Bangalore

Bangalore is one of India’s most exciting cities — a place where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology exist side by side. Hundreds of global tech companies and homegrown start-ups have set up here, making it a buzzing hub of innovation and ideas. Yet despite all that modern energy, the city has kept its soul, with grand palaces, magnificent temples, and sprawling green spaces woven right into its heart.

What makes Bangalore truly special is its atmosphere. Because the city sits high up on a plateau, it enjoys wonderfully mild weather throughout the year, which helps explain why parks and gardens seem to be everywhere you look. Lalbagh Botanical Garden shelters thousands of plant species including an ancient tree that was already old when dinosaurs had only recently disappeared, while Cubbon Park offers a peaceful green escape right in the middle of the urban buzz.

Stroll past the granite grandeur of Vidhana Soudha, admire the fairytale turrets of Bangalore Palace, or watch the golden ISKCON Temple glow at sunset — this city has a way of surprising you around every corner.

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Quick fact

Bangalore, officially called Bengaluru, is known as India's Silicon Valley because it is home to hundreds of technology companies and start-ups from around the world.

Fun fact

Bangalore sits on one of the highest plateaus in peninsular India, which gives it such pleasant weather year-round that it earned the lovely nickname 'Garden City of India.'

Landmarks

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

This gorgeous garden covering over 100 acres was started by a famous ruler almost 250 years ago and contains thousands of plant species, including a rare 3,000-year-old tree!

Bangalore Palace

Inspired by Windsor Castle in England, this fairytale-like palace decorated with wood carvings and stained glass windows is still owned by the royal family of Mysore.

Vidhana Soudha

This grand government building made entirely of granite is so impressive and beautiful that it has been called one of the finest examples of modern Indian architecture anywhere in the country.

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

One of the largest Krishna temples in the world sparkles on a hilltop in Bangalore, attracting thousands of visitors who come to admire its stunning architecture and peaceful atmosphere.

Cubbon Park

Right in the middle of the busy city, this lush green park spread over 300 acres is full of ancient trees, colourful flowers, and gentle deer that roam freely.