known as the Garden City, with its temperate
climate, lovely bungalows, tree-lined broad avenues and laid back ambience was a pensioner's
paradise.
Bengaluru derives its name from the Kannada words benda kalluru, which means the land of
boiled beans. According to legend, Veera Ballara, the Hoysala king, once lost his way during a
hunting expedition. Wandering around, he met an old lady who gave him boiled beans to eat. In
order to show his gratitude, he named the place, Benda Kalluru. Some historians believe that
the name was derived from the benga or ven kai tree.
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Bangalore, as we know it today, was formed by Kempe Gowda. Formerly, Bangalore was ruled
by a number of rulers and dynasties, including the Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan. A
number of temples and monuments, which were built in the earlier days, are still a part of the
citys landscape. Major towns and subdivisions were formed during various rules. The city was
sold to the rulers in Mysore in the earlier days and was later in the hands of the British whose
rule continued till Independence.

People & Culture of Bangalore

Bangalore has always seen a very diverse population, especially since modern times. It is a
multi-cultural city permeating class, religion and language. Even though it is a cosmopolitan city,
Bangalore holds on to its traditional features. Major festivals like Dasara, Deepavali, Ugadi,
Sankranthi and Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated with great pomp and fervour. There are a lot
of festivals & events hosted in Bangalore like Karaga, Kadalekaye Parishe, Bangalore Habba,
Lalbagh Flower Show and more. Bangalore is also a centre of renowned colleges, academic
institutions, important central government establishments, scientific and research institutes and
organisations.
Bangalore has a very strong art and culture scene. It is home to various theatre groups; theatre
platforms like Rangashankara and Jagriti and numerous art galleries that showcase established
and emerging artists. Although Bangalore is a city rooted in tradition, it has a modern side to it.
The citys nightlife best reflects that. Various restaurants, lounge bars and pubs have been
mushrooming across the city. Also, as it is a major IT hub, the city also has a huge population of
expats.

Things to do in Bangalore
The city also comprises a number of attractions, among which are the two botanical gardens,
Lal Bagh (Glass House) and Cubbon Park. Other attractions include Tipu Sultans Palace,
Bangalore Palace, Nandi Hills, Bannerghatta National Park and Mayo Hall. Vidhana
Soudha, Visvesvaraya Museum, HAL Aerospace Museum, Bull Temple and ISKCON Temple
draw a large number of tourists. The city is also home to one of the countrys biggest malls Mantri Mall in Malleswaram.

Food & Shopping in Bangalore

There are two distinct facets to shopping in Bangalore. Areas like M.G. Road, Brigade Road
and Commercial Street are the lively places in the city and also paradise for shoppers. Apart
from street shopping, Bangalore has a number of malls that house national and international
clothes and accessories brands such as UB City, Mantri Mall and Garuda Mall among others.
These brands range from high-end fashion houses to affordable labels. On the other hand, the
old city has areas like Majestic, Chickpet and Cottonpet where a string of shops sell the most
affordable gadgets, textiles and other items.
Tourists have a host of food options to choose from when visiting Bangalore. The city has
innumerable Darshinis in every nook and corner where South Indian treats like idlis and dosas
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are offered. Bangalore also has a strong food culture, which is why it has restaurants serving
world cuisine, right from French to Vietnamese.

Travelling to Bangalore
Travellers can reach Bangalore from any destination in India by air, rail and road. The
Bangalore International Airport is connected with almost all major cities of the country and the
world. The city has three major railway stations Bangalore City Junction, Bangalore
Cantonment and Yeshwanthpur Junction. The city is also well connected by buses run by the
KSRTC and other private operators to regions within the state as well as neighbouring states.

Travelling within Bangalore

The best way to explore Bangalore is by public transport. For a more organised tour, tourists
can sign up for Bangalore holiday packages. The city has many Volvo buses too that ferry
passengers to different areas within the city. Tourists can go on a Bangalore Darshan
organised by the State Tourism Department where they will be shown all the major attractions of
the city. Local tour operators too organise such tours. Another option to travel within the city is
by auto rickshaw or by hiring a taxi. The city also has the new Metro which connects M.G. Road
to Byappanahalli, which itself has become a tourist hotspot.

