A Few Interesting Facts A Visitor Should Know About Bengaluru

Being the capital of the state of Karnataka in the southern part of India, Bangalore, recently christened as Bengaluru is one of the famous cities in Asia. Undoubtedly, it is a place of wonders and it carries an innumerable number of facts that are not only interesting but also unknown even to the local people. Read this short write up to know such amazing facts for which the city can be proud of. A visit to some of the Best Restaurants in Whitefield can reveal a few of these facts wherein a few of them are displayed in image forms to educate their visitors or guests. Browse further, to know some of these amazing facts about this wonderful garden city.

• Birthplace of the Rava Idli: According to history, there was a shortage of rice during World War II, the popular rice idli could not be made. To substitute rice, the abundant Rava was used to make Rava idli and hence this city was considered to be the birthplace of ‘Rava idli’, which is now popular in all parts of India and abroad. Also, this snack is healthier than rice idli.

• Higher Elevation: Among all the metro cities across India, Bengaluru is located at the height of around 3000 feet above the mean sea level. Many may not aware of the fact that this ‘garden city’ is placed higher than the popular hill station Dehradun which is 2000 ft. Hence, there is no wonder why this city enjoys a wonderful climate in all parts of the year.

• City Of Lakes: Bengaluru has many lakes and presently, the city houses more than twenty lakes which provide not only water but also peace, tranquillity and entertainment to the visitors and local people. Ulsoor, Hebbal, Madiwada are some of the popular lakes which offer an excellent ecosystem of flora and fauna. No other larger cities in India is gifted with such a blessing from Mother Nature

• Inspiration for. K Narayan’s Malgudi: Undoubtedly, the city of Bengaluru has inspired the famous writer R; K Narayan to write his popular fictional story a downtown of Malgudi. According to the literary enthusiasts, such inspiration came to RK after seeing the popular towns such as Malleswaram and Basavangudi which are present apart of this busy city Bengaluru.

• India’s First Electrified City: Many are in the opinion that Mumbai and Delhi is the cities that received the electrification during the monuments transition. The fact is that Bengaluru is the first city in India was electrified in 1905. This was possible with the help of the hydroelectric project plant formed at the Shivanasamudra on the Kaveri bank.

• Housing the Bugle Rock: The good old rocks aging over three thousand years continue to exist and make the visitors spellbound. The city is a part of such large rock which is now spread over sixteen acres. The famous Bugle Rock was built by Kempe Gowda, the founder of the city. The visitors to the watchtower can see a panoramic view of the city even now.

• Highest Traffic Congestion: The city of Bengaluru is known to be the highly traffic-congested city in India. More than anything else, things like improper infrastructure-management, poor traffic regulations and many more add fuel to this perennial issue of poor traffic management. It takes a longer time to reach a destination, especially during peak hours. In comparison with other Indian cities, the aspect of traffic congestion has become part and parcel of life for those who live here. For visitors, this poor condition can be a nightmare.

• India’s Silicon Valley: Known as the IT hub of India, Bengaluru seems to be the main focal point of the IT industry. The city houses many global corporate that expert software to many countries. The slang terminology called ‘Bangalored’ is commonly used by Americans when anyone was fired because their job was outsourced to an IT firm in this great city.

• The high concentration of many holy places of a different religion: One can witness an amalgamation of various faiths and culture especially the concentration of temples, churches, and mosques. Interestingly, the city houses the famous shrines such as Masjid-E-Khadria, St. Mary’s Basilica and Chokkanathaswamy Temple and each carries its own architectural beauty of its own. In fact, Bengaluru shows as a perfect secular city than any other cities in India.

• The highest number of pubs in Asia: Though there are innumerable companies are operating in Bengaluru, which does not mean that this great city is all about work and no play and entertainment. This city owns a number of pubs and night clubs and thereby making the nightlife an awesome. In addition, the city is poised to open up many microbreweries that will offer craft beers to the interested pub crowd. When it comes to outdoor party venue Bangalore, the city offers many amazing venues for entertainment.

• Biotech capital: Being an IT hub, Bengaluru also hosts a number of biotechnology firms. According to the reports, this city has around fifty percent of such companies in India. Biocon seems to be the largest biotech company that operates from this wonderful city.

• A true cosmopolitan crowd: Bengaluru is undoubted, the best cosmopolitan city as it houses people from all parts of southern India. Though the local Kannadigas occupy forty percent of the population, the rest is proportionally shared in the order of Tamilians, Teluguites, Keralites and even Europeans.

Having known some of these fewer known facts about this wonderful Bengaluru city, you can make a trip here which will be nothing short of wonderful and even memorable.  At this city, Regent club is the best club in Bangalore where you can stay for some time and enjoy its offering services for entertainment and fitness. The city is well connected to all parts of India and many other countries in other continents. If you have not visited Bengaluru so far, it is time for you to visit this the city with your loved ones and carry long list memories while returning to your hometown.