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Situated at an altitude of 920 metres above sea level, Bangalore is the principal administrative, cultural, commercial and industrial centre of the state of Karnataka. The city, which is spread over an area of 2190 square kilometres, enjoys a pleasant and equable climate throughout the year. Its tree-lined streets and abundant greenery have led to it being called the 'Garden City' of India. However, since local entrepreneurs and the technology giant Texas Instruments discovered its potential as a high-tech city in the early 1980s, Bangalore has seen a major technology boom. It is now home to more than 250 high-tech companies. Including homegrown giants like Wipro and Infosys. Consequently, now Bangalore is called the 'Silicon Valley' of India.
Bangalore is a virtual gateway to the wonders of the South Indian isthmus…hill stations, tiger reserves, national parks, historical treasures and adventure activities. The city bazaars and shopping malls are replete with articles ranging from silks, sandal wood souvenirs, handicrafts and fragrant incense sticks. This teeming cosmopolitan will surprise you, entice you and seduce you in turns and will prompt you to return over and over again.
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Location: Capital of Karnataka
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Climate: The summers are cool with day temperatures averaging at 28º C and night temperatures at 20º C. Winters are only slightly cooler: day temperatures average at 25º C and night temperatures at 15º C.
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When To Go: October to March.
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STD Code: 080
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Places Near By: Coorg, Kodaikanal, Maysore, Ooty, Goa
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