Accommodation options in Bangalore

There are numerous hotels in Bangalore. Areas like MG Road, Old Airport Road or Ulsoor
have luxury hotels and suites. For more budget options, tourists can opt to stay in hotels near
residential areas like Whitefield, Jayanagar or even near the Bangalore Railway Station.
Another alternative is to book a number of service apartments located in localities like
Indiranagar, Kormangala and Residency Road among other areas.
Although, Bangalore is known for its pleasant weather throughout the year, winter is the best
time to visit Bangalore.

Information
State:
Karnataka
Famous for/as: City
Altitude:
920 M
Pincode:
560001
District:
Bangalore Urban
Language:
Kannada,Tulu
STD code:
080
Weather:
Summer 19 To 37C, Winter 15 To 32C

Featured review about Bangalore

Good city with good people-Namma Bengaluru
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"I was very fortunate to visit the Garden City of India in September 2015. We stayed in
Bangalore for 3 days. Well there's a lot to enjoy, to explore, lots to know about this city.
Bengaluru has a pleasant climate throughout the year, its best place to visit at any time during
year. It will be very good if we visit in summer. There are lot of temples in the city which has an
amazing sculptures and architecture. There is Nageshwar temple, Someshwar temple which
have been here from a long time. And the most interesting thing is Bull temple located near
Ramakrishna Matam has a Bull rock which goes on increasing year by year. As it is a fashion
city of India, you will be shocked that even at the age of 60's, 70's they will be looking with
fashion dresses and latest styles.
If you are a Shopoholic you must visit MG Road as well as the Brigade Road, Forum mall which
are full stunted with different types of brands n many more. Well if you decide to tour Bangaluru
never forget to visit the 'Lal bagh botanical gardens', 'Cubbon park' and also have a glimpse of
Vidhana Soudha da Shiva statue. Yeah as it is said Bengaluru is also the Pub capital of India,
so you can imagine there is a lot for night party lovers.
Being the leading IT Hub there is many employment opportunities. It is also one of the top 5
leading economic city. Ya! It just opens the door for many investors n business sectors. Yeah
'Namma Bengaluru' offers you everything you need, everything you desire for. Visit this Garden
city & yeah you will love it." - Sai Karthik, Bangalore, 2 weeks ago

Best Bangalore tour

"I was in Bangalore for 2 days with my family in November 2015. My interest was site seeing
and shopping. We stayed at Gandhinagar at hotel Monarch Himalaya booked online through
make my trip. Hotel was found good within budget discounted by Make my trip up to 50%.
We took Karnaka tourism air conditioner bus of Bangalore darshini at a price of rs 400 per seat
boarding from majestic bus station. The places covered Iscon, Vidhansabha, Tipu palace,
Lalbaug, Gangeshwar temple, Nandi temple, Vishveshwaraya temple etc. From 8. 45 am to 5.
30 pm. Shopping at govt shop for silk was very good and economical. It is half the cost of Nalli
sarees. Coty is very well managed, disciplined. Climate very good round the year." - Bimal
Bhayani, Baroda, 2 weeks ago

Exellent City to watch- Namma Bengaluru

"That was second time I visited Bangalore city and I am very excited from the beginning.
Actually I went there for my exam and I completed my exam in the day which I arrived and from
next day onwards I went to some place with my friends they lives in Bangalore only. I was there
for 3 days very less time but with in that time also I enjoyed so much. The next day of my exam
our journey was started at morning 8'o clock, we have taken bus passes for city bus its not that
much expensive and first we went to Zoo called Bannerghatta National Park, we reached there
around 10 o'clock and we enjoyed allot till evening, the food available at the zoo is very nice
and we went to some restaurant had some food and went to home to plan our tomorrows fun.
And in the next day we planned well and we started again at 8 o'clock and taken city bus
passes and we went to ISKON temple the temple was so good to see, there is some food
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available in the temple which is very nice, and we came out of temple after finishing our
Dharshan and we went to a mall called elements mall, there are so many shopping malls are
there in Bangalore you can enjoy in every mall but we did not visited that much malls because
we don't have time and we went to a movie after finishing movie we had some shopping in the
mall, the mall is so good, Finally I returned to Hyderabad that night with all that sweet memory's
and some beautiful pictures and selfies. The only thing is plan your vacation properly with
enough time then only you can visit more place. I don't have that much time to see more places
but with in the time we have I can say, I enjoyed so much and best Bangalore days of my life." Bhargav A, Ongole, 3 weeks ago

Bangalore, the garden city turned IT hub.

