Bangalore

Bangalore, a huge metropolis with one of the fastest growing industries, is considered the high-tech capital of India, the "Silicon Valley" of the subcontinent. Let's find out what's worth seeing in the city

Weather in Karnataka

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Nearby airport

Cochin International Airport.

Nearby train station

Bangalore

Bangalore is the capital of the state of Karnataka, a hot destination for travelers

Bangalore is the capital of the state of Karnataka and is the third largest metropolis in India. The city itself has about 8 million residents and the entire metropolitan area has 11 million.
Bangalore is the highest of the major cities in India (Delhi, Mumbai), and is located at an altitude of 900 m above sea level, which makes its climate pleasant and inviting most of the year, and as a result it is full of well-kept gardens and green parks and is called "the garden city".
Bangalore is considered one of the metropolises with the fastest growing industries in the world. It is considered the high-tech capital of India, the "Silicon Valley" of the subcontinent. It is one of India's largest manufacturers in terms of technology and has many factories, and many international companies establish their headquarters there. In addition, it has leading engineering and research institutions in India, and is one of the country's major sports hubs.

Getting to Bangalore

It is probably not difficult to get to the third largest metropolis in India.
Flight - Bangalore has one of the largest and most active airports in India, and it is international. Flights arrive from almost all destinations in South India, and from major destinations throughout the country. The airport is located a little outside the city and is really large, there are shuttles from the airport to the city, ask about the city bus shuttle.
Train – There are several train stations in Bangalore
Buses and sleepers – Many buses and sleepers arrive in Bangalore from all over the country.

Getting around the city –

As with any major city in India, the most recommended way to travel within the city is via India's excellent metro, or taxi apps – UBER and OLA.

Recommended season in Bangalore

The recommended season to visit Bangalore is during the winter months – October to March, but Bangalore, as a metropolis and a major commercial destination, receives many tourists throughout the year, and fortunately, it is located at a relatively high altitude and the summer months are tolerable. Summer in Bangalore is similar to summer in Israel.

What to do in Bangalore?

Bangalore is usually a destination that is passed through on the way between destinations on a long trip, so many travelers choose to spend a few days there to enjoy a Western getaway in the middle of their trip to India. Bangalore is full of shopping malls, good restaurants of all kinds, international food chains and brands, and you can wander through the streets of the city with pleasure.
Church Street and MG Road are recommended streets for shopping and restaurants.
Indiranagar and Koramangala are recommended neighborhoods for sleeping for young people and backpackers, pleasant and clean with a large selection of restaurants and bars.
Those who are still looking for specific attractions –
♦ Bangalore Palace: A beautiful palace that was built in the 19th century and has been preserved and is still active today. Descendants of the royal family live there and tours can be taken. It is worth considering that admission costs 460 rupees.
♦ Botanical Gardens: Lalbagh Botanical Garden – The botanical gardens in Bangalore are more than 200 years old and have been a central place in the city for events and social gatherings since their establishment. They are also called the “Red Gardens” because among the many plant species there from all over the world, there are large bushes of red roses. They present colorful and impressive flower exhibitions twice a year on Republic Day (January) and on India’s Independence Day (August). In addition to rare flora from all over the world, the botanical gardens are home to many species of birds. Entry to the gardens is free.
♦ Cubbon park: A green and well-maintained park in the city center, where the Supreme Court and the Karnataka State Parliament Building are located, two very impressive buildings.
♦ Nandi Temple: “The Bull Temple”. Nandi is the bull on which the god Shiva rides, and this is the largest temple in the world dedicated to him.
♦ ISKCON Temple: Among the largest temples in the world dedicated to Krishna.
♦ JUSTBE Café: A very cozy café with a varied vegan menu. The place has changing events and workshops such as cooking classes, sound healing, and other workshops on nutrition and health.
♦ Bangalore Horse Racing: Bangalore has a horse racing complex where races are held that are open to the public, from November to February and from May to July.