| Area |
188.40 sq. km. |
| Altitude |
920 mts. |
| Temperature |
Summer : Max 34.0ºC, Min 21.0ºC.
Winter : Max 28.0ºC, Min 12.0ºC. |
| Rainfall |
1,060 mm average yearly. |
| Languages |
English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil . |
| Best time to visit |
Round the year. |
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Bangalore also known as Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. There are a number of places in Bangalore that are worth visiting, including gardens, museums, palaces, temples, etc. What was once a quiet pensioner’s paradise, with beautiful gardens, sidewalks, cafes and a colonial air, Bangalore, today is buzzing with young techies, latest automobiles, neon lights, trendy lounges and bars and huge glass structures kissing the clouds.Bangalore was founded by Kempe Gowda, a chieftain of the Vijayanagar Empire, around the 16th century. He built four towers in four directions to specify its boundaries.
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Air |
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The Bangalore International Airport about 44 km north of downtown Bangalore. The airport is among India's busiest and most modern, with direct flights to many major European and Asian destinations. |
Rail |
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Bangalore has two major railway terminals. The Bangalore City railway station is situated in the heart of the city, opposite the Majestic Bus stand.Most trains, both local and long-distance, arrive and depart from here. The other terminal is Yeswantpur Junction located on NH-4 . |
Road |
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The city is well connected to all major cities in South and Central India through efficient, frequent and inexpensive bus services. |
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