"The city is one of contrasts. Modern with traditional, commercial with historical. Those visiting
Bengaluru tend to club it with Mysore and then omit Bengaluru thinking there's nothing to see.
Really?
Bangalore palace, Cubbon park, Lalbagh, Vidhana Soudha, Ulsoor
anyway. But those with kids and those who still enjoy experimenting
the Vishweshwaraiah museum and importantly, don't hurry through
where kids can (adults too) can try and understand by themselves.
too on various topics.

lake, are things you'll see

with things, please do visit
it. Each floor has exhibits
It does have some shows

When in Bangalore, eat authentic south Indian cuisine with Bengaluru specialities like the
Bisibele bhat, and the madduru vade and golibajji. Bangalore's MTR is world famous, it's near
Lalbaug but if you are late, you find things on the menu finished. So do go as early as possible.
Bengaluru is the place to buy sandalwood or (if you can afford it) ivory stuff. Be cautious. Don't
buy anywhere except authorised outlets or you will be left behind with fakes sprayed with sandal
perfumes and Silks for ladies. Especially raw silk and art silk. Same caution here. Buy only in
authorised showrooms.
Bangalore has a distinction of bad public transport. If you can, book a cab for the whole day to
take you around, or if you cannot, take a local with you. Bangalore is cosmopolitan and don't
believe those who say that you can't manage if you don't know Kannada. English and Hindi are
both languages one can speak and be spoken to
Wonderful weather all year round, tradition mixed with modern is It's USP." - Archana
Hemmady, , Aug 10, 2015

IT City
"As you hear of the name Bangalore, it can be only thought as IT gaint. It has got most the of
the beautiful building including Leela Palace, BTP Tech Park. The architecture of Leela Palace
is mind blowing. The climate of Bangalore add additional value to the city and attract visitors
more. The transportation service of Bangalore is good but costly. It has got big big malls where
people can just stroll around and pass time. On the whole, Bangalore has got everything for an
interesting life style :)
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Food, sight-seeing and shopping: Dont miss the Bisi-bela bath served in Bangalore. The Gobi
Manchurian near Malleshwaram is mouth watery.
Leela Palace, Shiv Temple, Malleswaram Sanky Tank are the best places to go with family
inside city. Outside Bangalore city we have many lakes and cauvery delta which could be a
remember-able experience.
Central, Brigade road, Commercial Street are must visit places for shoppers
Activities & things to do: Snow Bowling, Disc, parks, lakes are the best activities in Bangalore.
Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: You can go by train. Road Transport is the best
way since the roads are constructed very good there." - Rajesh Joseph, Chennai, May 26,
2012
Read 602 Bangalore reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Top attractions in Bangalore recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1

Brigade Road

Type:
Street
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 455
Ratings: 5.57/7 (186 Reviews)
"THIS IS THE FAMOUS STREET IN BANGALORE EVERY ONE LIKES TO SEE IT VERY NICE
TO VISIT AND BETTER TO VISIT WITH FRIENDS THAN ALONE .iF MARRIED NA VISIT
WITH FAMILY" - Rama Krishna, Chengalpattu, 1 week ago
Lal Bagh
Type:
Park
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 2 Of 455
Ratings: 5.83/7 (162 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 06:00 To 19:00 , Saturday - 06:00 To 19:00 , Sunday - 06:00 To
19:00 , Public Holidays - 06:00 To 19:00
"It is like a rest place for people who are not interested in natural beauty. U have to spend a lot
of time if u want know in detail about the entire garden. Most preferable to go if some sort of
exhibitions of variety s of flowers ,plants ...." - Naveen Pati, Hyderabad, 3 days ago
2

