Bangalore - Accommodation In Tourists' Paradise

By Author: Rashmiranjan Patil
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Bangalore, referred to as the ideal gateway to India, has everything to satiate the appetite of travellers visiting the city. The city has natural parks, lakes, architectural landmarks, flowering trees and research institutions. In the recent past, Bangalore has become a centre of information technology.

Earlier, Bangalore was known as the "City of Gardens" because it had a large number of gardens and parks. A few decades ago, Bangalore was a peaceful city and then it was known as 'Pensioner's paradise'. The city is now known as 'The Silicon Valley of India'. Bangalore is the major exporter of information technology from India. Bangalore is an ideal place for job-seekers, particularly in the field of information and technology.

The city was earlier known as Bengaluru. According to folklore, Veer Ballala, the Hoysala King, lost his way in a forest while he is on a hunting expedition. An old woman served him boiled beans and the hungry king was happy. The king then named the place benda-kaal Uru (Town of Boiled Beans). The place later came to be known as Bengaluru. The Britishers changed it into Bangalore. ...
... Now the city has got its original name Bengaluru. Bangalore was founded by Kempegowda in 1537.

Bangalore Palace and Tipu Sultan Palace are among the major attractions in Bangalore. Natural lakes like Ulsoor, Hebbal and Hasaraghhatta in the city are the destinations of picnickers.

Bangalore has several shrines. The oldest church in Bangalore, St. Mary's Church, was elevated to the status of basilica. Both Hindus and Muslims visit Dargah Hazarat Tawakkal. Among the temples are Bull Temple, built in the 16th century, ISKCON temple and Shri Nimishamba Devi Temple.

Among the other major tourist attractions in Bangalore are Vidhan Soudha, where the Karnataka legislature is situated, Lalbaugh, Cubbon Park, Ashoka Pillar, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium and Film City. Bangalore has also the prestigious Indian Institute of Science.

Bangalore Hotels can be found across all categories like Budget, premium, mid range and luxury among others. There are around three dozen Bangalore Hotels in the five-star category and more than four dozen in the four-star category. Besides, there are a number of Bangalore Hotels in the budget and low-end category.

Among the popular five-star Bangalore hotels are Alila Bangalore Hotel & Residence, Leela, Clarks Exotica, Shreya's Retreat, Oberoi, ITC Gardenia, Taj Westend, Lalit Ashok, The Pride Hotel, Hotel Royal Orchid, Lemon Tree Hotel and Angsana Oasis Spa and Resort.

Best Western La Marvelle, Fortune Select Trinity, The Capitol, Bengaluru AyurveaGram Heritage Wellness Centre, Atriya Hotel, Adarsh Hamilton, The Solitaire and Regaalis are among the four-star hotels. Among the three-star hotels are 12th Avenue, 16 Square Service Apartments, 18 Woods Inn, 24 Tech Hotel, 37th Crescent, 6th Avenue and 9 Marks Inn.