Bangalore, India

With a fascinating history even before its official founding a Bengaluru, or Bangalore, for a long period existing as land ruled over by Mysore kings, is one of the most sought out diversionary destinations by travelers in India today despite having its historic and cultural luster clouded by the fantastic growth of its manufacturing and technology sectors. For some, this leaves Bangalore to be viewed as a worldwide competitor in the business world, and executives seem to cherish the tech parks sprouting up around this sprawling metropolis. But a good number of travelers always seem to find the nooks of the city where attractions both cultural and architectural in nature are still available for all to see. Theres no hiding the fact that their presence is dwindling, and before long office space may be all that is in sight here. Visit Bangalore today to ensure a wonderful experience in this semi-beautiful Indian boom town while it can still be had. Book your flight today!

When to go

India is a vast nation with a great range of climate patterns throughout, therefore its not unusual to experience a chill the north and find the south in the grips of a searing sun. Bangalore lies in the south of India nearly equidistance between the eastern and western coasts of the country, and while this may prove undesirable for the typical traveler, the heat is quite manageable if you follow the recommendations of locals; many speak English, allowing you to benefit from their extensive knowledge of the city. Visit Bangalore in winter and youll be presented with mild, beautiful weather with the occasional shower; visit in summer and youll be one of many frenzied travelers aching for rain during your daily outings on the streets.

Getting there and around

Bangalore has quickly become one of the worlds leading hubs of telecommunications, and therefore its international airport brings a surprising number of foreign fliers to its terminal. As a result, this former 2^nd - or even 3^rd -tier player in world aviation is now easily accessible from numerous cities in the east and west. Inside the terminal youll find everything from baggage claim to booze, and while youre waiting for your bus into Bangalore, you can make your way to a duty-free shop for a few essentials you may have happened to leave behind in your home town.

Public transportation in Bangalore is among the best albeit among the busiest as well in the country. Buses are almost always crowded, no matter the time of day, but there are the cheapest mode of transit and are absolutely essential for downtown sprints too lengthy for food travel. Taxis are more frequently available and far more pricey than a city bus, therefore we only advice hiring one if youre out and about late in the evening. A rental vehicle becomes a nuisance very quickly in Bangalore.

Attractions

Despite the prevalence of office buildings and internet companies in Bangalore, you can still find a few wonderful destinations that highlight both the historic and natural beauty of the Indian country. The Lalbagh Botanical Gardens are a wonderful place to gather under a tree for an afternoon picnic or simply lazy about with a good book. Museums are numerous here, though youll have difficulty finding one with much national credibility. If youve arrived to admire the tech-frenzy here in Bangalore, you can make your way to International Software Technology Park, where youll find nothing but the sounds of keyboards clicking and discs burning (ok, we exaggerate!).