Wonder La

Type:
Theme Park
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 3 Of 455
Ratings: 6.26/7 (92 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 11:00 To 18:00 , Saturday - 11:00 To 19:00 , Sunday - 11:00 To
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19:00 , Public Holidays - 11:00 To 19:00

"Actually i want to spent with my family, but i visited alone, our side people will advice to visit
wonder la it's good place, nearer this place very costly for one-day & one-night is to stay there
were." - Bijapur , Delhi, 2 weeks ago
Forum Mall
Type:
Mall
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 455
Ratings: 5.76/7 (81 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 10:00 To 23:00 , Saturday - 10:00 To 23:00 , Sunday - 10:00 To
23:00 , Public Holidays - 10:00 To 23:00
"Nice pls.... I would like to shopping all those things in this mall only.... Because all brands also
available in this mall and...... Nice attraction also.... I like p v r in this mall.... And all things so
much of fun and good... Very safe..." - Ranjan , Bangalore, 5 days ago
4

ISKCON Sri Radha Krishna-Chandra Mandir

Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 5 Of 455
Ratings: 6.28/7 (68 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 05:00 To 20:00 , Saturday - 05:00 To 20:00 , Sunday - 05:00 To
20:00 , Public Holidays - 05:00 To 20:00
"good temple to visit all facilities are available like food washroms, lockers etc and cameras are
allowed but taking photos is prohibited. baggage is not allowed " - Prashanth Kunati,
Hyderabad, 4 weeks ago
5

Bannerghatta National Park

Type:
National Park
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 6 Of 455
Ratings: 5.99/7 (58 Reviews)
Timings: Summer - 09:00 To 17:00 , Winter - 09:00 To 17:00
"Bannerghatta National Park is a must visit place on the outskirts of Bangalore. Located in
Bannerghatta one can find direct busses to the National Park which leaves people straight in
the parking area of the park. There is a huge botanical..." - Shikha Singh, Pune, Yesterday
7

Commercial Street

Type:
Street
Entry: Free
Ranked: 7 Of 455
Ratings: 5.96/7 (51 Reviews)
"it is very nice place. .its vry hall. in which so many foods place. like mc d and so many
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showroom like puma,adidas ,reebok,and so many. my experience is so good about it. very nice
street." - Jasmeet Singh, Bangalore, 1 month ago
Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Road
Type:
Street
Entry: Free
Ranked: 8 Of 455
Ratings: 5.77/7 (36 Reviews)
"MG road is the heart of Bengaluru. Many business houses, lots of shopping, very nice
restaurants (some of them offer authentic regional food)... all the makings of a nice metropolitan
city. Traffic is the only issue...." - Pradeep Bakshi, Ahmedabad, 3 months ago
8

Cubbon Park
Type:
Park
Entry: Free
Ranked: 9 Of 455
Ratings: 5.77/7 (29 Reviews)
"Simply fabulous.. so many experiences if one just keeps to oneself and stays tuned to nature.
Specially early morning in Bangalore weather this is exhilarating. At the same time this is the
city center indeed." - Shubhrasish Sen, New Delhi, 4 weeks ago
9

10 ISKCON

Bangalore, Sri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 10 Of 455
Ratings: 6.25/7 (24 Reviews)
"This is one of the important place to visit everybody in their lifetime. Its very peaceful and
beautiful place in bangalore. I visit this place every time when i go to bangalore. Dont miss this
place if u go to bangalore. Holidayiq is the..." - Pratheep narayanan , , 1 month ago

Popular hotels in Bangalore recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1

The Oberoi
Price:
Rs. 15,000 - 43,500
Ranked: 1 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.29/7 (91 Reviews)
Address: 37-39, MG Road
Bangalore
Phone: 080-25585858
Website: Www.oberoihotels.com
"The Oberoi is situated on MG road near metro station and 1MG mall. I visited
this hotel last week, every thing is very good like location,services, structure
etc.Excellent hotel to stay....Its very clean and having lot of place to enjoy. If

