Bangalore

Area Altitude 740 square kilometers 3000 ft. above sea level Average annual rainfall: 859 mm Primary rainy season: June - September (South-West Monsoon) Secondary rainy season: November - December (NorthEast Monsoon) Maximum: 33 degree C Minimum: 14 degree C Regional Language: Kannada, English, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil are widely spoken and understood 8 million Sankey Lake, Ulsoor Lake and Yediyur

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Introduction
Capital of the Southern state of Karnataka, Bangalore today is Asia's fastest growing cosmopolitan city. It is home to some of the most high tech industries in India. The I.T industry views Bangalore as the 'byte-basket' of India. Bangalore is also home to some of India's premier scientific establishments. Blessed with a salubrious climate, gardens & parks, natural lakes, architectural landmarks, shopping malls, the best restaurants and pubs in this part of the globe, business opportunities, Bangalore is the ideal gateway to India and beyond. Bangalore offers something for everyone-music and dance concerts (Western and Indian), dramas, exhibitions, carnivals, conferences and more. Go disco-hopping or pub-crawling, shop till your feet give away, relax in the swankiest restaurants or with your favorite movie stars-in the movie hall or simply tee off to glory. Welcome to Bangalore. Legend goes that King Veeraballa of Vijayanagara once lost his way in forest. Hungry and tired, he came upon a lone hut in the thick forest where he met an old woman. When he asked for food, she gave him baked beans ('Benda Kalu' in Karnataka).The King found this humble meal taste better than the richest fare. To commemorate this incident, he called the place "Benda Kalu Ooru" (place of baked beans). Bangalore today is getting popular though for a different variety of Beans-JavaBeans.

Bangalore to Be Renamed As Bangalore

Bangalore, according to state historians, got its name from Bendakalooru (the town of boiled beans) after a king strayed into the area during a hunting trip in the late 14th century. A woman offered him a meal of boiled beans which the king enjoyed so much that he named the town after the dish. Bangalore is a transliteration of the original spelling, according to state historians.

Places to visit:
Wondering what to do or where to go on a weekend? Here are a few places that you can go to and spend some quality time in Bangalore.

Nrityagram: India's first modern Gurukul was set up by Odissi danseuse Protima Gauri in 1990. It is known for an all-night festival of dance and music organized every year. Living legends and leading artists gather together at this occasion, a must see for dance lovers.

Neeladri Amusement Park: At Bangalore, the only combination of amusement park and Water Park in the city is among the first theme parks to be built in the city. Venkatappa Art Gallery, Bangalore: This includes 600 rare paintings by different renowned painters like M. F. Hussain, N. S. Bendre, Vasudev, Hanumaiah, Hariram, Rekha Rao, and Yusuf Arakkal and other world-renowned painters.

Bannerghatta National Park: It is known to have attracted tourists for its well known serpentarium, crocodile farm, the flora, the herbivore safari and a mini zoo. The Bangalore Aquarium: Located on Kasturba Gandhi Road, has the finest fresh water fish collections. It also has a fish restaurant and fresh fish stalls surrounding the place. ISKCON Temple Complex: Is one of the popular tourist attractions of Bangalore, especially for the Hindu religious tourists. ISKCON stands for International Society for Krishna Consciousness, founded by Srila Prabhupada: In 1966, which has crossed the national boundaries.

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace: Located near K.R Market, is a beautiful two-storied ornate wooden structure with exquisitely carved pillars, arches and balconies. The Museum now houses artifacts relating to the Hyder-Tipu regime.

Bangalore Palace: Located near Mekhri Circle and Cantonment Railway station had been built to look like a smaller replica of the Windsor Castle in England. HAL Aerospace Museum: It is known for showcasing the growth of the Indian aviation industry and HAL for six decades. The Museum is maintained by HAL (one of Asia's largest Aerospace companies) and houses displays of various aircraft and helicopters, Aircraft engine models, Flight simulators, a mock Air Traffic Control Tower and exhibit of Indian aviation history.

Ashoka Pillar: The Ashoka Pillar was inaugurated on Aug 20, 1948 by C Rajagopalachari, then governor general of the country, on the completion of eight years of the reign of Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar, Maharajah of Mysore. This may not be a place you need to go out of the way to visit. If you are nearby Jayanagar area, it is nice to drive around it. Luckily there is greenery near Ashoka Pillar because of Lalbagh being beside it.

