Bangalore is known as the IT capital of India. This name is due to the presence of a large number of global IT companies here.
As these companies have a lot of foreign staff, the city has a large expatriate population. It is probably the most westernized city in India. The hospitals in Bangalore have good experience in dealing with international patients. On top of this, many famous doctors call Bangalore their home.
History of Bangalore
Bangalore, or Bengaluru, is the capital of Karnataka state in south India. The city has a pleasant climate throughout the year. This climate, greenery, and the presence of many lakes and parks give it the name the "Garden City of India."
The city was a cantonment area during British rule. Many of the city's street names (Infantry Road, Brigade Road, etc.) owe their name to this time. After British rule, the city became the "Pensioners Paradise" due to the pleasant climate and the relaxed lifestyle.
Later in the 1990s, Bangalore became the hub for major IT companies in India. This IT boom resulted in tremendous growth in the city. The city is now home to around 11 million people.
Best Hospitals in Bangalore
There are many excellent hospitals in Bangalore that offer high quality medical treatment.
- Manipal Hospital
- Fortis Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- HCG Hospital
- Aster CMI
- Narayana Health City
- NIMHANS
- Rainbow Children's Hospital
- Sankara Eye Hospital
- HOSMAT
How to reach Bangalore?
Bangalore International airport (IATA code: BLR) is the third busiest airport in the country. There are direct flights to more than 24 world cities, and it has connecting flights to almost all the major cities worldwide.
If you are traveling within India, the city has direct flights from all other major cities. You can also travel by rail or road from different parts of India to Bangalore.
Travel options within Bangalore
Once you are in Bangalore, you have multiple options to get around. You can use public transport options like airconditioned buses and metro rail. Bangalore metro, while it is still expanding, covers a large part of the city.
There are many taxi companies which will get you taxis at reasonable rates. You can book these taxis on the internet.
Bangalore traffic can be bad. So, please always plan for that in your travel time.
Living in Bangalore
Kannada is the local language in Bangalore. However, you can easily manage with English in the city.
Bangalore has a good range of hotels for every budget. You can get rooms starting from 25 USD for a 2-star hotel room, which goes up to 250 USD for premium 5-star hotels. You can also get serviced apartments on rent if you are staying for a longer time for treatment.
Bangalore has a broad mix of cuisines. Many popular restaurants serve Arabic, Mediterranean, and Continental cuisine in the city. You will get an excellent choice of food here if you are a vegetarian.
The city has pleasant weather for most of the year. Summer months from March till the end of May can be a little hot.
Things to do in Bangalore
Some of the main places to visit are the Vidhan Soudha, ISKCON temple, Art of Living center, Infant Jesus Shrine, and the Bangalore Palace.
If you have time, Mysore, about a 3 -4 hour drive from Bangalore, is a must-see place. It is home to the famous Mysore palace and Brindavan gardens.
Hampi, a UNESCO world heritage site, is another popular tourist spot. Hampi is about 360 kilometers from Bangalore.
Bangalore has a lot of malls & pubs and a thriving nightlife. Commercial Street, Chickpet, Majestic, Jayanagar 4th block, and Brigade Road are Bangalore's most famous shopping streets.