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you..." - Aqib Husain, , 6 days ago

Read 91 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
2

JW Marriott Hotel
Price:
Rs. 13,500 - 14,000
Ranked: 2 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.24/7 (63 Reviews)
Phone: 80-67189999
Website: Www.marriott.com
"The service and activities are excellent. The food is nice, provides original
mughlai cuisine. It is recommended place to visit if you are in agra. The entire
place is very extended, allowing external activities as well. We had visited for
our..." - Ayan mazumdar , Bangalore, 2 weeks ago
Read 63 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Vivanta by Taj MG Road

Price:
Rs. 11,000 - 15,300
Ranked: 3 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.04/7 (141 Reviews)
Address: 41/3, MG Road
Bangalore
Phone: 080-66604444
Website: Www.tajhotels.com
"It was a pleasant experience. Like most Taj hotels I stayed, this one also
managed to exceed expectation. A staff is very courteous and efficient - all are
well trained and speak good English language. I must tell this hotel is a great
place in..." - Atif Haider, Hyderabad, 1 week ago
Read 141 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Sheraton Bangalore At Brigade Gateway

Price:
Rs. 10,500 - 10,800
Ranked: 4 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.06/7 (73 Reviews)
Address: No: 26/1
Dr. Rajkumar Road
Malleswaram-Rajajinagar
Phone: 080-42521000
Website: Www.starwoodhotels.com/Sheraton
"Being beside the world trade centre and in such a relaxed mood is the best
feeling. It's so peaceful place to relax for a day . Plus the staff over here is so
friendly , to make you feel like you are always at home . Amaaazinnngggg place

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to stay ...." - Yatindra Singh, Bangalore, 6 days ago

Read 73 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
5

The Zuri
Price:
Rs. 10,000 - 30,000
Ranked: 5 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.1/7 (69 Reviews)
Address: Rajpalya, Hoodi
ITPL Road
Bangalore
Phone: 080-66657272
Website: Www.thezurihotels.com
"Excellent hotel with lovely staff and facility.Worth Staying in this hotel.Situated
in very good location.Breakfast was awesome.Room service was very
good.Staffs were very professional and..." - Raj kumar , , 4 days ago
Read 69 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com

Vivanta By Taj - Yeshwantpur

Price:
Rs. 19,500 - 42,000
Ranked: 6 Of 1675
Ratings: 5.94/7 (91 Reviews)
Address: No: 2275
Tumkur Road
Yeshwantpur
Phone: 080-66900111
Website: Www.vivantabytaj.com
"Taj is always the best place you can choose to stay, be it the service, food,
ambience, rooms, luxury, comfort, staff, they always have the best experience to
give. room service is excellent, swimming pool is very good and calm. Spa
experience was..." - Namit agrawal , Delhi, 1 week ago
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Taj West End

Price:
Rs. 15,700 - 240,000
Ranked: 7 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.11/7 (127 Reviews)
Address: Race Course Road,
Bangalore
Phone: 080-66605660
Website: Www.tajhotels.com
"Superb hotel with good facilities and there is lack of parking

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space,tiffins,breakfast, dinner, lunch ,everything is good

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wuwbeuw suwiwhehh whwjwjsjw ajwjwis wjwbebwiw wjwjejejs..." - Naveen
Thetakali, Bangalore, 3 weeks ago
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8

ITC Hotel Windsor Sheraton & Towers

Price:
Rs. 15,000 - 40,000
Ranked: 8 Of 1675
Ratings: 6.04/7 (89 Reviews)
Address: 25, Opp:Bangalore Golf Course,
Windsor Square, Sankey Road,
Bangalore
Phone: 080-22269898
Website: Www.itcwelcomgroup.in
"this place is like home away from home to me. i love everything here the
outside view the food , the service and location as well the outside place. i aslo
loved the way the people behave. you feel that you are home. a person who is
new to the..." - Samarth Nahata, Bangalore, 3 weeks ago
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Le Meridien
Price:
Rs. 8,000 - 22,000
Ranked: 9 Of 1675
Ratings: 6/7 (98 Reviews)
Address: 28,Sankey Road
P B No. 174
Bangalore
Phone: 080-22262233
Website: Www.lemeridien-Bangalore.com
"Value for money. Dark decor as the overall theme and the pungent food smell
in the corridors didn't help me. Very courteous staff and excellent service.
Ambience of restaurant was pedestrian with minimum food choice excellent
maintenance of..." - Wasim akram , Bangalore, 2 weeks ago
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10 24

