Bangalore is a magnificent town located in the south Indian state of Karnataka and is rightly called as the "Garden City" because of the presence of lush green gardens and well-maintained parks in the city. Bangalore is also known as the IT hub of India because it has the largest conglomeration of the IT industries in India and aptly called as the "Silicon Valley of India". Make your trip to Bangalore one of the most pleasant and gratifying ones since Bangalore abounds in the architectural wonders and is also an entertainment hub that would satiate all your desires, no matter whether they are sightseeing, recreation, cuisine or lavish shopping. There is no dearth of the places to visit in Bangalore and your holidays in Bangalore will surely be a rewarding one. Bangalore also acts as a bace from wherein you could move onto exotic places like Ooty, Kodaikanal, Mysore, Coorg, Conoor, Chikmangloor etc. Fast Facts Population 5.2 Languages Kannada and English Best Time to Visit October-February STD Code 080

History
According to a legend, Bangalore has derived its name from an old woman, who lived in this area and offered a humble meal of boiled beans to a lost Hoysala ruler. The source of the present city of Bangalore can be traced to the early 16th century. Bangalore gained eminence in the 18th century, when it became a significant fort city, under Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan of Mysore. Bangalore has stood silent witness to the struggle between Tipu Sultan and the British. Tipu Sultan got defeated in the hands of British and consequently it was subjugated. In the year 1831, Bangalore was made the regional administrative city and a huge cantonment was built here.

Best Season, Climate and Clothing
The city of Bangalore is positioned in the southernmost part of Karnataka in south India. It is located at an elevation of 3,113 feet (949 m) above the mean sea level in the Karnataka plateau. Mumbai (Bombay) is located at a distance of 998 km from Bangalore. Hyderabad is at a distance of 562 km from Bangalore. Climate wise, Bangalore remains moderate and pleasant throughout the year. The summers are mild and range from (April-June) and winters are cold and remain from October-February. For summers, cotton clothing is best and for the winters light woolen clothes are perfect in Bangalore. June-August is the monsoon time in Bangalore that are brought in by southwestern monsoon. Bangalore can best be visited during the winters.

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