Dargah Hazarath Tawakkal Mastan: This Muslim shrine, located in Cottonpet, a suburban locality, is associated with the Hindu Karaga festival too. The procession annually visits the Dargah of this Sufi saint, Tawakkal Mastan. His tomb attracts both Muslim and non-Muslim pilgrims.

Jumma Masjid: The Jumma Masjid is probably the oldest mosque in the city. It is an imposing structure with tall ornamented granite pillars adorning the elevated prayer hall. Scores of devote Muslim worshippers throng this masjid during the annual festivals of the Muslims. It is located in the busy market area of Bangalore, K.R.Market.

Ravindra Kalakshetra: The Kalakshetra, built to commemorate Rabindranath Tagore's centenary, promotes cultural activity in the city. It has a superb theatre and houses the Cultural Akademi Offices. Next to it is the Gothic styled Puttannachetty Town Hall whose huge auditorium can easily accommodate over 1500 persons.

St. Mary's Church: Established by a French missionary Abbe Dubois in 1811, St.Mary's church is the only church in Karnataka state to be elevated to the status of a minor Basilica. Every September, The Virgin Mary's festival is celebrated with a procession that attracts people of all faiths. The church is situated near the Shivaji Nagar Bus Terminal.

Indian Institute of Science (IISc): Also known as the Tata Institute is one of the country's finest research institutions, specializing in advanced science and engineering studies. Gandhi Bhavan: The Gandhi Smarak Nidhi, housed in the Gandhi Bhavan, houses a comprehensive picture gallery and other exhibits of Gandhi which depict the life and times of Gandhi. The Bhavan is open on weekdays (10:30 Am to 5:00 PM).

Innovative Film City: Finally Bangalore has something on the lines of Universal Studios (not at that scale though). Get to see yourself how they shoot a movie and enjoy some fun rides! The Film City is on Mysore Road.

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium: Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium was founded by the Bangalore City Corporation in 1989. It is located on Sir.T Chowdaiah Road. Since 1992, it is managed by the Bangalore Association for Science Education (BASE). BASE is devoted to dissemination of science among the public and the student community. On the premises there are the Science Centre and a Science Park. The Planetarium has a 15.0 meters diameter dome with a seating capacity of 210.

Ulsoor Lake: A picturesque lake with several tree-shaded islands in it is an ideal picnic spot. You can go boating or go for a swim in the nearby swimming pool that is part of the recreational complex near the lake. You can also go to the nearby Gurdhwar, the largest Sikh shrine in Bangalore.

The Bangalore Race Course: The Bangalore Race Course is one of the finest in India, with racing events almost all year round (May to June and Nov to Mar). Some of the biggest field stakes in the country can be witnessed here.

Restaurants in Bangalore:

Jamavar: This restaurant is in the Leela Palace Hotel of Bangalore. This restaurant offers lavish interior of silk, chandeliers, silver cutlery and beautiful wooden furniture. It provides a wide array of Indian regional dishes and the most delicious item is Spiced Lobster Neeruli and curries of South India. It is opened from 12.00 pm to 2.00 pm for lunch and 7.00 pm to 11.30 pm for dinner.

Samarkand: It is one of the most popular restaurants in Bangalore. The restaurant offers delicious cuisine of the Afghani frontier. You can watch the cooking of the food as it houses an open kitchen. The menu card of the restaurant is in the form of a local newspaper. The items of chicken are the best one to satisfy your taste buds. This restaurant is in Infantry Road, Bangalore and remains open from 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm for lunch and 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm for dinner everyday.

Dum Pukht Jolly Nabobs: This restaurant provides a fusion of English and north Indian cuisine. The food is cooked in the restaurant according to the tradition of dum phukt which means cooking in containers in low flame. The biriyani and the kebabs of the restaurant are simply relishing. It is located in ITC Windsor Sheraton and Towers.

Karavalli: If you love sea food then Karavalli is the ideal restaurant. The coastal Indian food is served on the banana leaf. It is decorated with antique features and high wooden ceilings. You can have an exotic lunch and dinner in the open air courtyard of the restaurant. This restaurant is located in the Taj Gateway Hotel in Bangalore.