Tech Hotel
Price:
Rs. 4,750 - 6,500
Ranked: 10 Of 1675
Ratings: 5.89/7 (67 Reviews)
Address: Sarjapur-Marathahalli Outer Ring Road,

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Kadubeesanahalli,
Bangalore
Phone: 080-22545100
Website: Www.twentyfourtechhotel.com
"We have enjoyed our stay. A very good room for a holiday away from city but
nearer to Indiranagar,CV Raman nagar etc. The food was good at the restuarnt.
The ambiance of the hotel was good. a nice place to spend time with
family.people who come..." - Manoharan kondath , , 3 weeks ago
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Best way to travel from Chennai to Bangalore

Bangalore is situated at a distance of 350 km from Chennai. Famous as the 'Garden City of
India' and noted for its Information Technology sector, Bangalore is connected to Chennai by
road, rail and air. However, the best way to reach Bangalore from Chennai is by road, a journey
of around 6 ? hours. The places covered between Chennai and Bangalore are Chennai - 40 km
-> Sriperumbudur - 60 km -> Walajapet - 42 km -> Vellore - 173 km -> Hosur - 45 km ->
Bangalore. There are several petrol pumps and ATMs on the way. Furthermore, there are
numerous restaurants, such as Krishna Vegetarian Restaurant on the route.

Transport options from Chennai to Bangalore

Chennai to Bangalore By Car: Hire a cab or rent a car to drive down to Bangalore, which takes
around 6 hours 30 minutes. Ideal for group travel, with senior citizens and kids. Approximate
cost of cab per kilometre is around INR 9 to 30 depending upon the type of the car.

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Chennai To Bangalore
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Hyderabad To Bangalore
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(841Km)
Delhi To Bangalore
(1749Km)
Pune To Bangalore
(739Km)
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(1558Km)
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(229Km)
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Bangalore weather
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Bengaluru is often referred to as the Pensioner's Heaven due to its pleasant and comfortable
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climate. It has a dry tropical savanna climate with moderately hot summers and comfortably cold
winters. Situated at an altitude of 949 meters above sea level, Bangalore experiences a
pleasant weather throughout the year because of its high elevation. The city experiences
distinct wet and dry spells with the occasional heat waves during the summer and the cool
winter breeze.
The city has its summer between the months of February to May and the average summer
temperature in Bengaluru is 33.6 Celsius. The warmest month is April and the maximum
temperature level during this time can go up to 36Celsius. However, even during the summer
months the temperature remains mostly comfortable and many a time people have to use light
blankets during the nights. This is usually because of the frequent rainfalls and thunderstorms
that that the city witnesses which to a great extent moderates the summer heat.
The city experiences a fair share of rainfall brought on by the south-western monsoons. The
monsoon season prevails between the months of July and September, and the city often gets
flooded in areas during these months. The city in fact receives rainfall from both the northeast
and the southwest monsoons and the wettest month is usually August. The average annual
rainfall that the city gets is 859 mm.
The winter months from December to February are pleasant with the occasional chilly evenings.
The coldest month is January and the average temperature is around 15.1 Celsius. Visitors
can enjoy the foggy early mornings during the months of November to February, and this
intensifies in the month of December and January. Although the winter temperatures do not go
below 12 Celsius, it does get a little chilly at times during the evenings and nights due to the
breeze.
The best time to visit the city is during the months of October to February. During this time the
climate remains pleasant with mild, comfortable temperatures and very little rainfall. One can
enjoy the cool pleasant breeze and a clear weather.

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