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Vidhana Soudha Bangalore is the capital of the Karnataka state in India. This is an amazing city, featuring an abundance of greenery and parks. You will definitely enjoy the climate here, which is mild and not suffocating. But during the Indian summer, it's quite hot here, while in the winter you can freeze at night. Interesting fact that Bangalore is kindly called the Indian "Silicon Valley" due to a big number of IT-specialists living and working here. So the part of the local population has a degree and works in one of the educational centers or IT-companies in Bangalore.
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Nevertheless, locals also like to hang out and do not neglect the abundance of bars here. Residents also like to spend a lot of time outside during nice walk in one of the parks or organizing family meetings in the botanical garden of Lalbagh Garden. Another favorite hobby of the local residents is to go on a picnic to Lake Kaikondrahalli to enjoy beautiful nature, listen and observe the abundance of the exotic birds.
The best time to visit the city will be the months from September to February. Bangalore is a relatively safe city in the daytime. However, the majority of the population practically disappears from the streets shortly before midnight. Even very safe residential areas can be deserted by 11 pm. Some of the low-income neighborhoods may be unsafe as soon as it gets dark, so be careful or better do not go out from your hotel. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Holidays and festivals in India are the important elements of the bright oriental culture with deep history. The number of religious events that take place in India alone can easily fill the festive calendar of few big countries. Many of them are dedicated to numerous Indian gods and mythical creatures, while other traditional celebrations are particular to ethnic groups. Here you will enjoy the great variety of cultural festivals, as well as modern mass entertainments that have reached the subcontinent from the West. The brightest holiday that is celebrated all over the country is the Holi festival. No wonder that such colorful event became popular and beloved all over the world. This sacred festival of spring and love paints India with all the colors of the rainbow. The wildest celebrations are held in the biggest cities and Bangalore is not an exception.
Shri Parshwa Sushil Dham - Attibele - Bangalore In March, when nature blossoms after hibernation, local people, as well as numerous tourists celebrate the Holi festival, which is dedicated to the victory of good forces over evil ones. The main attributes of the holiday are the painting powder "gulal" and its liquid equivalent, filled with miniature water cannons "pichkari". Since the morning, thousands of participants gather in the city streets, which become the fields of "colored battles." After dinner, the heat of passion subsides. Dressed in clean clothes, local people go on a visit to friends and families, taking with them traditional desserts - pies "gujia", flat cakes "puran-poli" and sweet dumplings "malpua".
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In case you are going to visit Bangalore in November, do not miss the opportunity to witness another authentic local event - Kadalekai Parishe. This annual festival, which lasts only two days, is dedicated to the first harvest of the peanuts (groundnuts). You can also join local farmers, who seek blessings and visit the Bull Temple.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bangalore and surroundings

Reference information
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Bangalore
♥   St. Mary’s Basilica, Bengaluru, 2.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Church of St. Patrick, Bengaluru, 2.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Bengaluru, 3.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Bangalore
♥   Castle 'Anegondi Fort' , 2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Bangalore Fort' , 2.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Devanahalli Fort India' , 32.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique landmarks in Bangalore and around

Dell EMC Campus

From the series “Futuristic buildings of IT companies”
Despite this, the owners of the company managed to improve the small surrounding area of the office. Trees and shrubs were planted on it. A very elegant minimalistic design is typical for the interior design of an office center. It is made on the contrast between light and dark shades. Elegant furniture made of dark wood was used in the design of offices and common spaces. The walls and ceiling are painted white in many rooms. A beautiful built-in lighting system is equipped on the premises. … Read further
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Bangalore

Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Bangalore. Learn the best periods to visit Bangalore to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Bangalore.
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