Tandoor: It is one of the top restaurants in Bangalore and is famous for its quality and fabulous service. The ideal food items are dal makhni and lassi. This restaurant specializes in North Indian cuisine. So simply visit the restaurant and taste the wide range of North Indian food items.

Sahib Sindh Sultan: This restaurant gives you an awesome dining experience in a colonial style. This restaurant is one of the most popular Mughlai cuisines in Bangalore. This restaurant is in the Forum Mall in Koramangala. It is a compulsory visit restaurant for the Mughlai food junkies.

Empire: It is the most desirable restaurant for the Bangalore party goers. Grilled chicken, Kababs, Chicken Tikka Masala, Shawarma and Mutton Kheema Dosas are the delicious food items of the restaurant. It is in the Residency Road in Bangalore.

MTR: It is one of the oldest Bangalore restaurants. This is a complete South Indian restaurant and is the best for breakfast. Mavalli Tiffin Rooms offers the best rava idly, masala dosa, fruit salad and ice cream. This restaurant is situated near Urvashi Cinema.

Chadini Chowk: You will just fall in love with the splendor of the restaurant. The ambience is made vibrant with the clay mudkas and Bollywood remixes. The most relishing items are gajar ka halwa and butter chicken. Brace oneself for a rich meal in this restaurant in Bangalore.

Multiplexes in Bangalore:

PVR Cinemas: It is one of the best multiplexes in Bangalore. This multiplex has the best screens and great sound. The comfort of seating is also commendable. You can also book movie tickets online. It makes high profile releases. This multiplex is situated in Hosur Road, Koramangala, Bangalore.

Vision Cinemas: It is one of the most popular multiplexes in Bangalore. You can visit the website of the multiplex and book tickets. You can also view the movies being shown in the multiplex and also the forth coming releases. It shows the latest English and Hindi blockbusters. It also has a Multi-cuisine Food Court.

INOX Leisure Ltd: It is one of the leading multiplexes in Bangalore. It is situated in the 4th floor of the Garuda Mall which is in the heart of Bangalore. The multiplex has an understated elegance and chic with the hi-tech feel and look. It has about five auditoriums and has a capacity of about 1103 seats. The multiplex features Telugu, Hindi and English latest releases.

Fame Lido Cinemas: This is a famous multiplex of Bangalore. The visual experience and the seating comfort are mind blowing. It is easy to book the movie tickets online. It is a four screen multiplex and features Tamil, Telugu and English movies. The multiplex is just next to Ista Hotel in Bangalore.

Fun Cinemas: This multiplex is a treat for the Bangalore cine lovers. It brought the star cast of the hit movie Rock On and rocked Bangalores movie lovers. You can visit the website of the multiplex and buy tickets in accordance to the show time and date. It is located in the 4th floor of the Sigma mall.

Ajanta: This multiplex in Bangalore is the ultimate destination for the cine goers. It has well decorated interiors and primarily releases Tamil movies. It is situated in Annaswamy Mudaliar Road. Check out your favorite movie in this multiplex.

Innovative Multiplex Theatre: This multiplex theater is in Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli, Bangalore. Watch out the latest releases and favorite movies in this Bangalore multiplex and satisfy your love for movies.

Urvashi Cinema: This multiplex claims to be the best in movie screening. You can simply book tickets online by selecting the movie and date. This most desirable multiplex is situated in H Siddaiah Road, Bangalore.

Manoranjan Theatre: It is located near Mekhri Circle in Bangalore. Just go and watch the popular movies in this multiplex. It offers a wide variety of movies for the movie buffs.

Brokers in Bangalore:

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Accenture Offices at Bangalore

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71 Cunningham Road Bangalore - 560 052 Tel: +91 80 41060000 Fax: +91 80 41295001

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RMZ Futura-II, 148/1 - Bannerghatta Main Road Bangalore - 560076 Tel: +91 80 41060000 Fax: +91 80 41386001

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IBC Knowledge Park Corporation No 4/1 Bannerghatta Road Bangalore - 560029 Tel: +91 80 41060000 Fax: +91 80 41060001

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RMZ Ecospace Campus 2A Bellandur Village Varthur Hobli Bangalore - 560 037 Tel: +91 80 41060000 Fax: +91 80 41860001

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